One problem related to tire tread/belt has been reported for the 1998 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Pe00 048; consumer was traveling about 65mph on highway and heard a loud banging noise. She saw smoke from rearview mirrior. She was able to pull over, and noticed that front right passenger tire tread separated from vehicle. Goodyear tire. Goodyear was notified.
| Tire problems | |
| Tire Blowout problems | |
| Tire Tread/belt problems |