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Ford Escort / ZX2 repairs by problem area
Engine (36%)
Transmission and Drivetrain (2%)
Brakes and Traction Control (12%)
Suspension and Steering (26%)
Electrical and Air Conditioning (19%)
Paint, Rust, Leaks, Rattles, and Trim (2%)
Other (2%)
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Chart based on 42 repairs.
Ford Escort / ZX2 suspension repair cost distribution
$2500+ (0%)
$1000 - $2499 (9%)
$500 - $999 (0%)
$100 - $499 (45%)
< $100 (45%)
Chart based on 11 repair trips. The repair cost chart excludes repairs made under warranty, do-it-yourself repairs, and repair trips that include maintenance.
1998 Ford Escort / ZX2 4-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 114900 mi US $100 |
Rear springs broken, replaced both & 1 spring perch. Also replaced rear brakes & freed frozen parking brake mechanism. |
| 119500 mi US $6 |
Broken/worn front sway bar links replaced. |
1998 Ford Escort / ZX2 2-door
4-cylinder manual 2WD
| 182500 mi | shock mount broke off rear passenger strut. |
| 129000 mi US $50 |
Upper power steering hose had 'pinhead' leak due to accident. When located, replaced hose, refilled reserve container, monitored for leaks. duplicate entry |
1997 Ford Escort / ZX2
Engine not specified
| 80600 mi C $1100 |
Left rear spring was broken. Both rear strut assemblies were replaced. |
| 160000 mi US $150 |
Outer tie rod replacement. Left outer tie rod replacement Rear left shock absorber went out. Have been replaced. |
| 163300 mi US $200 |
Replaced both front hubs. |
1997 Ford Escort / ZX2 4-door
4-cylinder automatic 2WD
| 68000 mi US $397 |
Left rear spring was broken and was replaced. Right outer tie was badly worn and was replaced. Even though the Left outer tie rod was not broken, I had that replaced as well. |
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