1999 Ford Escort

$4,577
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$5K–$5K
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Avg Mileage125,000 mi
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Ford Escort Safety & Reliability

High Concern

With 2 recalls and 365 complaints, the 1999 Ford Escort rates as high on the safety concern scale. Always run the VIN through NHTSA's lookup tool before signing.

2
Recalls
365
Complaints
82
Crashes
15
Fires
Recall Findings
04E0480002004-12-07
SEAT BELTS:FRONT

CERTAIN TRW DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS MANUFACTURED ON DECEMBER 6 AND 9, 2002, FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1997 FORD ESCORT 4-DOOR AND STATION WAGON PLATFORM VEHICLES, FORD'S P/N F7CZ54611B09AAC. THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES EXHIBIT A NO-LOCK CONDITION WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO THE SEAT OCCUPANT, WHICH MAY INCREASE THE RISK OF PERSONAL INJURY.

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99V2760001999-12-10
POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:SHIFT PATTERN INDICATOR

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE S/R OPTION. THE S/R OPTION INCLUDES, AMONG OTHER FEATURES, A 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. ON THESE VEHICLES, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT PATTERN IS NOT DISPLAYED IN THE OCCUPANT COMPARTMENT IN VIEW OF THE DRIVER. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT."

THE DRIVER MAY NOT BE AWARE OF THE TRANSMISSION POSITION OF THE VEHICLE.

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Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Top Complaint Areas

The 1999 Ford Escort's biggest weak point? AIR BAGS. It leads 365 total complaints spanning 1 years. Budget for a thorough pre-purchase inspection, especially in that area.

01Air Bags56
02Engine And Engine Cooling50
03Suspension40
04Electrical System29
05Power Train26
365 total across 1 model years (1999–1999)Full data at NHTSA.gov

Ford Escort Fuel Economy

25–28mpg combined
·
22-24city
·
30-34hwy
·
$1,550-$1,750/yr

Fuel economy for the 1999 Ford Escort ranges from 25 to 28 MPG combined across 6 setups. The table below breaks it down by trim so you know exactly what you're signing up for.

By Trim
Escort - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Escort Wagon - Manual 5-spd
28mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
24 city34 hwy~$1,550/yr-1/10 Poor
Escort - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Escort Wagon - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city31 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Escort ZX2 - Automatic 4-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor
Escort ZX2 - Manual 5-spd
25mpg
2.0L 4-cyl · Front-Wheel Drive
22 city30 hwy~$1,750/yr-1/10 Poor

Source: U.S. Environmental Protection Agency (EPA)

Where to Find 1999 Ford Escort

7States

The biggest cluster of inventory is in North Carolina (25%), but the remaining listings are spread across 6 other states nationwide.

Geographic distribution reflects all active listings for this model, not just 1999.

Buying a 1999 Ford Escort?

Answers to common buyer questions

Is the 1999 Ford Escort a good car to buy?

The 1999 Ford Escort has its strengths and its watch-outs. 2 recalls have been issued, so verify completion with the dealer. Owners report air bags as the area to watch most closely. Check the safety section for recall details and the pricing data to see if the numbers work for you.

Are there recalls on the 1999 Ford Escort?

There are 2 documented recalls for the 1999 Ford Escort. Don't let that scare you; most are routine. Just make sure they're all resolved before you sign. Details in the safety overview.

What's the gas mileage of the 1999 Ford Escort?

You'll get between 25 and 28 MPG combined from the 1999 Ford Escort, depending on engine and drivetrain. That's a meaningful difference over time. The fuel economy table shows exactly which configs get what.

What are common problems with the 1999 Ford Escort?

Out of 365 owner complaints, air bags issues lead the pack. Get a pre-purchase inspection that specifically covers this area. The known issues breakdown has all the details.

How does the 1999 compare to other Ford Escort years?

Pricing, reliability, and supply vary across Ford Escort model years. Visit the Ford Escort buyer's guide to compare year-over-year.

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