CarRecallWatchThe 1987 Ford Escort has 3 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 56 complaints with NHTSA, including 1 crash, 26 fires, 6 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Electrical System (31 reports).
1987 Ford Escort recalls
Most common 1987 Ford Escort problems
Problem areas named in the 56 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Electrical System | 31 |
| Engine And Engine Cooling | 14 |
| Steering | 3 |
| Suspension | 3 |
| Seat Belts | 3 |
| Fuel System, Gasoline | 3 |
| Wheels | 2 |
| Seats | 2 |
| Equipment | 2 |
| Power Train | 1 |
What owners report
CONSUMER IS REQUESTING THAT A DEFECT INVESTIGATION BE DONE ON THE CRASH DATA REPORT. *NJ THE CONSUMER WAS INVOLVED IN AN ACCIDENT IN HIS 1987 FORD ESCORT WHICH WAS CAUSED BY A 2006 CADILLAC ESCALADE THAT HIT THE CONSUMER WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH. A CRASH STUDY WAS PERFORMED ON THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE AND IT WAS DETERMINED THAT THE CADILLAC WHEN IT HIT THE CONSUMERS VEHICLE WAS TRAVELING 20 MPH FASTER THAN HE WAS DRIVING. THE CONSUMER WANTED TO KNOW WHY DIDN'T THE CADILLAC'S SDM NOT REGISTER AND RECORD THE FRONTAL CRASH IMPACT WITH THE ESCORT AS A DEPLOYMENT EVENT. *JB UPDATED 07/16/09.*JB UPDATED 08/04/09 *BF FORENSIC WITNESS REPORT RECEIVED. UPDATED 08/10/09. *JB
NAR 3-10-03 IN REFERENCE TO A PREVIOUS CLAIM, REQUESTING ASSISTANCE FROM NHTSA. HOWEVER, ACTION MADE WASN'T SATISFACTORY SO NOW THE CONSUMER IS THERE SEEKING LEGAL ASSISTANCE TO EXPEDITE HIS CLAIM. *CB *JB
VEHICLE EXHIBITED A FIRE BY AN UNKNOWN SOURCE IN THE IGNITION COLUMN PER FIRE DEPARTMENT INVESTIGATION. *TT
VEHICLE KEEPS STALLING SINCE 1992. *AK
TFI IGNITION MODULE HAD A DEFECT AND WAS AFFECTED IGNITION SWITCH. DEALERSHIP WAS AWARE OF PROBLEM. *AK *SLC
1987 Ford Escort questions
Does the 1987 Ford Escort have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 3 safety recalls for the 1987 Ford Escort: Seats; Fuel System, Gasoline:Delivery:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings; Wheels:Lugs/Nuts/Bolts/Studs. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 1987 Ford Escort?
Based on 56 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Electrical System (31), Engine And Engine Cooling (14), Steering (3).
How do I check if a recall on my 1987 Ford Escort has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.