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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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Ford Escort / ZX2 suspension repair cost distribution

$2500+ (0%)

$1000 - $2499 (9%)

$500 - $999 (0%)

$100 - $499 (45%)

< $100 (45%)

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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. 

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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 

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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. 

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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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