Three problems related to gas recirculation valve (egr valve) have been reported for the 1997 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
1997 Ford Escort fuel evaporative emission control system. Purge control valve circuit malfunctioned.
Erg connector failed. Nlm.
Engine stalled at 55 mph. After the repair the check engine light came on, and the dealer couldnt fix the problem with the egr valve.