Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM - RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | |||||
| 95153 | 07/01/1995 | 45934 | Temperature gauge - fluctuating and /or inaccurate high readings. *sd | 04/25/1996 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 9874 | 04/13/1998 | 601343 | A new silicone gasket and sealant. *yc | 07/24/1998 | |
| 97610 | 03/17/1997 | 51990 | Blower motor- chirping or squeaking from blower motor at low speeds. *jd | 07/17/1997 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 0214 | 01/21/2002 | 630001 | Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area. *tt | 04/11/2002 | |
| 00188 | 09/04/2000 | 618599 | Concerns with premature failure occuring on the 1.9l motorcraft remanufactured longblock assembly and shortblock assembly due to ingestion of foreign objects remaining in the transferred intake system from the original failed engine. | 04/17/2001 | |
| 11769 | 08/01/1998 | 615270 | Some vehicles may exhibit brief spark knock on acceleration during hot weather once the engine has thoroughly warmed up. *tt | 01/10/2001 | |
| 99816 | 05/03/1999 | 606420 | Ford motor company now recommends sae 5w-30 viscosity grade for servicing any ford gasoline-powered vehicle regardless of model year. *tt | 08/19/1999 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||||
| 9864 | 03/30/1998 | 601312 | Information on a buzzing or rattle noise from the exhaust system. *tt | 07/21/1998 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||||
| 982310 | 11/23/1998 | 603724 | Mass air flow (maf)- sensor contamination- service tip. *ak | 03/03/1999 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 08/26/2002 | 6 | ||
| The engine had cut off without warning while the consumer was traveling. also the vehicle failed to start at times. the dealer could not locate the problem. *yh the seat belts had become inoperative, the rear disc brakes would not hold when the parking brake was applied, the cable is working, but not not applying pressure, and the v/c is leaking. (v/c per invoice) the mechanic stated that the engine problem, seem to be coming from the ignition. *scc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - COOLING SYSTEM | |||
| 09/01/1996 | 7 | 03/05/1992 | |
| Electrical failure; driver's side lap belt; dash lights(speedometer fuel gauge, engine heat temp & revolotion guage), radio lights, driver's door buzzer/ overhead light; a/c,/ heater fan intermittent. ignition switch failure, x2, both brake light bulbs replaced: courtesy light in trunk needs replaced. has never been to garage, to be repaired, for any above electrical.exception, ignition replaced by garage x1.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 3 | 06/30/1999 | ||
| Consumer took vehicle to dealer for many problems, dealer found a leak in the head gasket causing the radiator to not cylcle coolant causing vehicle to overheat, stall, and shut down, check engine light is always on. *slc | |||
| 12/01/1995 | |||
| Breather tube froze up and caused the oil to build up blew out pushing up the dip stick. tt | |||
| 12/04/1994 | 4 | ||
| 2 engine cylinders did not work properly, causing gas to leak onto exhaust pipe, resulting in a fire. *ak | |||
| The head gasket crack two times. tt | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 09/01/2000 | 50 | 01/01/2092 | |
| My escort stalls while driving, turning right, etc. i took it to the dealership, they put my escort on the computer, and informed me the mass airflow sensor meeded replaced. i did this but, it did not solve the problem!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i need help!!!*ak | |||
| 03/14/2000 | 4 | 12/01/1992 | |
| When starting vehicle it will cut off. once exiting a ramp vehicle stalled. consumer was almost rear ended. took vehicle to a mechanic, and they have replaced ignition switch 4 times.*ak consumer states that she had loss of power in the morning three times. *yd | |||
| 09/01/2000 | 50 | 01/01/1992 | |
| My escort stalls while driving, turning right, etc. i took it to the dealership, they put my escort on the computer, and informed me the mass airflow sensor meeded replaced. i did this but, it did not solve the problem!!!!!!!!!!!!!! i need help!!! | |||
| 08/10/1992 | |||
| While trying to start up the vehicle there was'nt enough power getting to the engine. when turning a corner, the vehicle acted like it wanted to cut off, and there wasn't enough gas going to the tank. contacted the dealer, dealer advised to bring the vehicle in for service. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle accident due to engine shut down and extreme vibration causing loss of control resulting in fatality. (attorney for consumer). | |||
| 1 | |||
| Vehicle fire. | |||
| 05/02/1992 | 1 | 05/02/1992 | |
| Brakes go all the way to the floor-loud engine noise. tt both rear michelin tires, p175/70r13, dot b3f253ax102 showed signs of abnormal wear. warped discs, drums and shoes found glazed, brakes squeal and cause steering wheel to shake, brakes do not operate properly under emergency braking situations. loud knocking sound in engine upon cold start ups, dealer replaced timing belt, however on both occasions same noise was heard after repairs. an improperly installed 1/4 inch hex head screw holding the cosmetic cover to the lower steering column caused buzzing sounds. bearing failure. parking brake cable stretched. *slc | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 09/01/2000 | 130000 | 50 | 01/01/1992 |
| My escort stalls while driving, turning right, etc. i took it to the dealership. they put my escort on the computer and informed me the mass air flow sensor needed replacing. i did this but it did not solve the problem!!!!!!!!! i need help. *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734315 | |||
| 01/26/1995 | 2 | ||
| The air bypass would stick causing the car to run at a higher rpm, this is a 5-speed if it was an automatic it would act like a stuck throttle. tt | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| When driving at 65 mph and below 30 degree temperature the accelerator pedal sticks, causing unexpected acceleration. consumer has contacted the dealer, dealer replaced the oxygen sensor. | |||