2003 Ford ZX2 (escort) Problems, Complaints & Recalls
- Compared with other ZX2 (escort) years
- Not enough data 6th of 6 for complaints
- Safety recalls
- None on file
- NHTSA crash rating
- Not rated
Owners have filed 6 complaints with NHTSA about the 2003 Ford ZX2 (escort). That ranks 6th out of 6 ZX2 (escort) model years for complaints. The most reported problem area is engine and engine cooling (2 complaints, 33%), typically at around 10,000 miles. Complaints mention 1 crash, 1 injury. There are no safety recalls on file for this model year.
- 6owner complaints
- 0safety recalls
- 0NHTSA investigations
- 1complaints mentioning a crash
Complaints are unverified owner reports and are not adjusted for sales volume.
Most common 2003 Ford ZX2 (escort) problems
Complaints grouped by the part of the car owners reported, with the median mileage when the problem happened.
| Problem area | Complaints | Share | Median miles | Owners mention most | Typical repair cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Engine and Engine Cooling | 2 | 33% | 10,000 | — | — |
| Air Bags | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Electrical System | 1 | 17% | — | — | — |
| Power Train | 1 | 17% | 63,000 | — | — |
| Service Brakes, Hydraulic | 1 | 17% | 2,090 | — | — |
| Vehicle Speed Control | 1 | 17% | 11 | — | — |
One complaint can list several problem areas, so shares can add up to more than 100%.
Complaints by year received
2003 Ford ZX2 (escort) recalls (0)
No safety recalls are on file for the 2003 Ford ZX2 (escort).
To see whether a specific car still has an open recall, enter its VIN on NHTSA's official recall lookup. You can also decode a VIN here.
Recent owner reports
Short excerpts of the latest complaints filed with NHTSA, with personal details removed. Full reports can be searched on NHTSA.gov.
The automatic transmission, or related critical component parts, on this vehicle has failed. It was towed to avis ford about two weeks ago. The service manager, john, was requested to contact the manufacturer's representative to review the problem. Despite daily promises of a call from the manf…
Kinked and crimped vacuum brake hose causing the brakes to go hard as a rock, losing control of the car upon braking and 2 accidents. Car was under warranty and the dealer failed to diagnose the problem leading to the accidents. Accident 1. $6,000 damage. Accident 2, $1,600 damage. I have photos of…
The other day i was driving my 2003 ford zx2 and my air bags went off, leaving with arm scrapes, broken windshield. I was going over railroad tracks when it happened. The police were shocked that this happen and said i should tell you guys about. My car is still in the shop and progressive…
The vehicle dies/stalls when braking to turn off a highway. When driving on highway going 55-60 mph the vehicle dies when braking. You lose power steering. Car will turn back on. *nm
Whenever the a/c compressor is on.....and you take your foot off the accelerator pedal....the car continues to maintain its speed!!....just as if you had the cruise control set. The only time the vehicle does this is when the a/c compressor is activated. I have brought the car to both local…
Other Ford ZX2 (escort) years
| Year | Complaints | Recalls |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 6 | 0 |
| 2002 ZX2 (escort) | 12 | 0 |
| 2001 ZX2 (escort) | 18 | 0 |
| 2000 ZX2 (escort) | 7 | 0 |
| 1999 ZX2 (escort) | 15 | 0 |
| 1998 ZX2 (escort) | 8 | 0 |
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Frequently asked questions
What are the most common problems with the 2003 Ford ZX2 (escort)?
Owners most often report engine and engine cooling, air bags, electrical system problems. The top one, engine and engine cooling, accounts for 2 complaints.
Was there a recall on the 2003 Ford ZX2 (escort)?
No safety recalls are on file for this model year.
Was the 2003 Ford ZX2 (escort) a good year?
Complaint data can't fully answer that, because counts aren't adjusted for sales. Compared with other ZX2 (escort) model years, the 2003 has too little data to compare. Always get a pre-purchase inspection and check the VIN for open recalls.