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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

Engine not specified

167500 mi

US $200
Replaced both front hubs. 

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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

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 
182500 mi shock mount broke off rear passenger strut. 

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1997 Ford Escort / ZX2

Engine not specified

160000 mi

US $150
Outer tie rod replacement. Left outer tie rod replacement Rear left shock absorber went out. Have been replaced. 
80600 mi

C $1100
Left rear spring was broken. Both rear strut assemblies were replaced. 

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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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Ford Escort / ZX2 Suspension Problems

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