2003 Ford ZX2 (escort)Problems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 6 owner complaints about the 2003 Ford ZX2 (escort), most often about the engine and engine cooling. It has no vehicle safety recalls on record.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through December 15, 2007. Updated daily.
Where the 2003 Ford ZX2 (escort) has problems
6 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine and engine cooling | 2 | 0 |
| Air bags | 1 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 1 | 0 |
| Power train | 1 | 0 |
| Service brakes, hydraulic | 1 | 1 |
| Vehicle speed control | 1 | 0 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
2003 Ford ZX2 (escort) recalls and how many were fixed
No vehicle safety recalls are on record for this model year.
2003 vs. every other ZX2 (escort) year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the ZX2 (escort) median. How we score
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What ZX2 (escort) owners report
Recent engine and engine cooling complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
THE VEHICLE DIES/STALLS WHEN BRAKING TO TURN OFF A HIGHWAY. WHEN DRIVING ON HIGHWAY GOING 55-60 MPH THE VEHICLE DIES WHEN BRAKING. YOU LOSE POWER STEERING. CAR WILL TURN BACK ON. *NM
I HAVE A 2003 FORD ZX2 THAT HAS HAD A SEVERE IDLE VIBRATION FOR NEARLY ONE YEAR THAT FORD IS REFUSING TO FIX. THE DEFECT CAUSES A SEVERE VIBRATION IN THE STEERING WHEEL, GLOVE BOX, VENTS, AND SEATS OF THE CAR AND OCCURS ON A DAILY BASIS IN ANY GEAR OR ANY DRIVING CONDITION. THIS VEHICLE IS STILL…
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