general problems of the 1997 Ford Escort

Five problems related to service brakes have been reported for the 1997 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 03/18/2003

Consumer requesting restitution for a house fire that was caused by a vehicle fire. . Prior to the fire the vehicle also experienced a problem with the alternator and the brakes squeaking.

2 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 11/12/2001

Usually after getting the brakes serviced brakes will make a real lousd noise whne coming to a complete stop. Please provide more information.

3 Service Brakes problem

Failure Date: 01/01/1901

1997 Ford Escort had rear springs problems. * both rear springs on the vehicle broke. The breaks were identical, the lower coils. The consumer contacted the manufacturer and indicated that they showed lack of interest.

4 Service Brakes problem

Consumer complained about transmission axle slippage and defective brake problems. Vehicle vibrated when accelerating. Consumer had the vehicle inspected by a private mechanic.

5 Service Brakes problem

Brakes.




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