Table 1 shows 13 common power train related problems of the 1997 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the automatic transmission (nine problems). The second most common problem is related to the power train (four problems).
My mom bought the car, certified used, with only 16,000 miles on it. As it neared 37,000 miles it needed a new transmission. I had to pay for it. After that the transmission had to be replaced 2 more times before it reached 70,000 miles. Read details...
Request for restitution of losses resulting from a vehicle fire. The passenger area trans equipment/electrical wire) the consumer requested restitution. The consumer stated she many mechanical problems with the vehicle. Read details...
I have a 1997 Ford Escort. At approximately. 37,000 miles the transmission required service. Took car to board Ford in whittier, CA. Two days after service the transmission failed. Board Ford allowed an esp for power train and replaced transmission. Read details...