Table 1 shows 13 common suspension related problems of the 1997 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the rear suspension springs (25 problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension coil springs (13 problems).
1997ford Escort wagon. Having had this car for eight years, where I needed to replace the rears spring once, I am now in the process of scheduling to replace the rear springs a second time to the amount of $700. 00. Read details...
I took my Escort in for an inspection and the rear coil springs are broken again the first time they broke the dealer replaced them and said he thought a recall would be issued because Ford new there was a problem with them now once again they are broken and there is still no recall if someone Read details...
While getting an oil change technician informed consumer that both rear springs were broken. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. The rear spring and top mount failed and was replaced. The rear coil springs failed and was replaced. Both tie rods failed and was replaced. Read details...