1993 Ford Escort: broken coil spring

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 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 May 2, 2001 · Suspension · MA

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

Filed Feb 18, 1999 · Suspension · PA

Rear coil spring on rear passenger's side broke, causing a potential safety hazard.