1992 Ford Escort Fuel system Problems
- Complaints
- 37about this part
- Share
- 23%of 162 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 131,000miles
- Trend
- FallingComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are at least 25% lower than in the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 37 complaints about the fuel system of the 1992 Ford Escort, 23% of the 162 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 131,000 miles. 1 a fire, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Gasoline leaks from top of gas tank when filled. There is a recall (NHTSA# 92v-117, Ford # 92s54 ) I contacted the dealer and they had no record of recall, and told me it was to old to check. I then called Ford's customer service dept, and was told the recall had been closed.”
NHTSA complaint #10143393, filed 2005-11, 74,838 miles“The consumer noticed fuel leakage from the tank. The dealer diagnosed a hole in the tank. The tank had leaked again. The consumer contacted the manufacturer who advised her that the v.I.n. Was not included in the related recall 92v117000. Ts after the purchase of the vehicle, a suspension bar was needed, and within the first year, the ignition switch was replaced. The consumer was advised to keep the fuel at half full. Scc”
NHTSA complaint #10001934, filed 2003-01, 39,000 miles“Recall 92v117000 concerning fuel pump failure. Anytime the consumer gets into the vehicle there is a strong odor of gasoline. Consumer is not sure if her vehicle is included in the recall.”
NHTSA complaint #10050201, filed 2003-12, 136,000 miles“Unibody has rubbed a hole in the fuel tank, car has never been in an accident, I feel like this is due to a flaw in the design, gas has been leaking on the exhaust pipe. I was told by a mechanic that this should be reported. I will also contact the Ford motor co. And the consumer protection agency. I feel there was a great potential for injury or death”
NHTSA complaint #711198, filed 2000-04“The contact owns a 1992 Ford Escort. After filling up the vehicle with fuel, the contact drove to his residence and parked. One hour later, he noticed a small puddle of gasoline on the garage floor. He stated that the leak was coming from the fuel line or fuel tube. The vehicle has not been inspected by a dealer. Through research, the contact found NHTSA campaign id number 92v117000, NHTSA action number ea92012 (fuel system, gasoline). The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the recall. …”
NHTSA complaint #10280421, filed 2009-08, 131,000 milesRelated recalls
- 92V117000Aug 19, 1992Fatigue 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.Covers: Ford Escort 1991–1992, Mercury Tracer 1991
Fuel system: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2001 | 2 | 3% |
| 2000 | 2 | 2% |
| 1999 | 13 | 4% |
| 1998 | 22 | 6% |
| 1997 | 16 | 3% |
| 1996 | 11 | 5% |
| 1995 | 140 | 24% |
| 1994 | 8 | 3% |
| 1993 | 49 | 13% |
| 1992 | 37 | 23% |
| 1991 | 61 | 19% |
| 1990 | 9 | 9% |
| 1989 | 12 | 8% |
| 1988 | 9 | 6% |
| 1987 | 2 | 4% |
| 1986 | 1 | 2% |
| 1985 | 4 | 15% |
| 1984 | 1 | 5% |
| 1983 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1992 Ford Escort
36 complaintsSeat belts
28 complaintsVehicle speed control
22 complaintsEngine cooling
15 complaintsBrakes
12 complaintsExterior lighting
8 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
8 complaintsOther or unknown
7 complaintsSuspension
7 complaintsSteering
4 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
4 complaintsTires
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1992 Ford Escort
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology