Recalls (3)
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns for the 1991 Ford Escort. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
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Check on NHTSA ↗ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:IGNITION:ANTI-THEFT
- 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.
- Remedy
- 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.
FUEL:FUEL SYSTEMS
- 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.
- Remedy
- INSTALL A NEW FUEL PUMP SENDING ASSEMBLY.
FUEL:THROTTLE LINKAGES AND CONTROL:PEDAL
- 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.
- Remedy
- CUT OFF EXTRA LENGTH OF BOLT THAT PROTRUDES ABOVE SURFACE OF WELD NUT TO PREVENT INTERFERENCE.
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Owner complaints (327)
327 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.
As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.
Most-reported components
| Component | Complaints | % of 327 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 104 | 31.8% |
| Seat belts | 71 | 21.7% |
| Fuel system | 61 | 18.7% |
| Power train | 30 | 9.2% |
| Vehicle speed control | 19 | 5.8% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 17 | 5.2% |
| Exterior lighting | 16 | 4.9% |
| Steering | 12 | 3.7% |
| Service brakes | 9 | 2.8% |
| Suspension | 9 | 2.8% |
How 1991 compares with other Escort years
Best and worst Escort years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 1987 | 56 | 3 |
| 1988 | 143 | 2 |
| 1989 | 152 | 1 |
| 1990 | 101 | 2 |
| 1991 | 327 | 3 |
| 1992 | 162 | 2 |
| 1993 | 379 | 1 |
| 1994 | 279 | 1 |
| 1995 | 576 | 4 |
| 1996 | 205 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Fuel economy: up to 30 mpg combined
- EPA annual fuel cost
- $2,250
- CO₂ tailpipe
- 296 g/mi
- EPA class
- Compact Cars
What it costs you to run
Miles ÷ 30 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.
EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.
Specs by configuration
| Engine · transmission | Drive | City / Hwy / Comb | EPA $/yr | CO₂ g/mi |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 27 / 37 / 30 | $2,250 | 296 |
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 33 / 28 | $2,400 | 317 |
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 25 / 33 / 28 | $2,400 | 317 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 30 / 25 | $2,700 | 356 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 21 / 27 / 23 | $2,900 | 386 |
Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.
Looking at a 1991 Escort for sale?
Print a one-page buyer's checklist: each recall campaign with a box to tick when the seller shows proof of repair, the top complaint areas to inspect, crash stars, MPG, and a link back to this page.
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1991 Ford Escort FAQ
How many recalls does the 1991 Ford Escort have?
NHTSA lists 3 recall campaigns: 93V057000 (electrical), 92V117000 (fuel system), 90V076000 (vehicle speed control). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1991 Ford Escort problems?
Owners filed 327 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (104), Seat belts (71), Fuel system (61) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1991 Ford Escort get?
EPA rates the 1.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 27 city, 37 highway and 30 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1991 Escort compare with other years?
Among the 1987–1996 Ford Escort model years at least five years old, the 1987 drew the fewest complaints (56) and the 1995 the most (576). The 1991 drew 327. Counts are owner reports, not failure rates.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
Processing
- Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
- Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.
Limitations
- Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
- Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
- Recent model years are still collecting reports.
Review
Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.
Changelog
- 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.