Two problems related to power train have been reported for the 1999 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Tl-the contact owns a 1999 Ford Escort. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the vehicle rolled backwards and crashed into another vehicle. A police report was filed. The contact stated that the gear shift lever was in the park position at the time. The vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. Neither the dealer nor the manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000. The VIN was not available. Ah.
Car idled at 4-5 rpm but was not accelerating. Felt tremendous pulling when trying to accelerate. Upon deceleration all service lights came on and car shut down.