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1992 Ford Escort recalls

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026

For the 1992 Ford Escort. These apply to the model and year, not to one particular vehicle: check your VIN to see whether yours is included and whether it has been repaired.

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1992 Ford Escort recalls, newest first

June 2, 1994NHTSA 94E019000919 vehicles potentially affected

Suspension › Front

  • Aftermarket equipment: applies only if this part was installed
Summary
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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

August 19, 1992NHTSA 92V11700022,000 vehicles potentially affected

Fuel system, gasoline

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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

July 13, 1992NHTSA 92V10300043,000 vehicles potentially affected

Exterior lighting › Brake lights › Switch

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.

This recall on nhtsa.gov

Owner complaints

Owners have filed 162 complaints about the 1992 Ford Escort with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public; NHTSA uses them to decide what to investigate.

Crashes reported
7
Fires reported
17
Injuries reported
10
Deaths reported
1

Most complained-about components

  1. Fuel system40
  2. Gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly21
  3. Electrical system › Ignition › Switch18
  4. Service brakes18
  5. Seat belts14

Other Ford Escort years

Other 1992 Ford models

Most recalled 1992 vehicles

  1. 1992 Blue Bird TC2000 (15 recalls)
  2. 1992 Honda Civic (13 recalls)
  3. 1992 Honda Accord (12 recalls)
  4. 1992 Chevrolet Caprice (11 recalls)
  5. 1992 Thomas School Bus (10 recalls)
All of 1992’s most recalled vehicles

Questions

Does the 1992 Ford Escort have any recalls?
3 recalls found in NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026, covering: suspension, fuel system, gasoline, exterior lighting. Recalls apply to the model and year; whether a particular vehicle is included, and whether it has been repaired, depends on its VIN.
How do I check if my 1992 Ford Escort recall has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls, or ask a Ford dealer. Recall repairs are free. NHTSA's VIN search doesn't list recalls that were already repaired.
How many complaints have owners filed about the 1992 Ford Escort?
162 complaints filed with NHTSA. Complaints are unverified reports from the public that NHTSA uses to decide what to investigate.