Model year guide

1999 Ford Escort

Recalls, most-reported problems, crash-test ratings, fuel economy and what a 1999 Ford Escort is worth — from official NHTSA and EPA data. 11 on record.

1999 Ford Escort — representative photo
Representative photo · via Wikimedia Commons

1999 Ford Escort at a glance

Safety recalls2
Owner complaints365
Combined25–28 mpg
Typical price$1,124

Free: that car's specs and build sheet, model-year recall campaigns and a fair price.

1999 Ford Escort recalls 2

Seat Belts:front NHTSA Campaign #04E048000 · 12/07/2004

CERTAIN TRW DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS MANUFACTURED ON DECEMBER 6 AND 9, 2002, FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1997 FORD ESCORT 4-DOOR AND STATION WAGON PLATFORM VEHICLES, FORD'S P/N F7CZ54611B09AAC. THE SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES EXHIBIT A NO-LOCK CONDITION WHICH DOES NOT COMPLY WITH FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 209, SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES.

Fix: TRW WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS WHO PURCHASED THE REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 27, 2004.

Power Train:manual Transmission:shift Pattern Indicator NHTSA Campaign #99V276000 · 12/10/1999

VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: PASSENGER VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE S/R OPTION. THE S/R OPTION INCLUDES, AMONG OTHER FEATURES, A 5-SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION. ON THESE VEHICLES, THE TRANSMISSION SHIFT PATTERN IS NOT DISPLAYED IN THE OCCUPANT COMPARTMENT IN VIEW OF THE DRIVER. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT."

Fix: OWNERS WILL BE PROVIDED WITH AN ADHESIVE BACKED PLAQUE CONTAINING THE SHIFT PATTERN, ALONG WITH MATERIALS AND INSTRUCTIONS FOR LOCATING AND AFFIXING THE PLAQUE TO THE VEHICLE CENTER CONSOLE, JUST FORWARD OF THE SHIFT LEVER. OWNERS WILL ALSO BE ADVISED THAT THEIR DEALER CAN AFFIX THE PLAQUE IF THEY…

Source: U.S. NHTSA. A campaign covers the model year; to see whether a particular car still needs the repair, check its VIN on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer.

1999 Ford Escort common problems

Owners have filed 365 complaints with NHTSA. These are the most-reported areas in a sample of the most recent — and what to check before you buy.

Air Bags
Confirm the airbag light turns on then off at startup — if it stays lit there's a fault (costly, and a safety risk). Check for signs of prior deployment.
Suspension
Listen for clunks over bumps, check the car sits level, and look for uneven tire wear and worn shocks or struts.
Engine
Listen for knocks or ticking, check for leaks and blue/white exhaust smoke, and make sure it doesn't overheat. No check-engine light should be on.
Power Train
Drive through every gear: watch for slipping, hard or delayed shifts, and shudder. Check for transmission/driveline leaks and noises.
Service Brakes
Brakes should feel firm and quiet — no grinding, pulsing or pulling. Check for an ABS light and uneven pad/rotor wear.
Structure
Inspect for rust, fresh undercoating, mismatched paint, uneven panel gaps and any sign of prior collision or frame repair.

1999 Ford Escort MPG & running costs

Combined25–28 mpg
City23 mpg
Highway33 mpg
Est. annual fuel cost$2,550

Source: U.S. EPA / DOE fueleconomy.gov. The EPA lists 2 versions of this model year; combined is shown as a range and the other figures are averages.

What's a 1999 Ford Escort worth?

Low
$600
Typical price
$1,124
High
$2,300

From 6 comparable 1999 Ford Escort listings.

Estimated 5-year cost to own

A rough guide to what running a 1999 Ford Escort costs over five years and 75,000 miles.

Fuel (5 yrs)$12,750
Fuel only$12,750
Per mile$0.17

How this is estimated: fuel is the U.S. EPA annual cost at 15,000 miles a year. There aren't enough comparable listings to estimate depreciation for this model, so it is left out. Not included: insurance, maintenance, repairs, taxes, registration and finance costs. Treat it as a comparison guide, not a quote.

1999 Ford Escort trims & engines on record

Trims
LX · SE · Cool/Hot
Engines
2.0L 4-cyl 110 hp · 2.0L 4-cyl 130 hp

1999 Ford Escort vehicles on record

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Other Ford Escort model years

2003 2002 2001 2000 1998 1997 1996 1995 1994 1993

1999 Ford Escort — frequently asked questions

Does the 1999 Ford Escort have any safety recalls?

NHTSA lists 2 recall campaigns for the 1999 Ford Escort. Whether an individual car still needs a recall repair depends on its VIN — check it on NHTSA.gov or ask a franchised dealer. Recall repairs are free.

What are the most common problems with the 1999 Ford Escort?

Owners have filed 365 complaints with NHTSA; in a sample of the most recent, the most-reported problem areas are air bags, suspension, engine.

What gas mileage does the 1999 Ford Escort get?

The 1999 Ford Escort has U.S. EPA estimates of 25–28 mpg combined, depending on engine and trim (2 versions).

How much is a 1999 Ford Escort worth?

Comparable 1999 Ford Escort listings run roughly $600–$2,300, typically around $1,124 (from 6 vehicles).

Sources: NHTSA (recalls, complaints, crash tests), U.S. EPA (fuel economy). Vehicle data only — CarLogs never shows owner information.