2002 Ford ZX2 (escort) Problems
- Complaints
- 12filed with NHTSA
- Median mileage
- 46,436miles, 8 complaints with mileage
- Recalls
- 0campaigns on record
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Sources: NHTSA records for the 2002 Ford ZX2 (escort) (complaints, recalls, investigations). Report an error
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 2002 Ford ZX2 (escort). The part named most often is transmission and drivetrain, with 5 complaints (42% of the total), followed by engine cooling (3) and fuel system (2). 8 of the complaints include a mileage, and 50% of those were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the median is 46,436 miles. Of all complaints, 1 involved a crash, 3 an injury, according to the filers. NHTSA lists 0 recall campaigns and 4 technical service bulletins for this model year. Transmission and drivetrain complaints overlap with 1 technical service bulletin filed under the same part.
This model year has fewer than 25 complaints on record, so the numbers below can change a lot with a few new reports.
Which parts are reported most
Complaints can name more than one part, so the counts add up to more than the total. Select a part to see its complaints, recalls and bulletins.
- Engine cooling3 25%
- Fuel system2 17%
- Air bags1 8.3%
- Seat belts1 8.3%
- Seats1 8.3%
- Body and structure1 8.3%
Example complaints
Transmission and drivetrain: “We bought a new 2002 zx2, one month after we had it the transmission started slipping. Now the transmission won't shift into 3rd or 4th. We were told we need to rebuild ours.”
NHTSA complaint #10322930, filed 2010-03, 115,000 milesEngine cooling: “Car stalls when coasting or braking and coming to stop. Car also stalls when on freeway in high traffic areas. Car has been taken in 5 separate times for same problem without any resolution. Ford attempted to replace the oxygen sensor, and the emergency fuel sensor. This problem started when the car only had 2400 miles on it and has continued now, when it has been over 2 years and now has 24000 miles on it.”
NHTSA complaint #10100093, filed 2004-11, 2,400 milesFuel system: “Car intermittently stalls on acceleration (approx 17 times) has stalled on highway at 60mph,will not restart for approx 15-60 minutes after stall. Car is covered under Ford extended warranty purchased at time of sale. Car was taken back to orig dealer mullinax Ford east twice, both times advised was repaired but car stalled w/I days/hours of repair. …”
NHTSA complaint #10102472, filed 2004-12, 38,472 milesAir bags: “I was involved (along w/ passenger) in a hit and run accident. The driver of the other car turned right. When I saw that the car had successfully turned I accelerated to 45-50 MPH. When I came upon the road, which the car had turned, the other car did a complete u turn and came out onto the main road going the oposite direction. I tried to stop but it was too late. I hit the back passanger door on the driver's side. My car came to a complete hault. When I struck the other car, the air bags did not deploy. Unfortunately, my car was totaled. …”
NHTSA complaint #10129792, filed 2005-07Mileage when problems were reported
50% of the 8 complaints with a mileage were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles; the middle half falls between 35,000 and 79,350 miles.
Complaints by year filed
Fewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
Recalls and investigations
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for the 2002 Ford ZX2 (escort) in the data used here. A recall can apply to some vehicles of a model year and not others, so check a specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Technical service bulletins
TSBs are manufacturer notes to dealers about known repair procedures. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault. 4 on record; the latest 4 are shown.
- 10014086Dec 13, 2004Transmission and drivetrain. General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
- 10014062Dec 13, 2004Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
- 10013116Sep 6, 2004Electrical system. Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. Various models including 2004 f-series.
- 10011159Aug 9, 2004Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
Other model years of the Ford ZX2 (escort)
| Year | Complaints | Median mi | Recalls | Crash ★ | MPG | Score (50 = typical) | Trend |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 6 | 6,045 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2002 | 12 | 46,436 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 2001 | 18 | 65,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 2000 | 7 | 68,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
| 1999 | 15 | 91,000 | 0 | — | — | — | Stable |
| 1998 | 8 | 98,341 | 0 | — | — | — | Not enough data |
All Ford ZX2 (escort) model years
Frequently asked questions
How many NHTSA complaints does the 2002 Ford ZX2 (escort) have?
NHTSA recorded 12 consumer complaints for the 2002 Ford ZX2 (escort) as of Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
What part of the 2002 Ford ZX2 (escort) is reported most often?
Transmission and drivetrain is named most often, in 5 complaints (42% of the total), followed by engine cooling with 3.
Has the 2002 Ford ZX2 (escort) been recalled?
NHTSA lists no recall campaigns for this model year in the data used here. To check a specific vehicle, enter its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
At what mileage are problems with the 2002 Ford ZX2 (escort) reported?
Among the 8 complaints that include a mileage, the median is 46,436 miles and the middle half falls between 35,000 and 79,350 miles; 50% were filed for vehicles with under 50,000 miles.
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
Complaint counts come from NHTSA’s public complaint database; we count each complaint once. The source records for this vehicle are on nhtsa.gov. Scores and trends are our own summaries of that data, described in the methodology. This page is not legal, safety or repair advice: for a specific vehicle, check its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and ask a qualified mechanic. See an error? Tell us.