Wheel Rim problems of the 1997 Ford Escort

Two problems related to wheel rim have been reported for the 1997 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Wheel Rim problem

Failure Date: 02/22/2004

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. These were found by costco, tire repair services and so documented at the chula vista, CA. Location.

2 Wheel Rim problem

Steel wheel rim welding is defective, causing air to escape from the wheel rim which could also cause the rim to separate from the welding. Please give any further details.


Other Wheel related problems of the 1997 Ford Escort

Wheel Rim problems
2
Wheel problems
1


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