Transmission Failure problems of the 1998 Ford Escort

Three problems related to transmission failure have been reported for the 1998 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Transmission Failure problem

Failure Date: 07/28/2000

Transmission failed prematurely. Nlm.

2 Transmission Failure problem

Failure Date: 01/18/2000

The vehicle was experiencing transmission failure. It would only move in reverse and would slip in all gears. It has been determined that transmission failure is due to modification consumer made to protect the transmission when in tow. Warranty repair is denied by the dealer.

3 Transmission Failure problem

Transmission failed causing vehicle to stall.




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