While at a stop vehicle stalls which may cause an accident. Also, has a no start condition. Please provide further information and VIN#.
1998 Ford Escort engine complaints
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Radiator leaking.
Engine timing is missing, slight hesitation. Mgm
Engine sensor failed. Yh
The engine on the vehicle started smoking because of a loss of oil in the vehicle. Dealer is in the prcess of replacing engine.
The vehicle is equipped with the rear defroster, but the rear defroster is inoperable which causes visual problems in the rear, may result in an accident. Dealer cannot determine problem. *ak consumer stated there is a knock when starting the vehicle, and driving at 60 MPH, also engine is consuming 4 quarts of oil, also vehicle overheated.
The defective fuel control valve malfunctioned, causing fuel leakage and fuel smell which may cause a fire. Dealer repl.aced valve twice. Problem is still occurring. Dealer cannot determine problem.
Air cleaner/filter and intake are located at bottom of engine. When driving through approximately six inches of water engine blew.
When pulling out from a stop, vehicle may lose power. *ak consumer states transmission slips without warning when pulling from a stop, almost caused an accident on 4 occasions, dealer can not find a remedy for the problem.
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