Issue ID | 196932 |
Internal NHTSA # | 716449 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | ESCORT |
Model Year | 1995 |
File date | 03/07/24 |
Component | STEERING:RACK AND PINION |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Heard groaning noise when turned wheels a complete stop. Also when it weather is cold, can hear groaning noise when turning in a curve. Car also slips momentarily like it is sliding. Reported trouble to dealer in jan 1997 and they said steering was ok. I assumed that the tires just needed to be warmed up. On dec 24, 1999 i had national tire and battery and 2 other auto mechanics check car and was told that bushing in rack and pinion steering was worn out. One mechanic pointed out that one of the clamps holding the rack and pinion to the body was about to fall off and he tightened clamp, which made problem a some better. I am taking car to have it repaired tommorrow ( 12-27-99) |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | TRUSSVILLE, AL |
VIN pattern | 1FASP11J7SWXXXXXX |
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Date of purchase | 01/03/96 |
Was original owner? | Y |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Drive train type | FWD |
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