Ford Escort owners have reported 7 parking brake related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 4 most common parking brake problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's conventional parking brake (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's parking brake (2 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Conventional Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake Indicator Light problems | |
| Parking Brake problems |
While vehicle was parked in an uphill position with emergency brake on, vehicle rolled down the hill and hit a tree. Read details...
I was sold a 1998 Ford Escort zx2 for 800 dollars, from but behind a local dealership. The dealership did the notary, and they were the ones who signed off on the car and gave me a hand written receipt with someone else's name on it. Read details...
The brake light illuminated on the dash board. Read details...
Brakes failed. Pedal went to the floor, resulting in an accident. Dealership mechanic said the problem was due to the emergency brake driveline. Read details...