Table 1 shows twelve common suspension related problems of the 1998 Ford Escort. The number one most common problem is related to the rear suspension springs (16 problems). The second most common problem is related to the rear suspension coil springs (eleven problems).
The contact owns a 1998 Ford Escort. The contact stated that the rear coil springs broke in 2003 and were repaired. The vehicle was at a repair shop getting an oil change when the contact was informed that the rear coil springs had broken again. The vehicle had not been inspected or repaired. Read details...
During a state required inspection found both rear coil springs broken. Ford will not take responsibility. This is the second time this has occurred. Read details...
There were problems with the springs and struts on vehicle. The consumer was informed that she had been driving with cracked springs during a maintenance check. Read details...