1990 Ford Escort Recalls

What To Do If Your Escort Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 1990 Escort take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1990 Escort Recalls

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION Recall for 1990 Ford Escort

  • Recall Announced APRIL 25 1996
  • NHTSA Reference #96V071000
  • Number Affected 7,900,000

  Summary: The ignition switch could experience an internal short circuit.

  Consequence: This condition could cause overheating, smoke, and possibly fire in the steering column area of the vehicle.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the ignition switch.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #96V071000 »

• VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD Recall for 1990 Ford Escort

  • Recall Announced OCTOBER 13 1989
  • NHTSA Reference #89V174000
  • Number Affected 3,300

  Summary: Special primer that promotes the bonding of a urethane adhesive to the glass was not applied to the windshields before installation.

  Consequence: Omission of the primer could cause the windshield not tobe properly adhered to body, and vehicle would not comply with FMVSS 212.

  Fix: Remove and properly install windshield using special primer.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #89V174000 »