2003 FORD ESCORT PROBLEMS

2003 FORD ESCORT PROBLEMS

2003 FORD ESCORT PROBLEMS

Malfunction Modules

Complaints and Common Faults

  • 1. Recalled Door Hinge/Latch:

    • Consumer experienced delay in completing recall repair

  • 2. Engine Issues:

    • Rough idle and rumbling noise from front right of vehicle
    • Vehicle vibrates and shakes uncontrollably
    • Rough idle and clicking sound when brake applied while in reverse
    • Engine mount vibration due to installation issues
    • Engine stalling in the middle of the road

  • 3. Transmission Problems:

    • Vehicle leaking transmission fluid and stalling
    • Transmission rattles, shakes, and leaks fluid
    • Transmission repair failure leading to recurrence of issue

  • 4. Other Concerns:

    • ABS light illuminating intermittently
    • Accelerator pedal failure to respond at various speeds
    • Severely vibrating vehicle at 70mph and while not in motion
    • Airbags failing to deploy in a rear-end collision
    • Tire thread separation causing damage to undercarriage and bumper

  • 5. Maintenance Issues:

    • Oil dip stick fracturing when checking oil level
    • Vehicle stalling with leaking transmission fluid
    • Tire separation on rear driver's tire causing damage
    • Rear-ending another vehicle with airbags failing to deploy

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