Wheel Bolts problems of the 1996 Ford Escort

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

1 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 07/09/2006

1996 Ford Escort's left front wheel fell off while driving. The left front quarter panel was destroyed and the front bumper and hood buckled/dented. There were no injuries.

2 Wheel Bolts problem

Failure Date: 04/04/1998

Two of the four lugs:nuts on the rear passenger's side tire came off and two were loose . The lugs:nuts were tightened and replaced by the owner. But the lugs:nuts continue to loosen and come off.


Other Wheel related problems of the 1996 Ford Escort

Wheel Bolts problems
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Wheel problems
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