Ford Escort 1984

Model Escort made in 1984 by Ford got 27 consumer complains, 6 investigations there are 3 recalls as well as 13 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, engine and engine cooling and fuel system, gasoline. Technical service bulletines regarding electrical system, engine and engine cooling and power train. The car had some investigations: electrical system, engine and engine cooling and seat belts. There were some recalls concerningengine and engine cooling, seat belts and service brakes, hydraulic. The car has 2 modeles with engines 1.6l, 2.0l.

Model 1984

Engine [L]CylindersTransmissionDriveEstimate MPG (city/highway/combined)Unadjusted MPG (city/highway/combined)FuelFuel costClassRelease date
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears27/37/31$ 694483 822
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 4 gears37/56/44$ 506483 822
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 4 gears30/44/35$ 62448311 3
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears27/41/32$ 694483 822
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears27/38/31$ 694483 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears28/42/33$ 669483 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears26/42/31$ 7224831014
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 5 gears46/68/54$ 391483 831
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 5 gears41/56/46$ 439483 9 2
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears27/37/31$ 694783 822
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 4 gears29/44/35$ 64778311 3
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears27/41/32$ 694783 822
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears26/38/30$ 722783 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears28/42/33$ 669783 831
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 5 gears41/56/46$ 439783 9 2
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears26/36/29$ 722483 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 4 gears30/45/35$ 62448311 3
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears27/44/33$ 694483 831
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears27/38/31$ 694483 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears28/42/33$ 669483 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears26/42/31$ 7224831014
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 5 gears41/56/46$ 439483 9 2
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears26/36/29$ 722783 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 4 gears29/44/35$ 64778311 3
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears27/44/33$ 694783 831
( 1.6L) 4Automatic, 3 gears26/38/30$ 722783 831
( 1.6L) 4Manual, 5 gears28/42/33$ 669783 831
( 2.0L) 4Manual, 5 gears41/56/46$ 439783 9 2

Recalls

CampaignManufacturerManufacturing dateType# of units affectedDate Owner notified MfgRecall Initiated byManufacturers of recalled vehicles/productsReport Recieved DateRecord Creation DateRegulation Part NumberFMVSS Number
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
89V095000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 08/01/1985V (Vehicle)48104907/19/1989ODIFORD MOTOR COMPANY06/12/198908/03/1989
Defect SummaryExternal cracks above the number 3 cylinder (1984 models) or rocker arm cover gaskets splitting (1985 models) could allow oil to leak onto the exhaust manifold.
Consequence SummaryEngine oil leaking onto a hot exhaust manifold couldresult in an engine compartment fire.
Corrective SummaryReplace cracked cylinder heads (1984 models); replace rocker arm cover gaskets (1985 models).
NotesSystem:engine/cylinder heads, rocker arm cover gaskets.vehicle description:passenger cars with 1.6l and 1.9l engines.
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
83V134000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 08/01/1983 to 12/01/1983V (Vehicle)53000012/22/1983OVSCFORD MOTOR COMPANY12/20/198301/11/1984571210
Defect SummaryThe bolts that attach the d-shaped ring for the shoulder belt are inadequately supported by the material in which they are mounted. the attachment does not comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 210, seat belt assembly anchorages.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryDealers will install new attaching hardware to improve the strength of the mounting.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles and light trucks.system: interior systems; seat belts and upper torso restraint attachments.consequences of defect: in severe collisions, the shoulder belt attachmentcould separate, increasing the possibility of occupant injury.note: manufacturer advises that seat belts should continue to be used at alltimes, as substantial benefits may still be obtained.
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
84V123000FORD MOTOR COMPANYfrom 10/01/1983 to 06/01/1984V (Vehicle)1499811/26/1984MFRFORD MOTOR COMPANY10/10/198411/07/1984
Defect SummaryThe brake line may be positioned too close to an engine bracket. normal engine movements may cause the bracket to rub against the brake line.
Consequence Summary
Corrective SummaryThe brake line will be inspected and rerouted if necessary.
NotesVehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with electronic fuel injectionand turbo 1.6 liter engines.system: service brakes; brake line.consequences of defect: if the brake line wears enough that brake fluid leaksfrom the line, the vehicle stopping distance may increase. the deterioration inbraking performance from a fluid leak could result in an accident.note: the brake warning light should alert driver to fluid loss. increasedbrake pedal travel or spongy brake pedal action may also occur.

Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
9824612/07/1998604059Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( f8az - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals. *yc03/16/1999
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
9624611/18/199650905Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw06/17/1997
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
987404/13/1998601343A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc07/24/1998
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
988804/27/1998601238Information on a new transmission fluid usage chart. *yc07/10/1998
9751103/03/199751945Fluid- transmission fluid usage charts. *jd07/17/1997
POWER TRAIN - AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION - TORQUE CONVERTER
9624911/18/199650908Torque converter - leak test procedure - service tip. *tw06/17/1997
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC
985A1303/18/1998601012The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc06/17/1998
956203/01/199539900Roughness concern during brake application. *tw11/01/1995
SFA/94L0103/01/19953011600Unknown11/01/1995
STRUCTURE - BODY
9516108/01/199545947Sheet metal-roof panel and drip rail replacement- seam sealer application procedure.*sd04/25/1996
TIRES
985204/13/1998601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance. *yc07/17/1998
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
0115708/06/2001623988Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc10/31/2001
VISIBILITY - WINDSHIELD
9622110/21/199650940Windshield and interior glass - fog/film. *tw06/17/1997

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
PE87028FORD MOTOR COMPANY05/01/198701/21/1988STALLING
 There is no summary currently available
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
EA87005FORD MOTOR COMPANY12/01/198610/31/1989FIRES89V095000
 There is no summary currently available
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
DP86016FORD MOTOR COMPANY07/24/198608/07/1986STALLING
 Stalling
SEAT BELTS - REAR
EA88038FORD MOTOR COMPANY08/29/198805/11/1990REAR SAFETY BELT FIT
 There is no summary currently available
DP88007FORD MOTOR COMPANY01/11/198808/24/1988REAR SEAT BELT COMPLIANCE
 Rear seat belt compliance
SEATS
EA86010FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/26/198607/28/1989SEATBACK FAILURE86V082000
 There is no summary currently available

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION
09/07/19950
 While driving vehicle it just stopped running withoutwarning. consumer took vehicle to dealer, and they stated it was the ignition. when the tfi overheated it caused the vehicle to stop running. also, driver's side seatbelt will not connect. passenger's side seatback broke and will not go up. please provide any further information. *ak
 Consumer was driving car an it died and caught on fire . please describe . *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - SWITCH
07/01/19881
 Vehicle fire. *dh
02/15/1994101/01/1984
 Electrical short in the ignition switch, causing the vehicle to catch fire in the engine compartment. *ak *slc
02/25/19935
 Ignition switch shorted, causing fire. *dsh
04/21/1990
 Due to an electrical short in the ignition switch the vacuum pump failed. *ak
07/02/1987
 Electrical short or shock in the ignition switch, causing the vehicle to catch on fire. *ak
01/16/1996
 Vehicle stalled on the highway, driver shifted to neutral, tried to restart and vehicle caught on fire. *ak
05/01/1991
 Vehicle was driven and parked, under the hood engine compartment fire. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING
01/24/1996
 Vehicle fire around the steering wheel. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
12/02/19942
 Wiring harness failure. *aw
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE
09/06/2001
 Nhtsa recall# 09v095000/ manufacturer's recall 89s66. consumer got a recall notice on vehicle, and dealer didn't have parts. also, dealer will put another engine in consumer's vehicle, but consumer had to pay 1300.00 out of pocket for exhaust that goes with engine.*ak
 Recall 89v095000; engine gaskets; when the recall was issued gilbert took the vehicle into kendall motors. kendall motors inspected the vehicle and ther was no problem. now ther is a leakage coming and caused by the recalled part and kendall motors will not repair the problem. *ak
10/01/19941
 Cracked engine gasket prior to recall (89v-095). *ak
01/20/19951
 Engine head/cylinder rocker arm cover gasket split causing coolant to leak prior to recall, also fumes emminated out of the back (89v-095).
01/20/19951
 Car has a cracked engine head which is causing fumes to come out the back. please describe details. tt
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE
04/18/19958
 Vehicle fire, 2nd vehicle from 489423. *tw
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS
5000
 When the gas pedal was pressed there was a delay in acceleration. the consumer had to slam on the gas pedal to get the vehicle to move. the vehicle would lunge forward unexpectedly. the vehicle was taken tot he dealer who stated that the fuel injectors were carbonated up. *nlm
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - ANCHORAGE
104/01/1984
 The seat belt broke, there was a recall regarding the issue, however consumer was never informed.*jb
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - BUCKLE ASSEMBLY
09/07/19950
 While driving vehicle it just stopped running withoutwarning. consumer took vehicle to dealer, and they stated it was the ignition. when the tfi overheated it caused the vehicle to stop running. also, driver's side seatbelt will not connect. passenger's side seatback broke and will not go up. please provide any further information. *ak
05/23/19951
 Plastic sleeve covering front seat belt buckles failed, broken pieces fell in the latching mechanism. tt
SEAT BELTS - FRONT - RETRACTOR
03/07/1996
 Rear seat belt retractor mechanism has failed, difficult to latch seat belts. *ak
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM
09/28/200104/28/1984
 Vacuum pump (brakes) housing is broken and pump does not work. contacted ford in sept 2001 but have had no success in them helping to locate this part. no salvage yard or auto parts store has it. car is in very good condition but it would be very dangerous to drive with brakes in this condition.

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