Table 1 shows seven common steering related problems of the 1996 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the steering tie rod assembly (three problems). The second most common problem is related to the steering rack and pinion (two problems).
Tie rod failure on the left side. The tie rods on both sides were replaced about 3 years ago. When taken in to the shop they found the right side was very bad also. This car has 59,000 miles. The failure happened while driving. Pretty scarry stuff. . . Read details...
Rack and pinion has been changed twice and the vehicle still has problems with steering and pulling to the left or the right. Read details...
Brake failure, pedal went to the floor, loss of complete effectiveness. Wheel bearing failure. Cv joint failure. Steering wheel off center. Read details...