Three problems related to automatic transmission have been reported for the 1996 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Front wheels seized while driving at approximately 60 mph which resulted in an accident, possibly due to fautly transmission. Vehicle was totaled.
While driving car, the vehicle stopped pulling. When checked, I was told by the inspector that the clutches in the transmission were burnt out. He told me it would cost $27oo to repair. I contacted Ford about the extended warranty I purchased on the car was no good because I surpassed the mileage. What they didn't tell me was that the car is initially covered for the first 100,000 miles and the extra warranty I purchased was to give me an extension of 60, 000 miles or whichever comes first. I feel as though Ford should replace my transmission at no cost to me because the life of the transmission should be longer than it lasted. I have even finished paying for the car yet.
Soda spilled on red gear shift release button, preventing gears from engaging when button is depressed.