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1992 Ford Escort LX 4dr Sedan

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1992 Ford Escort – front Unverified
Photo: 1993 Ford Escort LX 5-dr front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
Photos show the second generation (North America) (1991–1996); trim, color, and model year may differ.
All photo credits
  1. Photo: 1993 Ford Escort LX 5-dr front left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  2. Photo: Ford Escort LX hatch front by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  3. Photo: 1994 Ford Escort LX wagon by IFCAR, Public domain, via Wikimedia Commons
  4. Photo: 1993 Ford Escort LX 5-dr rear left by Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0, via Wikimedia Commons
  5. Photo: 1992 Ford Escort LX 4-door sedan, rear 5.26.18 by Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0, via Wikimedia Commons

The 1992 Ford Escort LX 4dr Sedan is a 1.9-liter inline-4 sedan with a 5-speed manual and front-wheel drive. It starts at $10,170 MSRP and is rated at 26 mpg combined.

EPA fuel-economy estimates are 26 mpg city and 34 mpg highway (26 mpg combined).

The Escort measures 170.9 inches long on a 98.4-inch wheelbase and has a curb weight of 2,364 lb.

Spec Value
Vehicle
Body TypeSedan
PowertrainGas
Price
MSRP$10,170 ($23,558 *)
Engine
Engine Type1.9L inline-4, sequential fuel injected, naturally aspirated
Displacement1.9 L
Drivetrain
Drive TypeFront-Wheel Drive
Transmission
Transmission5-speed manual
Fuel Economy
City26 MPG
Highway34 MPG
Combined26 MPG
Recommended FuelRegular unleaded
Tank Capacity11 gal
Tires & Wheels
Wheels Front14 in
Wheels Rear14 in
Dimensions & Weight
Length170.9 in
Width66.7 in
Height52.7 in
Wheelbase98.4 in
Curb Weight2,364 lbs
Interior
Headroom Front38.4 in
Headroom Rear37.4 in
Legroom Front41.7 in
Legroom Rear34.6 in
Shoulder Room Front53 in
Shoulder Room Rear53.7 in
Hip Room Front50.4 in
Hip Room Rear50.4 in
* Amount adjusted for inflation to 2026 dollars

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Safety & Recalls

NCAP safety ratings

Overall Not rated
Frontal crash Not rated
Frontal – driver ★★★★★
Frontal – passenger ★★★★★
Side crash Not rated
Rollover Not rated
Tested variant: 1992 Ford Escort 2-DR.

Recalls

3 recalls on file with NHTSA for the 1992 Ford ESCORT. Not every recall applies to every trim or VIN — check yours at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Jun 2, 1994 · SUSPENSION:FRONT

THE OFFSET TOE ADJUSTING PIN CAN FRACTURE UNDER CONDITIONS SUCH AS TORSIONAL LOADS, FLEXING MOTION, IMPACT LOADS, AND OVERTORQUING.

Consequence: THIS CAN RESULT IN LOSS OF VEHICLE STEERING CONTROL ANDAN ACCIDENT.

Remedy: DANA WILL PAY FOR REPLACEMENT AND LABOR COSTS OF THE ADJUSTMENT PIN WITHOUT CHARGE TO THE INSTALLING FACILITY AND THE VEHICLE OWNER. THESE PINS SHOULD BE REPLACED BY A FORD ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT PIN ASSEMBLY. OWNER OR INSTALLER INQUIRIES CONCERNING THIS RECALL CAMPAIGN SHOULD CONTACT DANA SERVICE CENTER AT 1-800-248-9606.

NHTSA campaign 94E019000

Aug 19, 1992 · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

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.

NHTSA campaign 92V117000

Jul 13, 1992 · EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH

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.

NHTSA campaign 92V103000

170 owner complaints to NHTSA for the 1992 Ford ESCORT

Owner Complaints

170 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 1992 Ford ESCORT (8 mention a crash, 18 a fire, 6 an injury). See all on nhtsa.gov

Most-cited areas
Fuel System36
Gasoline35
Electrical System34
Seat Belts28
Vehicle Speed Control22
Engine And Engine Cooling16
A complaint can cite more than one area.
Most recent complaints
Jun 2, 2022 · Suspension, Exterior Lighting, Fuel/Propulsion System
“I have a very bad gas leak and have Always smelt fuel since I have owned the car, the front suspension is also affected and my rear lights are faulty”
Aug 14, 2009 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“TL*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…”
Jul 14, 2008 · Tires
“TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 1992 FORD ESCORT. THE VEHICLE HAS BIG O PRESTIGE RADIAL MAX TIRES, SIZE 175/70/R13 (NA). THE CONTACT NOTICED THAT THE SIDEWALLS ON THE FRONT TWO TIRES WERE CRACKING. BECAUSE THE…”
Oct 6, 2006 · Fuel System, Gasoline
“DT*: THE CONTACT STATED THE DAY THE VEHICLE WAS PURCHASED, THERE WAS A SMELL OF FUEL IN THE CABIN. AFTER DOING SOME RESEARCH ON THE NHTSA WEBSITE THE CONTACT BECAME AWARE OF A NHTSA RECALL #92V117000…”
Aug 11, 2006 · Exterior Lighting
“HEADLAMP LENS IS TURNING CLOUDY WITH AGE, REDUCING AMOUNT OF LIGHT ON ROAD.”

Complaints are unverified reports submitted to NHTSA by owners. They cover the whole model year, not a specific trim, and a count alone doesn't show how common a problem is.

Source: US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (nhtsa.gov), matched as 1992 FORD ESCORT. US-market vehicles only; data cached for up to 7 days.

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