Rear Suspension Coil Springs Problems of Ford Escort - part 1

I bought a used 1999 Ford Escort stations wagon with only 16k miles on it. At 30k miles I took it to a local Ford dealer for an oil change and they gave me an estimate for $585 to replace the rear coil springs that are broken, saying it was a safety hazard. Note I never asked for more than a simple oil change. In reading all the complaints here for broken springs I believe Ford has gotten away with a major safety defect that even its dealers are well aware of.

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The contact owns a 2001 Ford Escort purchased April 2002. The rear coil springs, struts, and egr valve were placed at an expense of $870. 00. After the repair the front coil springs, and struts failed, they then added that this failure was common for her model type. The failure and current mileages were under 59,000. Updated 11/23/09. Updated 11/24/09.

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During a state required inspection found both rear coil springs broken. Ford will not take responsibility. This is the second time this has occurred.

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I took my Escort in for an inspection and the rear coil springs are broken again the first time they broke the dealer replaced them and said he thought a recall would be issued because Ford new there was a problem with them now once again they are broken and there is still no recall if someone knew there was a problem with them why aren't they correcting the problem and do we the consumers have to keep shelling out our hard earned money for repairs. This car is a 1997 Ford Escort and rear springs were replaced twice just not fair.

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I own a 1999 Ford Escort s . The mileage is 48,700 miles. I took it in yesterday for a state inspection. I was informed that not only one but both rear coil springs were broken. From my research on the internet I have read that this had been a problem for several years. But yet no recall has been issued.

During replacement of tires and alignment, service personnel advised that the rear coils springs were broken. Was advised that several complaints had been filed with both NHTSA and manufacturer but no recalls had been issued. This is clearly a manufacturing defect which can result in additional vehicle damage, injuries or death. A mandatory recall needs to be required and enforced.

During a routine inspection, my mechanic noticed that the rear spring coils on my 2001 Ford Escort (59,000 miles) were noticeably worn down and needed to be replaced immediately, as to not puncture my tires. He said that this is a known problem in Escorts and taurus and that tires can be punctured by these rear coil springs while the vehicle is in motion. I had the rear springs replaced, which is an expensive repair.

Rear coil spring failure. 2 separate rear coil spring failures within 2 months. 1 of which punctured the tire at highway speeds. The car lost control and went into the median. Luckily nobody was injured and there were no other vehicles involved. Repair shop noted this is a common problem with Escorts.

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Escort. The contact heard an unfamiliar noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. At the repair shop, it was discovered that the rear passenger side coil springs failed. The shop stated that the failure was due to the coils spring rusting. The contact has not notified the manufacturer or the local Ford dealer. The current and failure mileages were 52,000.

Coil spring on 1998 Ford Escort broke and almost blew out the tire. Brought it to the repair shop to get it fixed and replaced the tire.

While having possible brake noises checked, the mechanic, while the car was on the lift, saw that both rear coil springs were broken. He stated that the marks he saw indicated that they had been broken for a while.

: the contact stated while the vehicle was inspected it was determined the rear coil springs were fractured. The vehicle was driven to the dealer and new coil springs have been ordered. The manufacturer has been alerted.

I had my 99 Escort in for a/c work and a inspection was done and found both rear springs broken, I have noted several complaints in your files on this. The car has 28k miles no repairs were done yet.

The contact owns a 1999 Ford Escort. During a vehicle safety inspection, it was discovered that the driver side rear coil spring failed and needed to be replaced. Approximately two years later, the rear driver and passenger side coil springs failed and were replaced. The current mileage was 59,000 and failure mileage was 38,350. Updated 06/09/08 updated 06/09/08.

Rear coil springs are broke.

Was having my 1998 Escort serviced. Mechanic found both rear coil springs had fractured in same spot. Had them repaired there instantly at a cost of $710. 10 . I called Ford they said no recall, I then brought springs to my Ford dealer to show them and to ask for reimbursement for defective parts, I am still waiting for an answer. However Ford did offer to get rid of the springs for me but I still have them in my trunk.

I took my 99 Ford Escort to a auto repair shop to fix one front tie rod (another frequent problem on Escort) and the mechanic told me that one of the spings in the rear suspension was broken. I did not notice anything different when driving and I don't know for how long it has been broken. The mechanic also said that this is a frequent problem with Escort, and advised me to check the existance of a recall with a Ford dealer. To this date (Jan 2006) there is no recall. He also advised me to keep the receipt of the repair ($ 750 to replace the springs and struts on both sides) in case a recall will be made in the future.

1-courtesy check by a local tire & auto service center during a tire rotation. Suggest replace rear coil springs. 2-we were told one of the rear coil springs is broken, these have to be replaced in pairs. 3-this is a design flaw and should not be a regular item that needs to be maintained. We should not have to pay for a pair of coils and a suspension alignment. We are looking for a recall instead of paying money out of our pocket for an item that should not need to be replaced. Apparently this is true because of other complaints for the same reason for years of 1997-2001 for Ford Escorts/sedans and Mercury tracer/sedans.

Consumer took 1998 Ford Escort for a oil change on September 30, 2005. The mechanic found both rear coils springs broke. The rear struts were damaged, and the left front tie rod was broken. The mileage on my vehicle at time of service was 71, 127 miles. The consumer used the car for shopping and pleasure with no hard driving at her age. She was surprised to hear this was common for the 1997 and 1998 Ford Escorts. I had other Ford Escorts prior to this one and I had no problem. This problem cost the consumer $732. Had not contacted dealership or manufacturer. Had no accidents. The consumer was not aware that this vehicle had all these problems. This vehicle drives much better and is quieter since had the problems fixed.

1997 Ford Escort failed inspection due to a leak in the right rear spring coils.

1998 Ford Escort. The consumer took the vehicle to dealer to be serviced, and the service department noticed the rear coil springs were broken , approximately 1½ turns from the top. The consumer contacted Ford, and they told him the part was not under warranty. The coil springs were replaced. There had been no noticeable problems before this. The caplipers were replaced due them being frozen. The crank pulley and serpentine belt were replace.

The vehicle was a 1999 Ford Escort. Both of the back coil springs were broken. Consumer found this out when getting the brakes inspected. The front brake rotors, tie rods and the rear struts including the coil springs needed to be replaced. The inspection took place on 7-8-05. Consumer took the vehicle to a Ford dealer to have all the parts replaced. They were replaced on 7-20/22-05. Vehicle was shaking before hand. Consumer knew that Ford company issued a recall issue concerning this problem with some of their other models. Updated 11/02/2005.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford Escort wagon. While having routine maintenance on vehicle the mechanic found that the rear coil spring broke with something holding it into place. The rear coil spring needed to be replaced. The contact she has not contacted the manufacturer.

While driving at 45 mph consumer heard a grinding noise coming from the rear coil springs. Dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.

While driving , the steering wheel felt loose and made a loud noise. The dealer replaced the tie rod at owner's expense. Consumer feels that she should be reimbursed for the cost of repairs. The vehicle's rear coil springs broke at 16219 miles. The front coil spring broke at 16279 miles and was replaced under warranty. Catalytic converter failed causing noise.

When I took my car (1999 Ford Escort stationwagon VIN. #[xxx]) in for its oil change & inspection. It failed inspection because a rear coil spring was completely cracked in half. The car is 5 years old, but only had 8,953 miles on it. I am a senior citizen and only drive the car on a limited basis, usually for shopping or to a doctor's office. I was told the the spring was not covered under any warranty and was charged a total of $412. 99 (plus tax) for this repair. I was told to contact Ford directly to see if anything could be done to compensate me. My son called Ford's customer relations # and was told to see the service manager at the dealer, who would then submit the claim for me. After 2 seperate visits to the dealer, my son was told: 1) the manager had gone home early that day & that only the manager could deal with the problem. On the next day 2) the manager was in a meeting (Friday afternoon @ 4:00 pm) & could not be disturbed. My son returned home & called Fords customer relations #. He was told that the dealers service manager had called and said that they would not offer any compenstaion. As for the broken coil spring, my son had told me to request the broken parts and I do have them. When the spring broke, I do not no because the ride of the car was always the same as when I purchased the car new. Now with the new springs, the rear of the car rides higher. Updated 07/26/2012 information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

Took vehicle for safety inspection and was told one back spring had cracked and other had moved off mounting which could cause it to further move and puncture tire. Ford corp. Said no recall issued but it was a safety issue and should be addressed immediately. My local Ford dealer did not have parts, were on back order, didn't know when available.

Took car (1997 Ford Escort) to shop for routine state inspection and was informed that the right rear coil spring was broken and would need to be replaced to pass inspection. I was very surprised since the car only has 30,000 miles on it and has been driven very conservatively. Mechanic stated that premature failure of rear suspension coil springs was a common problem with Ford Escorts. Request government intervention to make Ford CO. Reimburse consumer expense caused by faulty coil springs.

Rear coil strings broke at 70,000 miles on 1998 Ford Escort wagon.

1997 Ford Escort rear coil springs broken after 60k miles.

Failure of vehicle's rear suspension coils. Nar 08/01/2003.

We heard a clunking sound in the rear end. Took to the mechanic and the rear springs are completely shattered.

Both back rear coil springs are broken. My car has never towed anything, and there was never any excessive weight in the back seat. Why would these break? this has way to little mileage to have this problem. Ford is recalling taurus and voyagers. . . . What about Escort. Please contact me at 1-519-741-9664 (night) or 1-519-747-7000 ext 37619 (daytime). I would hope that Ford would fix this problem and start recalling the Ford Escorts. Thanks denise noble.

Rear springs on my Escort I believe to be cheaply made. Both have busted. I have found that my Escort is not the only one. There are many other Escorts with the same problem.

Both rear coil springs broke at same time, and car has only 43,000 miles and is only 4 years old. No excessive weight ever used in this car. Mechanic said he has fixed at least a dozen other Ford Escorts with the same problem.