Two problems related to hydraulic power assist steering system have been reported for the 1997 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving at 10mph on flat surface power steering went out, and consumer lost control of vehicle. Dealer notified. *akthere was a loud grinding noise and burning smell and smoke from the belts.
Crankshaft pully separated from engine block, causing sudden loss of power steering. Vehicle only had 30m miles.
| Steering Tie Rod Assembly problems | |
| Steering Wheel problems | |
| Steering Gear Box problems | |
| Steering Anti-theft Device problems | |
| Hydraulic Power Assist Steering System problems | |
| Steering problems | |
| Steering Linkages problems |