Wheel Related Problems of the 1997 Ford Escort

Table 1 shows two common wheel related problems of the 1997 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the wheel rim (two problems). The second most common problem is related to the wheel (one problem).

Table 1. Wheel related problems of Ford Escort

Problem Category Number of Problems
Wheel Rim problems
2
Wheel problems
1

Recently reported Wheel problems of the 1997 Ford Escort

The Wheel Rim problem

Defective welds on the original rims of the wheels causing tire deflation becoming a safety concern at any speed. These failures were caught prior to any possible accident. Two wheels have failed through the welds on the original steel rims.   Read details...

The Wheel problem

Within 4 mths had problem w/ transmission, took 4 mins for dealer to say theres nothing wrong, when I got my new tires for pepboys I had to fix my brakes, transmission,suspension, even got speed tickets for no reason,I keep my car in very good condition and I still have my engine light on and I   Read details...


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