2002 Ford Escort Problems, complaints & recalls

Tl* the contact owned a 2002 ford escort. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact's vehicle rear ended another vehicle. The driver of the contact's vehicle and four occupants in the other vehicle were injured. Medical attention was received. A police report was filed. The air bags deployed on impact. Prior to the crash, the vehicle accelerated while the brakes were being applied. The vehicle was towed and deemed a total loss. The failure mileage was 144,000.

2002 Ford escort. Consumer writes in regards to vehicle stopping and dying while driving *tgw the consumer stated the battery and alternator were replace three times, as well as other components. However, the stalling continued. No one has been able to determine the reason for the stalling. *Jb

2002 Ford windstar rear axle problem we were driving on 78e and were approximately 30 minutes before allentown. All of a sudden we heard a crack, smelled smoke, and heard metal scraping. The car started fishtailing and my husband virtually had no control of the car as the windstar repeatedly crossed 2 lanes and almost hit the middle barrier and then fishtailed toward the other side. Luckily there were no cars or trucks in front or in back of us and we were at a slight uphill. Finally, my husband was able to...

We bought a new 2002 zx2, one month after we had it the transmission started slipping. Now the transmission won't shift into 3rd or 4th. We were told we need to rebuild ours.

Re: 2002, ford zx2 we own a 2002 standard model ford zx2 that has only 35,500 miles on it. There are three notable problems: 1.The engine idles very roughly 2.The transmission shifts very hard 3.The front driver door has sagged and won?T close completely. All of these issues are the result of poor design and especially poor quality parts. This car, I say again, only has 35,500 miles on it and the problems have been apparent for some time. The car started vibrating almost from day one. The transmission...

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford escort. Whenever the brakes were applied, the contact would hear a grinding noise coming from the front of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they replaced the front rotors and pads. The current and failure mileages were 7,367.

Abs and brake lights has continued to be on and cruise control has stopped working. *Tr

We have a 2002 escort zx2 . The car was bought february 2002 . I have had some real problems with the tie -rods having to be replaced. But the problem now is the wiring to the tail lights. We have had a few problems with the fuse blowing and we replace it , then the light bulbs blow then we replace them . We had a mechanic look into the problem this time and he has found that the wiring harness and the reflector are melted. The problem is we have tail lights working with no brake lights or cruise control . Upon...

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford escort. While driving approximately 10 mph to make a left turn, both frontal air bags deployed without an impact or crash. The passenger sustained minor injuries. The windshield on the passenger side was shattered and the passenger compartment became engulfed with smoke. The vehicle was driven to the contact's residence and has not been driven since. The dealer has not been notified. The manufacturer stated that they would contact her by letter or phone within 15 days. The current and failure mileages were 59,890.

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford escort zx2. When the contact attempted to use the rear passenger side seat belt, she noticed that it would not extend outwards or retract to its normal position. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic and the contact was informed that the seat belt retractor needed to be replaced. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. Prior to the failure, the contact noticed that the seat belt was having minor retracting issues. The current and failure mileages were 79,350. Updated 02/02/09. *Lj updated 02/03/09. *Jb

Car having started having a "pull" when accelerating from stop signs. The pull keeps getting worse and feels now like not switching gears properly on automatic transmission. Almost stops and bumps before continuing to next gear. Took to transmission center, there is nothing wrong with transmission. *Tr

I have several issues, both back door windows have fallen off track and won't stay up. This happened in september of 07 and a few months later the second rear window did the same. I have to use clear packaging tape to hold them up. The key to the ignition will not turn unless I use something with a hard end and tap it several times. When the ignition problem first happened in september of 2006 I called ford road side service and they recommended tapping the key several times and said they had a growing complaint of...

Tl*the contact owns a 2000 ford focus. For one month, the key didn't fit into the ignition and when it was in the ignition, it would not turn. Due to the failure, the vehicle will not start. As of march 16, 2008, the vehicle will no longer start. The vehicle will be towed to the dealer to be diagnosed. The current and failure mileages were 98,000.

1) I noticed that my rpms were not returning to normal and my vehicle was unable to stop completely. 2) I own a 2002 ford explorer xls 4x4 with the sohc 4.0 Liter engine. The throttle cable stuck in the open position causing the engine to surge uncontrollably at approximately 5000 rpms. I had to turn off my ignition to avoid crashing the vehicle into nearby traffic. Ota has received reports of this problem, nhtsa action number: pe05037, but closed the case on november 2, 2005. This is a serious defect that...

I put my key in, turned it on and went to shift in to drive and the shifter came right out of the steering column. The vehicle was in between gears.*Cn

While driving my 2002 ford taurus I experienced the failure of both front coil springs which cut open like a can opener one front tires and damaged the other. I had to have both tires and springs replaced. If I was traveling more than 15 mph I fear I would not be here today.*Cn

2002 Explorer xlt purchased 1/03 with 37,995 miles. Now only 39,996 I am disabled and don't drive much. Had vehicle in due to warranty over 11/26/07 to check things over. When I picked up car air bag warning light flashing. Though it was due to their work because it stopped. Next time used vehicle light flashing then stayed on permanently. Took to dealership and they claim it throws a code #b2292, they also said a bulletin out from ford on this #tsb03-11-03 issued to all mechanics - that the pretensioner...

12/01/05, 03/08/07.11/19/07 Had to replace tie-rod ion my 2002 ford escort. Noticed thumping, took to mechanic. He said had I not brought it in, there could have been very serious consequences. This frequency of these incidents seems to indicate a serious and dangerous defect in this car. *Tr

All four wheels bearings on a 2002 ford explorer with only 70,000 miles had to be replaced. One incident included a wheel falling off due to the failure of these bearings. *Tr

Vehicle parked in parking lot at 9:30p.M. Sheriff woke us up 2:00 a.M. Banging on windows stating suv was on fire. 3 Other vehicles were damaged because of fire. I am blessed myself and my children were not in suv at that time. Also damaged parking area. *Tr

The fiberglass piece on the hatchback of the vehicle is constantly cracking and falling off while the vehicle is moving. This is a road and safety hazard, as my piece came off while driving 55mph. I am continuously seeing other explorers of the same model and year that have the same issue. Ford needs to take responsibility for their defective product and conduct a recall. Furthermore, this faulty piece is offered at a ford dealership for replacement at over $300! *Tr

Vehicle transmission failed at 75,000- we had taken the vehicle in 2 separate occasions the first year of ownership concerning the transmission but was advised nothing wrong. *Tr

Beginning of 2006, I purchased my used 2002 ford explorer. Around 70,000 miles, about 9 months later, the roaring noise in the rear was unbearable. I put all new tires,i put all new brakes thinking this was causing the noise. Finally I went online to find the many, many complaints about the rear end noise. I called ford customer service and they said there was no recalls, even though there are many complaints on this issue, because it is not considered a safety issue. They suggested I have it diagnosed at a ford...

Door ajar light comes on randomly, turning on interior lights and locking and unlocking doors while driving. In addition to being distracting, it is particularly unsafe at night to suddenly have the interior lights come on and unable to keep doors locked. Ford says issue is a door sensor, but cannot tell which one is bad. This used to happen occasionally, now it happens at least every other day. *Tr

I am an owner of a 2002 ford explorer 2wd. At the beginning of october the vehicle starting making a horrible noise. The loud noise was coming from the rear passenger wheel. Come to find out, this is a major wheel bearing issue. I have recently gotten online and discovered how many other people are also having the same issue. What can we do to get the ford company to be held responsible for this very dangerous defect in their product that you are supposed to trust not only your life but the lives of all your...