1993 Ford Escort suspension problems

Filed Aug 16, 2005 · Brakes, Engine · 48,000 miles · OH

Dt: purchased this vehicle at a used lot. After 90 days the transmission pump went out. Bought it with 48,000 miles. Went to two different mechanic shops, and they said it had too much wear for that amount of mileage. The exhaust system came off, the shocks were bad, the tires were al defective, and the brakes failed. The dealer from who the vehicle was purchased was out business.

Filed Jan 12, 2004 · Suspension · MD

While having, the vehicle in the repair shop for service on other parts, the mechanic noticed that coil springs on the rear suspension failed. Also, there had been a lot of problems on ford, escorts concerning the rear springs being defective. *ak there was intermittent front wheel whines. The service mechanic commented about the many broken springs on this make/model. (both rear springs were found broken) *sc

Filed Oct 10, 2003 · Suspension · 80,000 miles · VA

Heard popping noise coming from rear struts. Found both rear coil springs broken. Replaced both springs and rear struts.trying to recall when this could have happened I remembered 2 instances while driving my car I heard loud unexpected banging noises. Thinking I had hit something in the road, but not seeing anything in the road prior to the noises or in my mirror after hearing the noises, I shrugged it off. It appears they were my coils . Car was not overloaded, driven hard, or on a rough road. They let go at separate times on smooth roads while driving about 45 MPH. I have read were this is a not- uncommon problem for this vehicle.

Filed Aug 5, 2003 · Suspension · OH

Consumer noticed while traveling 25mph vehicle was riding rough. Vehicle was serviced, adjustable arms and bushings were replaced.

Filed Jun 10, 2003 · Suspension · 78,446 miles · OH

The "rear laterial link", which is part of the rear suspension on the ford escort has a problem with breakage which can cause an accident at highway speed. My son's broke at 35mph and almost lost control.

Filed Apr 3, 2003 · Suspension · PA

Both rear leaf springs broke on the vehicle.

Filed Mar 26, 2002 · Suspension · IN

Consumer stated that while driving could feel that vehicle was not riding smooth and could feel all bump on the road, where took vehicle a mechanic who find out that rear spring was broken. Nlm

Filed Oct 26, 2001 · Suspension · PA

When attempting to have vehicle passed for pa. Inspection they refused to pass it saying the coil springs were broken.I had them replaced & vehicle passed.if this is enough of a safety problem to concern pa. Inspection ,why not a recall. Service mgr.said this is a common problem with 1993 escorts.our son had a similar problem with his.

Filed Oct 24, 2001 · Suspension · IL

Consumer ownes same kind of vehicle but with different years. Rear springs have broken and have pushed inward of vehicle. Consumer has checked and found problem is common with these vehicles. *ak

Filed May 2, 2001 · Suspension · MA

Broken springs caused struts to be replaced along w/new springs.