Ford Escort owners have reported 4 problems related to driveshaft (under the power train category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Escort based on all problems reported for the Escort.
While driving drive shaft fell out of vehicle. Nar 06/18/2003. The consumer was involved in an accident losing front tire and rim as a result drive shaft failure.
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While driving 30-40 mph driveshaft was forced into engine and caused engine to stop operating. Feel freee to provide any further information.
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all problems of the 1998 Ford Escort
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Leased vehicle: while vehicle was inspected by an independent repairs shop. Mechanic informed consumer thate driveshaft bushing was deteriorating and needed to be replaced. Also, dealer replaced power steering rack bushing.
While driving under normal conditions, the crank shaft pulley slipped off the shaft and lodged against the inside of the engine compartment. Vehicle could not be driven and had to be towed in for repair. Neither Ford nor fidelity warranty service, inc. (extended warranty purchased at the time the vehicle was purchased from the dealer, would cover the repair.
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all problems of the 1997 Ford Escort
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