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
1994 Ford Escort: broken coil spring
10 of the 279 complaints about the 1994 Ford Escort describe broken coil spring.
- owner complaints
- 10
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 0
Is there a fix? 1 service bulletin covers this area of the car. See below
Broken coil spring by model year
What owners say
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.
During annual safety inspection mechanic found right and left coil springs broken-apparently due to rust and lightweight construction
Rear spring broke off because of rust and corrusion. Dealership is aware of problem.
Rear coil spring has a tendency to rust which causes them to break without any warning. Driver was notified about coil spring being broken when he took vehicle to inspection.
Both rear coil springs broke, vehicle was rejected due to failed suspension springs.
During routine inspection mechanic found rear coil springs broken on both sides. Consumer could not tell they were broken when driving vehicle.
Spring snapped at 60 MPH on flat smooth road no bumps. Ruined left front tire.
Right front tire was making noise when consumer stopped. Called a mechanic who had told her that coil spring was broken, and if she was driving faster the tire could have caused an accident.
The consumer has been experiencing problems with rear coil springs. Rear coil springs broke. Also, while driving, the brake lights illuminate consistently. In addition, the consumer has to start applying brakes at a long distance from the destination desired to stop.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Questions about the 1994 Ford Escort coil spring
Is broken coil spring a common problem on the 1994 Ford Escort?
10 of 279 owner complaints about the 1994 Ford Escort (4%) mention broken coil spring. The model year with the most reports is 1997.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1994 Ford Escort?
There are 0 recalls and 1 service bulletin for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1994 Ford Escort
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