This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
1997 Ford Escort had rear springs problems. * both rear springs on the vehicle broke. The breaks were identical, the lower coils. The consumer contacted the manufacturer and indicated that they showed lack of interest.
Consumer complained about transmission axle slippage and defective brake problems. Vehicle vibrated when accelerating. Consumer had the vehicle inspected by a private mechanic.
Consumer requesting restitution for a house fire that was caused by a vehicle fire.. prior to the fire the vehicle also experienced a problem with the alternator and the brakes squeaking.
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- West Bend, WI, USA