Ignition Switch problems of the 1996 Ford Escort

Two problems related to ignition switch have been reported for the 1996 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 02/01/1997

Electrical short, when driving vehicle lost power/stalled at any speed, cause has not been found by dealership.

2 Ignition Switch problem

Failure Date: 12/31/1996

Ignition switch failed twice.


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