Head gasket failure, resulting in cracked pistons and damaged crank. Failed fuel pump/thermostat.
1997 Ford Escort fuel system complaints
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Smelled gas fumes in car. Brought to dealer. Fuel tank was leaking due to coming apart at the seams. Tank had to be replaced at a cost of $400.
I believe that the dash has been tampered with as the airbag did not deploy and there appears to be velcro attached to the dash
There is a hole in gas tank which makes a way for the gas to get out of the tank. Consumer doesn't know how or when the hole got in the tank.
While driving vehicle had noticed a gas odor & the engine check light had came on. Stopped vehicle & lifted hood. Smelled & noticed smoke & fumes coming from engine area. Took to dealer.
There is a bad odor in the car , please describe.
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