Table 1 shows two common latches/locks/linkage related problems of the 1996 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the door latch (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the hood latch (one problem).
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Door Latch problems | |
| Hood Latch problems |
Passenger side door will not open. You have to get out on the driver's side. Read details...
1996 Ford Escort, unit 1 was traveling west bound on the ohio turnpike. Unit 1's hood opened and struck the windshield. Unit 1 continued on to the next emergency pull off to file the report. Bf (ohio traffic crash report # 10-0142-90) updated 04/22/11 Read details...