1994 Ford Escort problems
The North American version of the Ford Escort is a range of cars that was sold by Ford from the 1981 to 2003 model years. The direct successor of the Ford Pinto, the Escort also largely overtook the role of the European-imported Ford Fiesta as the smallest vehicle in the Ford model line in North America. Produced across three generations, the first generation was a subcompact; the latter two generations were compact cars. Becoming highly successful in the marketplace, the Escort became the best-selling car in the United States after 1982, a position it would hold for much of the 1980s.
Produced across three generations, the Escort was the first world car developed by Ford, with the first-generation American Escort designed alongside Ford of Europe, who transitioned the Escort Mk III to front-wheel drive. During its production, the Escort also underwent a wide use of platform sharing and rebranding. The first generation served as the basis of the longer-wheelbase Ford Tempo/Mercury Topaz, the two-seat Ford EXP/Mercury LN7 and was rebranded as the Mercury Lynx. The second generation was introduced for 1991, growing into the compact segment. Moving away from a shared design with Ford of Europe, the Escort now shared a platform with the Mazda 323 and sharing a body with the Ford Laser (a model line sold in Asia and Oceania); the Mercury Lynx was replaced by the Mercury Tracer. For 1997, the third generation served as an extensive redesign of the previous-generation sedan; the Escort ZX2 two-door was introduced, with the Mercury Tracer adopting a similar redesign.
Ford introduced the Ford Focus in North America for 2000 as its third "world car", phasing it in as the successor of the Escort. After 2000, the four-door Escort was moved primarily to fleet sales (with the coupe remaining available); production ended entirely after the 2002 model year. In contrast to the first-generation American Escort and Escort Mk III of Ford of Europe (and the Mondeo/Contour and Mercury Mystique), the Focus adopted a much larger degree of commonality between its European and North American variants, in effect, becoming the original world car Ford had originally envisioned with the Escort.
During its entire production, the Escort was produced by Wayne Stamping & Assembly in (Wayne, Michigan) and the first generation was also produced by Edison Assembly in (Edison, New Jersey), San Jose Assembly Plant in (Milpitas, California), and Oakville Assembly in (Oakville, Ontario, Canada) while the second and third generations were also produced by Hermosillo Stamping and Assembly in (Hermosillo, Sonora, Mexico).
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Common 1994 Ford Escort problems
The 1994 Ford Escort is known to have several common problems that owners have reported. These issues include electrical problems, battery drainage, no start or no power, engine problems, car turning on but not wanting to go or no idle, and battery problems.
Electrical issues are one of the most frequently reported problems with the 1994 Ford Escort. These issues can manifest in various ways, such as the A/C, headlights, or key fob not functioning properly. For example, some owners have reported that their car's A/C won't work, headlights don't always work, and the remote lock doesn't always work. These electrical problems can be frustrating and may require professional help to diagnose and fix.
Another common problem with the 1994 Ford Escort is battery drainage. Some owners have reported that their car's battery dies when it's cold, and the battery becomes dead when the terminal is on the battery. This can be a significant issue, especially in cold weather, and may require replacing the battery or fixing the underlying electrical problem.
No start or no power is another common problem with the 1994 Ford Escort. Some owners have reported that their car acts as if the battery is dead, even though it has a brand new battery. This can be a significant issue, especially if it happens frequently, and may require professional help to diagnose and fix.
Engine problems are also common with the 1994 Ford Escort. Some owners have reported that their car cuts off when it's warm, and they have to wait a while before starting it again. This can be a significant issue, especially if it happens frequently, and may require professional help to diagnose and fix.
The car turning on but not wanting to go or no idle is another common problem with the 1994 Ford Escort. Some owners have reported that their car only goes on and doesn't want to start completely. This can be a significant issue, especially if it happens frequently, and may require professional help to diagnose and fix.
Battery problems are also common with the 1994 Ford Escort. Some owners have reported that their car's battery is buzzing under the dash, and there is no start or lights anywhere. This can be a significant issue, especially if it happens frequently, and may require professional help to diagnose and fix.
In addition to these common problems, the 1994 Ford Escort is also known for rust issues, which can cause significant damage to the car's chassis rails, rear wheel-arches, fuse box, and under the battery.
In summary, the 1994 Ford Escort is known to have several common problems, including electrical issues, battery drainage, no start or no power, engine problems, car turning on but not wanting to go or no idle, and battery problems. These issues can be frustrating and may require professional help to diagnose and fix. Additionally, the car is known for rust issues, which can cause significant damage to the car's chassis rails, rear wheel-arches, fuse box, and under the battery. Electrical faults are rare, but the fuse box can rot through and cause all kinds of problems. After 50,000 miles, the shock absorbers and suspension bushes can wear and cause MoT test failure.
Was Ford Escort a good car?
The Escort has been Ford's bread-and-butter car for over 15 years. Think of it as the car that brings consumers into the Ford family. The Escort's low price, decent reliability and above-average crash test scores have consistently offered recent college grads and young families an attractive set of American wheels.
How long did the Ford Escort last?
Ford Escort (Europe)
| Ford Escort | |
|---|---|
| Production | January 1968–July 2002 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Small family car (C) |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1967–1981, 1987) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (1980–2004) Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (1990–2004) |
Why did Ford discontinue the Escort?
As the years went on, the Escort became less popular, less prized, and more dated to the point where the vehicle subtly faded out from the public eye, as opposed to going out with a bang and attracting attention. The Ford Focus was launched in 2000 while the Escort was still being produced.
How fast is a Ford Escort at top speed?
The car's top speed was 150 mph (240 km/h), rivalling cars like the Audi Coupé S2, BMW M3, Nissan 300ZX, Toyota Supra and Porsche 968 and comfortably outperforming traditional "hot hatchbacks" like the Volkswagen Golf GTI.
Was Ford Escort a good car?
The Escort has been Ford's bread-and-butter car for over 15 years. Think of it as the car that brings consumers into the Ford family. The Escort's low price, decent reliability and above-average crash test scores have consistently offered recent college grads and young families an attractive set of American wheels.
Is the 1990 Ford Escort reliable?
Fairly reliable and easy to work on, parts are getting scarce. Enjoyable to drive and good acceleration with 5- speed and 1.9 liter engine.
How long did the Ford Escort last?
Ford Escort (Europe)
| Ford Escort | |
|---|---|
| Production | January 1968–July 2002 |
| Body and chassis | |
| Class | Small family car (C) |
| Layout | Front-engine, rear-wheel-drive (1967–1981, 1987) Front-engine, front-wheel-drive (1980–2004) Front-engine, four-wheel-drive (1990–2004) |
Why did Ford discontinue the Escort?
As the years went on, the Escort became less popular, less prized, and more dated to the point where the vehicle subtly faded out from the public eye, as opposed to going out with a bang and attracting attention. The Ford Focus was launched in 2000 while the Escort was still being produced.
1994 Ford Escort car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford Escort problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Seat belts problems
- Air bags problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Electrical system problems
- Hydraulic problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 1994 Ford Escort vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 1994 Ford Escort
The NHTSA has received 341 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 1994 Ford Escort. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 1994 Ford Escort vehicles.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2018-09-24
- VIN: 1FARP11J3RW
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: AUTOMATIC SEATBELT IS JAMMED AND SEATBELT NO LONGER WORKS
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-09-01
- VIN: 1FARP11J9RW
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: 1994 FORD ESCORT. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO PASSIVE RESTRAINT SHOULDER BELT NOT WORKING FOR A COUPLE OF YEARS. *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE SEAT BELT WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STOP AT MID-TRACK AND BOUNCING THE DOOR AGAINST THE HINGE WOULD GET IT TO MOVE. TWO WEEKS AGO, IT STOPPED IN THE MIDDLE OF THE TRACK. THE CONSUMER STATED SHE COULD HEAR THE MOTOR TRYING TO MAKE IT MOVE. SHE LEFT IT ALONE AND ABOUT FOUR DAYS LATER, IT RESUMED OPERATING. A WEEK LATER, IT FROZE AGAIN, A LITTLE MORE FORWARD IN THE TRACK THAN PREVIOUSLY.
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-06-03
- VIN: 1FARP11J5RW
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD ESCORT. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE AIR BAG WARNING INDICATOR ILLUMINATED ON THE INSTRUMENT PANEL. THE DEALER AND MANUFACTURER WERE CONTACTED AND EXPLAINED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN THE RECALL ASSOCIATED WITH NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 94V218000 (AIR BAGS:FRONTAL). THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 115,404.
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-10-09
- VIN: 3FARP13J8RR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: DRIVER SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT INOPERATIVE WHILE THE PASSENGER SIDE AUTOMATIC SEAT BELT REMAINS OPERATIVE. NOTHING HAS BEEN DONE TO REMEDY THIS FAULT. *TR
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2007-06-16
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD ESCORT. THE CONTACT WAS UNABLE TO START THE VEHICLE WHEN THE KEY WAS INSERTED INTO THE IGNITION. THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS ILLUMINATED, HOWEVER, THE VEHICLE FAILED TO START. THE CONTACT HAD TO DISCONNECT THE BATTERY IN ORDER TO DIM THE INSTRUMENT PANEL LIGHTS. THE DEALER STATED THAT THE CAUSE OF FAILURE WAS THE IGNITION SWITCH. AS OF JUNE 18, 2007, THE VEHICLE HAS NOT BEEN REPAIRED. THE VIN, ENGINE SIZE, POWERTRAIN, AND # OF CYLINDERS WERE UNAVAILABLE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 94,000.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 1901-01-01
- Fire: 1
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: 1994 FORD ESCORT CUSTOMER WANTS INFO ABOUT ENGINE CATCHING FIRE**CC *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-12-17
- VIN: 1FAPP11JXPW
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: TL*- THE CONTACT OWNS A 1994 FORD ESCORT. THE DRIVER SIDE SEATBELT ISN'T WORKING PROPERLY WHEN THE DOOR IS CLOSED. THE DRIVER'S SIDE SEATBELT IS JAMMED. THE CONTACT'S SEATBELT IS MOTORIZED AND WHEN YOU CLOSE THE DOOR IT RETRACTS HALF WAY AND IS STUCK, IT WONT MOVE LEFT OR RIGHT. SEATBELT WILL NOT SECURE HIM IN PLACE. YESTERDAY IS THE FIRST AND ONLY TIME OF THIS INCIDENT.
EXTERIOR LIGHTING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-03-19
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 3FARP15J7RR
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: HEADLIGHT COVER CLOUDED FROM AGE. DRIVERS CAN'T SEE WELL AT NIGHT. I'VE NOTICED THAT ALL ESCORTS HAVE THIS PROBLEM. I ALSO NOTICED A RECALL ON REPLACEMENT LIGHTING THAT LEADS TO SUGGEST THAT MANY OTHERS ARE HAVING TO REPLACE THE HEADLIGHT COVERS. WHY ISN'T MANUFACTURE RESPONSIBLE FOR DEFECTIVE PARTS? ESPECIALLY SAFETY PARTS. PREVIOUS OWNER HIT SOMETHING SLIGHTLY. I BELIEVE THIS IS DUE TO LACK OF ADEQUATE LIGHTING. *NM
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-04
- VIN: 3FARP15J3RR
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: I HAVE A 1994 FORD ESCORT STATION WAGON, THE DRIVER SIDE RETRACTABLE SEAT BELT FAILED AND WILL NOT WORK. *NM
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-05-05
- VIN: 1FARP15J3RW
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: AFTER WE CAME HOME OUR CAR LOCKED INTO PARK, IT WOULD NOT MOVE. WHEN MY HUSBAND REMOVED THE COVER , THE SPRING INSIDE IS TOTALLY SCREWED UP. IT WOULD BE FATAL IF THIS LOCKED UP WHILE ON THE HIGHWAY. WE HAVE TWO KIDS THIS IT A FORD SAFETY ISSUE. THIS IS THE SECOND TIME THIS HAS HAPPENED.*JB
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-04-26
- VIN: 1FARP11J3RW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THERE WAS A RATTLING NOISE COMING FROM THE FRONT END OF THE VEHICLE WHILE DRIVING AT ANY SPEED. UPON INSPECTION BY AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC, THE MECHANIC NOTICED THE LEFT FRONT AND BOTH REAR COIL SPRINGS WERE BROKEN. THERE WERE PIECES OF METAL FROM THE SPRINGS BROKEN OFF WHICH WAS CAUSING THE RATTLING SOUND. UPDATED 05/16/2006. *AK *NM
AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-07-23
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FARP11J1RW
- Components: AIR BAGS,SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE 1994 FORD ESCORT IS A VERY POORLY MADE CAR. MOST OF THESE VEHICLES WERE MANUFACTURED WITH AUTOMATIC SEATBELTS, THE MOTORS OF WHICH ALMOST ALWAYS FAIL. OURS WAS NO EXCEPTION. WE HAD A MANUAL SEATBELT INSTALLED-- AT OUR EXPENSE-- AND TODAY THAT MANUAL SEATBELT SAVED MY HUSBAND'S LIFE IN A ROLLOVER CRASH. IMAGINE IF HE HAD ONLY HAD A LAPBELT! FORD REPEATEDLY DENIES THAT THERE IS A PROBLEM, BUT FOR EVERY 10 ESCORTS I SEE THAT WERE MADE ABOUT THE SAME TIME, 9 OF THEM HAVE AT LEAST ONE FAILED SEATBELT. IN ADDITION, THE AIRBAG FAILED TO DEPLOY IN A ROLLOVER CRASH GOING SOME 75 MPH. I CAN'T SAY IF MY HUSBAND'S INJURIES WOULD HAVE BEEN LESS SEVERE HAD THE AIRBAG GONE OFF, BUT I DO KNOW THAT I WILL NEVER BUY A FORD AGAIN.
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-05-19
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 2B3ED56T0RH
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: DRIVING INTO CULVER DRIVE THROUGH AND NOTICE SMOKE COMING FROM UNDER HOOD, DROVE CAR OUT OF DRIVE THROUGH AND PARK. CALLED 911 AND BY THE TIME THE FIRE DEPARTMENT GOT THERE MY CAR WAS HEAVY WITH FIRE AND THE CAR NEXT TO IT WAS BURNED AS WELL, TOTAL ESTIMATED DAMAGES WAS $9000. MY CAR WAS TOTALED.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2005-03-27
- VIN: 1FARP11J5RW
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: ENGINE FAILURE. THE HEAD ON THE 1.9 LITRE ENGINES HAVE A BUILT IN FLAW. THE INTAKE VALVE ON NUMBER 4 CYLINDER FAILS. THE VALVE SEAT BREAKS APART CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE PISTON AND ALSO THE HEAD. 4 VEHICLES FOUND TO HAVE THIS DEFECT WHILE WE WERE LOOKING FOR A USED REPLACEMENT HEAD.*AK
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-16
- Number Of Injuries: 1
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FARP15J2RW
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: THE VEHICLE WAS PARKED AND IDLING WHEN IT SUDDENLY WENT IN REVERSE. THE DRIVER HUNG ON TO THE OPEN DOOR OF HIS 1994 FORD ESCORT AND WAS DRAGGED FOR 100 FEET. *NM THE CONSUMER WAS DRAGGED 100 FEET AND HAD GOTTEN TRAPPED BETWEEN THE DOOR AND THE PAVEMENT AND WAS SUFFOCATED. *SC
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-12-16
- Number Of Deaths: 1
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FARP15J2RW
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: FATAL DEATH DUE TO POSIBLE TRANSMISSION GOING INTO REVERSE FROM PARK WHILE VEHICLE IN IDLE. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-09-15
- VIN: 1FARP11JXRW
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: BOTH DRIVER AND PASSENGER PASSIVE RESTRAINT SEAT BELTS WERE IN OPERATIVE. BOTH SEAT BELTS WERE STUCK AT THE TOP OF THE DOOR. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER FOR INSPECTION. PLEASE PROVIDE FURTHER DETAILS. *JB
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-10-07
- Crash: 1
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: WHILE APPLYING THE BRAKES PEDAL WENT TO THE FLOOR. CONSUMER WAS UNABLE TO MAINTAIN CONTROL OF THE VEHICLE,IT AND HIT ANOTHER VEHICLE FROM THE DRIVER'S SIDE. NO INJURIES REPORTED. CONSUMER TOOK VEHICLE TO DEALER FOR INSPECTION, AND MECHANIC COULD NOT DUPLICATE THE PROBLEM. *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-10
- VIN: 1FARP15J0RW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: IT WAS HARD FOR THE CONSUMER TO TURN THE KEY IN THE IGNITION SWITCH, MAKING IT DIFFICULT FOR CONSUMER TO START THE VEHICLE. DEALERSHIP WAS NOTIFIED, BUT DID NOT RESOLVE THE PROBLEM. *AK
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2024-11-24
- VIN: 1FDKE30G2RH
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: CONSUMER COMPLAINED ABOUT A TIRE PROBLEM. THE RIGHT REAR TIRE EXPERIENCED TREAD SEPARATION. THE TIRE BEGAN TO TAKE ON OVAL SHAPE. REMINGTON, LT255/75R16, DOT#DAIL925028 . *AK
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2004-03-01
- VIN: 1FARP11J7RW
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: WHEN THE CONSUMER PURCHASED THE USED VEHICLE, SHE WAS INFORMED THE IGNITION AND CLUTCH PLATE HAD BEEN REPLACED AND THE PARTS WERE UNDER WARRANTY. THE IGNITION FAILED AND SUBSEQUENTLY THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED AND THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPLACED. *AK THE IGNITION SWITCH WAS REPLACED THREE TIMES. *JB
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2000-04-04
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: MOTORIZED SEAT BELT FAILURE, JAMMED IN PLACE, NOISE FROM TRACK TRYING TO REPOSITION ITSELF. *AK
SEAT BELTS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-05-15
- VIN: 1FARP11J6RW
- Components: SEAT BELTS
- Summary: THE CABLE FOR THE SEATBELT IS MANGLED, AND THE SEATBELT (SHOULDER) DOES NOT WORK.
SUSPENSION PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-03-15
- VIN: 1FARP15J4RW
- Components: SUSPENSION
- Summary: FRONT LEFT COIL SPRING WAS CRACKED. DEALER NOTIFIED.*AK THE SPRING BROKE WHEN THE CONSUMER ARRIVED HOME. THE VEHICLE MADE A "CLUNK" NOISE WHEN IN DRIVE AND REVERSE. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO MIDAS AND THE MECHANIC SHOWED THE CONSUMER THE PROBLEM. WHEN THE SPRING BROKE IT RUBBED AGAINST THE TIRE AND RUINED IT. CONSUMER HAD TO REPLACE THE TIRE IN ADDITION TO BOTH SPRING. *PH
AIR BAGS PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2003-08-13
- Components: AIR BAGS
- Summary: CONSUMER STATED THAT AIR BAG LIGHT ON THE DASH IS FLASHING, INDICATING THAT SOMETHING IS WRONG. IS AFRAID THAT THE AIR BAG WILL DEPLOY AFTER READING THE OWNER'S MANUAL. CONSUMER TOOK THIS VEHICLE TO THE DEALERSHIP/MECHANIC, AND WAS TOLD THAT TO CHECK THIS PROBLEM IT WOULD COST HIM $89.00, AND TO REPAIR IT WOULD COST $100.00 PER HOUR. CONSUMER INDICATED THAT AIR BAG LIGHT APPEARING ON DASHBOARD WAS A RECALL FOR SOME FORD ESCORTS, BUT NOT FOR HIS VEHICLE. HE NEED EDHELP WITH THE REPAIR COST.*AK
1994 Ford Escort recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 2 recalls for different components of the 1994 Ford Escort.
- Manufacturer: PRO-A MOTORS, INC.
- Components: EXTERIOR LIGHTING
- Summary: CERTAIN PRO-A MOTORS CORNER LAMPS, TURN SIGNALS, AND HEADLIGHTS SOLD AS REPLACEMENT LAMPS FOR USE ON CERTAIN PASSENGER VEHICLES LISTED ABOVE. SOME COMBINATION LAMPS THAT ARE NOT EQUIPPED WITH AMBER SIDE REFLECTORS FAIL TO CONFORM TO FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 108, LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES, AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.
- Consequence: WITHOUT THE AMBER REFLECTORS, THE VEHICLE WILL BE POORLY ILLUMINATED, POSSIBLY RESULTING IN A VEHICLE CRASH WITHOUT WARNING.
- Remedy: PRO-A MOTORS WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND OFFER TO REPURCHASE THE LAMPS. THE RECALL BEGAN ON APRIL 3, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT PRO-A MOTORS AT 323-838-2988.
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL
- Summary: THE DRIVER SIDE AIR BAG MODULE CAN HAVE AN INADEQUATELY WELDED INFLATOR CANISTER.
- Consequence: IN THE EVENT OF A COLLISION, THE WELD SEAM CAN SEPARATE, CAUSING THE AIR BAG TO FAIL TO DEPLOY PROPERLY AND HOT GASES TO BE EXPELLED FROM THE BACK OF THE STEERING WHEEL. THIS CAN RESULT IN AN INCREASED RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY FROM THE HOT GASES AND THE AIR BAG FAILURE.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL INSTALL A NEW AIR BAG MODULE.
Negative 1994 Ford Escort car reviews
Positive 1994 Ford Escort car reviews
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Hi there! I hope you're doing well. I just wanted to share my experience with my car. I bought it back in August for 1200 and it's actually my first car. At first, I didn't expect much from a Ford, but it turned out to be a great purchase. All it needed was new brakes, as it sounded like a school bus coming down the street. But after that, it runs great! The 5-speed manual transmission gives good acceleration, especially for a 4-banger, except with the AC on! Thanks for listening!
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You'll be happy to know that this vehicle gets 28-34 mpg and has had very few mechanical problems. It also has good stability in difficult situations, making it a reliable choice. Not only is it a great car to drive, but it's also very inexpensive transportation when you consider the cost per mile, including the purchase price. Additionally, it has lots of room for hauling things around.
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I bought my 94' a year ago to drive back and forth to work. It's been a great investment, paying for itself in fuel savings. I drive 22 miles each way to work, and 80% of that is interstate. I'm thrilled to report that I'm getting an average of 37 mpg, and have even gotten as much as 40! The only downside is that when the A/C is on, the power decreases, but that's to be expected of a 4 banger.
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I bought my 'Scort while in college a few years ago, and she paid for herself several times over - what a deal! All repairs were minor and due to regular wear and tear. I replaced the clutch once (it was the original), and other than tires that was my only big expense. She gets great gas mileage, and she's fun to drive, too. I've never known a more reliable vehicle.
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I hope you're doing well! I just wanted to share that this car has taken my family all around the country with no problems, even though I never thought it was going to be a good buy.
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Harley Stracke 2024-09-29
Hi there! I wanted to share my experience with my 2004 Escort. I've put a lot of miles on it - from 111,000 to 172,000 - and it's been a great car overall. I did have a bit of trouble with the transmission pump at 118,000 miles, which required a rebuild, but looking back, I probably could have avoided that if I had replaced the pump earlier. The A/C and heat have stopped working, but other than that, the car runs great - no leaks and no oil usage. I even let it sit for a year and a half, but it started right up and runs like a charm. I really love my 'scort and would definitely buy another one!
Timmothy Hyatt 2024-09-28
I may have just gotten a lemon, but unfortunately, I've had a lot of issues with my car. Only 500 miles into owning it, the AC stopped working and I had to pay an exorbitant $400 to have the compressor replaced. On top of that, the radiator started leaking and even my speedometer doesn't work properly. While I know many people who love this car, I personally don't see the value in spending the money on it. For just a little more, you can get a comparable Civic with better reliability and mileage.
Dejuan Williamson 2024-09-04
This car is actually quite enjoyable to drive!
Jerome Fritsch 2024-08-03
I purchased a '94 Escort wagon with 70K miles in '98 for my high school daughter. Unfortunately, we experienced some issues with the car, including the loss of AC at 90K miles, which cost us around $1200 to replace. Since then, the car has had some engine troubles and has required multiple visits to the shop. Recently, at 103K miles, an $85 diagnostic revealed a dead cylinder due to a burnt valve, which requires a $1000 valve job. I decided to sell the car to a mechanic for $500. Although I kept the oil changed every 3000 miles, I suspect that my daughter may have contributed to the engine issues by driving too fast, accelerating too quickly, passing, and gunning the engine. However, I am now replacing the wagon with a '98 Escort LX sedan with only 47K miles, and this time I am getting a 5-speed. I do expect the AC to fail around 80K miles.
Rasheed Kuhn 2024-06-28
Hello! I haven't owned this vehicle for very long, but it has been in my family since it was less than a year old. It has been incredibly reliable and has even survived 4 wrecks! Unfortunately, the A/C recently went out and it requires about $350 in repairs to get it fixed. Most everything in the A/C went out at the same time. While it may not be the most aesthetically pleasing car I've ever owned, the interior design could use some improvement, it has certainly served me well!