There are no safety recalls for the 2003 Ford ZX2 (Escort), but owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA.
2003 Ford ZX2 (Escort) problems reported by owners
| Problem area | Reports | |
|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | |
| Electrical System | 1 | |
| Air Bags | 1 | |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | |
| Power Train | 1 | |
Most reported parts
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine — 1
- Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline — 1
- Service Brakes, Hydraulic › Power Assist › Vacuum — 1
- Power Train › Automatic Transmission — 1
Typical mileage at the time of the problem: 10,000 miles (median of owner reports).
Problems that are not covered by a recall are paid repairs; labor rates follow local mechanic pay — see what auto mechanics earn in each state.
Recent 2003 Ford ZX2 (Escort) complaints
Owner reports filed with NHTSA, as written (personal details removed). Complaints are not verified by NHTSA.
Power Train · at 63,000 miles · reported Dec 15, 2007
The automatic transmission, or related critical component parts, on this vehicle has failed. It was towed to avis ford about two weeks ago. The service manager, john, was requested to contact the manufacturer's representative to review the problem. Despite daily promises of a call from the manf. Rep, no call has been received, totally ignoring our concerns. A transmission, or related critical component parts, should not fail after 64,000 miles of normal use. Ford must pay all or most of the repair costs of this failure. The manf. Rep must call immediately. This message is also being sent to…
Service Brakes, Hydraulic · at 2,090 miles · reported Nov 9, 2006
Kinked and crimped vacuum brake hose causing the brakes to go hard as a rock, losing control of the car upon braking and 2 accidents. Car was under warranty and the dealer failed to diagnose the problem leading to the accidents. Accident 1. $6,000 damage. Accident 2, $1,600 damage. I have photos of the crimped brake hose closed off under the hood. An independent repair service opened the hood and immediately saw the problem and called the dealership and told them what was wrong. He had the car towed to the dealership and the dealership fixed it. No injuries, but I came very close to being…
Air Bags · reported Jun 25, 2006
The other day I was driving my 2003 ford zx2 and my air bags went off, leaving with arm scrapes, broken windshield. I was going over railroad tracks when it happened. The police were shocked that this happen and said I should tell you guys about. My car is still in the shop and progressive insurance is on my side.
Engine and Engine Cooling · reported Mar 1, 2006
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.
Vehicle Speed Control · at 11 miles · reported Jun 5, 2005
Whenever the A/C compressor is on.....and you take your foot off the accelerator pedal....the car continues to maintain its speed!!....just as if you had the cruise control set. The only time the vehicle does this is when the A/C compressor is activated. I have brought the car to both local dealerships here and neither of them were able to correct the problem. The only way to keep the engine from racing when this happens...is to turn off the compressor....or engage the clutch and wait for the engine to wind down.
Frequently asked questions
Does the 2003 Ford ZX2 (Escort) have any recalls?
No. NHTSA has no safety recalls for the 2003 Ford ZX2 (Escort) as of this update. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls for the latest status.
What is the most common problem with the 2003 Ford ZX2 (Escort)?
Owners report engine and engine cooling problems most often (2 reports), followed by vehicle speed control (1). The typical mileage when problems were reported is about 10,000 miles.
Are Ford recall repairs free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized Ford dealers, whether you are the first owner or bought the car used.