Speedomter is malfunctioning for 3rd time in 3 years. Dealer will not replace without charging over $400. A speedometer should last more than 1 year!! Please help me and other escort owners with this problem. Thanks.
1996 Ford Escort transmission complaints
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Speedometer malfunctioned, causing an incorrect reading which is higher than it should be. Dealer replace speedometer 3 times. Also engine problems. Please provide further information.
Speedometer failed.
Speedometer needle jumps around when speeds over 50-55 MPH are reached. It is very distracting an could cause an accident.
Wheels out of round on delivery causing vibration.
Soda spilled on red gear shift release button, preventing gears from engaging when button is depressed.
Brake rotors failed.
Brake failure, pedal went to the floor, loss of complete effectiveness. *ak wheel bearing failure. Cv joint failure. Steering wheel off center.
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