1995 Ford Escort engine problems

Filed Feb 14, 2009 · Engine · 136,000 miles · MI · fire

1995 ford escort with 136,000 miles on car caught a fire in the engine compartment that resulted in total loss.

Filed Mar 29, 2005 · Electrical, Engine · AZ

The ignition switch has had to be replaced 5 times on my car. I'm a single mom and on limited income and have had to go without car months at a time. I have to have the switch replaced for around $150 each time plus towing. I have not kept the old parts because I did not know I needed to. On this same car the timing belt has gone out twice since I have owned it, for three years now. Is this due to the car or is there something wrong when repaired?

Filed Sep 29, 2004 · Engine · 52,875 miles · PA

While driving, the engine light illuminated on the dashboard. The vehicle was taken to an independent shop where they replaced a plastic sensor, which had melted on the intake manifold. Please provide further information.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine, Fuel system · 20,000 miles · TX

On april 11, 1995 I purchased a new 1995 ford lx, 1.9l sefi , VIN# [xxx]. After driving the car for a few days and settling into it, I began to notice a clicking sound coming from what to me sounded like the engine area on the driver's side and the steering column. I took the car back to the dealership immediately. The vehicle was not test driven and I was simply told that it was probably just new engine noise and it would stop. As time went on the clicking continued. I called back to the dealership several times then I just gave up because the vehicle was running okay and had caused no concern. On september 8, 1997 (clicking noise still there) I took the vehicle in for other problems. As invoice states, noise may be coming from engine area. On may 22, 2002 while driving the vehicle it just stopped!!!!! Referencing north central ford invoice no. [xxx] (which is attached) you can see the work that was performed. In reference the above-mentioned invoice, you will notice that the timing belt was replaced, one of the phone calls I received was to explain that the timing belt had snapped. Please notice that you will find nowhere mentioned that valves or anything else was checked. By the time all of this took place, the clicking noise had become more apparent and they were made aware that it was still there. Now for the grand finale, on april 29, 2003 I drove the car to a nearby store and when I came back out the clicking noise turned into a noise as if the engine were going to explode. I immediately stopped the vehicle and called a tow truck and it was taken to north central ford. I was informed that the mechanic thought push rod had gone. I have spoken to more than one mechanic (ase certified) who clearly believes that the valves should have been at least checked when that belt broke. This [xxx] vehicle was my pride and joy it was pampered. The mileage on it was a mere 74,639. [xxx] [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Engine, Seat belts · 111,003 miles · OK

Engine developed a cracked cylinder head. The only reason it cost 600.00 was that I repaired it myself. Seatbelts and transmission have not been repaired.

Filed Jul 1, 2003 · Engine · CT

Consumer states that high ambient temperatures caused the vehicle to leak and overheat. Consumer feels a fire may start as a result.

Filed Nov 30, 2002 · Engine · MI

Head gasket blown only 64k miles and a nice $700 repair bill. For a car that depreciated 75% anyways! Dt

Filed Nov 30, 2002 · Engine · MI

Radiator leaking where cheap plastic side is crimped to the core only fix is new radiator. Thanks for building suck a cheesey and unrepairable radiator! Dt

Filed Aug 27, 2002 · Brakes, Engine · CA

Tired to work with the general manager of honda to no avail. They won't help me and the sold the vehicle and it should have been in working condition. *no afety defect listed.

Filed Aug 14, 2002 · Engine · CA

Vehicle was parked when consumer started up vehicle. There was a noise coming from engine area, and vehicle had to be towed. Dealership was aware of problem.