1991 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 1991 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 1991 Escort Recalls

• SUSPENSION:FRONT Recall for 1991 Ford Escort

  • Recall Announced JUNE 02 1994
  • NHTSA Reference #94E019000
  • Number Affected 919

  Summary: The offset toe adjusting pin can fracture under conditions such as torsional loads, flexing motion, impact loads, and overtorquing.

  Consequence: This can result in loss of vehicle steering control andan accident.

  Fix: Dana will pay for replacement and labor costs of the adjustment pin without charge to the installing facility and the vehicle owner. These pins should be replaced by a Ford original equipment pin assembly. Owner or installer inquiries concerning this recall campaign should contact dana service center at 1-800-248-9606.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #94E019000 »

• ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER Recall for 1991 Ford Escort

  • Recall Announced APRIL 15 1993
  • NHTSA Reference #93V057000
  • Number Affected 91,000

  Summary: The roll pins securing the ignition lock in the steering column housing can separate or move out of position.

  Consequence: The ignition lock cylinder may disengage from thesteering column housing which could cause the steering column to lock up,resulting in loss of vehicle control and a possible accident.

  Fix: If one or both of the roll pins are missing or not fully inserted, the ignition lock housing will be replaced, along with the door-locks and the liftgate or deck-lid locks so that key compatibility is maintained. If both pins are present and fully inserted, a plastic snap-on sleeve will be installed as a precaution to prevent the roll pins from coming out.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #93V057000 »

• FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Recall for 1991 Ford Escort

  • Recall Announced AUGUST 19 1992
  • NHTSA Reference #92V117000
  • Number Affected 22,000

  Summary: Fatigue cracks can develop in the solder joint between the fuel return tube and the fuel pump sending unit located at the top of the fuel tank.

  Consequence: Should a crack develop, fuel vapor can escape from thetank when the tank is full, and a small amount of fuel can leak from the crack. Fuel leaks can result in fire when exposed to a source of ignition.

  Fix: Install a new fuel pump sending assembly.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #92V117000 »

• VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:ACCELERATOR PEDAL Recall for 1991 Ford Escort

  • Recall Announced APRIL 17 1990
  • NHTSA Reference #90V076000
  • Number Affected 6,000

  Summary: Interference occur between bolt that secures a fuel line shield to the lower portion of the dash panel and the accelerator pedal.

  Consequence: This could cause the accelerator pedal to stick at the wide open throttle position and result in loss of control with the risk of a vehicle accident.

  Fix: Cut off extra length of bolt that protrudes above surface of weld nut to prevent interference.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #90V076000 »