1989 Ford Escort problems by component
152 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1989 Ford Escort, grouped by the component owners reported. Each component links to a detailed breakdown with mileage, severity and owner reports.
| Component | Complaints | Share | Median mileage |
|---|---|---|---|
| Electrical System → | 64 | 42% | — |
| Engine and Engine Cooling → | 22 | 14% | — |
| Seat Belts → | 19 | 13% | — |
| Fuel System, Gasoline → | 12 | 8% | — |
| Exterior Lighting | 9 | 6% | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 9 | 6% | — |
| Power Train | 8 | 5% | — |
| Steering | 7 | 5% | — |
| Seats | 6 | 4% | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 4 | 3% | — |
| Wheels | 3 | 2% | — |
| Structure | 2 | 1% | — |
| Suspension | 2 | 1% | — |
| Equipment | 1 | 1% | — |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 | 1% | — |
| Parking Brake | 1 | 1% | — |
| Visibility | 1 | 1% | — |
Component groups as classified by NHTSA. A complaint can name more than one component, so shares may sum to more than 100%.