Ford Escort owners have reported 3 problems related to speed control cable (under the vehicle speed control 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.
Clicking sound coming from the front left side of the car. Had it looked at by mechanic and was told it had something to do with the speedometer cable. The sound is getting louder and can be very annoying. Was shocked and surprised to learn that left rear coil spring was broken and had to be replaced. Check engine light comes on and the code reads 1443. Mechanic could not find any problem and said it might have a been loose gas cap. He reset the light. Check engine light came back on after driving 15 miles, took it back to service station and got same code. Mechanic could not find the problem and has asked me to take it to the dealer for a smoke test.
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Vehicle was going 65mph and slowing down to 30mph while still accelerating. Heater core was leaking onto computer for airbag module. This was the second time it happened. *akthe leaking heater core caused alot of damage to the airbag, spark plugs, ignition cable, and oxygen sensors. Consumer paid out of pocket for damaged parts. Heater core replaced under warranty.
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Vehicle in for routine service, and mechanic noticed accelerator cable was chafed and worn, it was replaced. Contacted Ford company, and they said that they would get back with consumer. Never contacted him. Consumer concerned with safety of other drivers. The accelerator cable was abraded and was replaced.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Vehicle Speed Control problems | |
| Car Accelerates On Its Own problems | |
| Cruise Control problems | |
| Accelerator Pedal problems | |
| Speed Control Linkage problems | |
| Speed Control Cable problems | |
| Speed Control Springs problems | |
| Car Throttle Stuck problems |