Recalls (2)
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1992 Ford Escort. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. PlainVIN shows every recall campaign listed for a model year, with the official text and how many cars have been fixed so far.
Check on NHTSA ↗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.
LIGHTING:SWITCH:BUTTON:RING:BRAKE LIGHTS
- Summary
- THE STOP LAMP SWITCHES COULD INTERMITTENTLY MALFUNCTION RESULTING IN THE STOP LAMPS NOT ILLUMINATING WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED.
- Consequence
- THIS COULD RESULT IN FOLLOWING MOTORISTS NOT BEINGSIGNALED THAT THE VEHICLE IS BRAKING, AND COULD RESULT IN A COLLISION.
- Remedy
- REPLACE THE FAULTY STOP LAMP SWITCHES.
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Owner complaints (162)
162 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 162 |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 36 | 22.2% |
| Fuel system | 36 | 22.2% |
| Seat belts | 28 | 17.3% |
| Vehicle speed control | 22 | 13.6% |
| Engine and engine cooling | 15 | 9.3% |
| Service brakes | 12 | 7.4% |
| Exterior lighting | 8 | 4.9% |
| Power train | 8 | 4.9% |
| Suspension | 7 | 4.3% |
| Unknown or other | 6 | 3.7% |
How 1992 compares with other Escort years
Best and worst Escort years →| Model year | Complaints | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|
| 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 |
| 1997 | 543 | 1 |
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 / 36 / 30 | $2,250 | 296 |
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 34 / 29 | $2,300 | 306 |
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 26 / 33 / 29 | $2,300 | 306 |
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
| 1.9 L 4-cyl · 4-speed automatic | Front-Wheel Drive | 22 / 32 / 26 | $2,600 | 342 |
| 1.8 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual | Front-Wheel Drive | 23 / 29 / 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 1992 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.
Where to next
1992 Ford Escort FAQ
How many recalls does the 1992 Ford Escort have?
NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns: 92V117000 (fuel system), 92V103000 (brake). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.
What are the most common 1992 Ford Escort problems?
Owners filed 162 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (36), Fuel system (36), Seat belts (28) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.
What mpg does the 1992 Ford Escort get?
EPA rates the 1.9 L 4-cyl · 5-speed manual version at 27 city, 36 highway and 30 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.
How does the 1992 Escort compare with other years?
Among the 1988–1997 Ford Escort model years at least five years old, the 1990 drew the fewest complaints (101) and the 1995 the most (576). The 1992 drew 162. 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.