When I drive, there is a loud almost like grinding noise. It started making that noise, four days after I bought it. As soon as I heard the noise, I immediately pulled off the road, called and had a flatbed come pick my vehicle up too take it back home. Iv replaced the front driver side cv axle. I took it on a short ride. It still makes that news. I've been trying too find any information I can, see if can figure out what's going on. I'm having no luck.
2002 Ford Escape: grinding or squealing brakes
16 of the 1,027 complaints about the 2002 Ford Escape describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 16
- of this car's complaints
- 2%
- typical mileage
- 85,000
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 8 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
Breaks make scrap sound like metal grinding and it's hard to break I almost have to push the breaks all the way down and you feel it in the peddle if you drive around 40 MPH and go to put on the breaks the scraping sound happens and sometimes the peddle try's to lock up.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that while stationary, the vehicle would not accelerate forward. The contact stated that upon depressing the accelerator pedal, the vehicle would not accelerate forward. The vehicle was pushed manually, in the neutral position, to an unknown place of business. Furthermore, the contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal there was a squealing and cracking noise. The wheel bearing and struts were faulty on the vehicle as stated by the contact. The steering wheel made a loud squeaking noise when turned left or right while driving various speeds in addition to the vehicle frame becoming severely rusted underneath. The dealer was not contacted about the failure. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
On august 26, 2014, I went to fair oaks ford lincoln dealership service in naperville, illinois for safety recall notice 14s02 / the federal safety agency recall 14v‑165 repairs, and I asked them to check an issue where when brakes are applied, there is a scraping/grinding noise, followed by a knocking noise, which can affect reliable stopping and the vehicle steering stability. Safety recall repairs were completed, then it was reported that the mechanic "pushed back" the vacuum plate cover for the rotor on the driver's side to resolve the scraping/grinding/knocking issue when applying the brakes. The issue with the braking action and subsequent noises and response of vehicle exhibited itself again by the second stoplight away from the fair oaks ford dealer location. Two days later, on august 28, 2014, I took my 2002 ford escape to gearhead auto sales & repair in glen ellyn, illinois for an inspection and repair cost estimate. On the lift, the issue was apparent to the mechanic at gearhead to be the right front axle being faulty, and he replaced the right front axle, with boots, clamps and grease. My issue is that the ford dealer mechanic inspected and repaired my vehicle for the ford safety recall notice 14s02 / the federal safety agency recall 14v‑165 in the same proximity on the passenger side of the vehicle when it was on the lift, but he failed to find and report the easily seen faulty right front axle problem the gearhead mechanic promptly reported to me. Instead, the ford representative falsely pointed to the driver's side front brake rotor vacuum plate being out of place as being the issue causing the scraping/grinding/knocking noise when applying the brakes. Is there any tie to the "corrosion-related separation" safety recall issue that LED to the faulty right front axle condition? Since my unemployment over the past 3 years, my ford escape has rarely been driven, and only in my local area.
I was driving my 2002 ford escape at 25 MPH on a suburban side street. Suddenly there was a loud clunk sound on the right front of the car with the front dropping and the car grinding to a stop. Inspection revealed the right front wheel was basically broken off with that side of the car sitting on the ground. Further inspection revealed that the lower front suspension a-frame pulled loose from the engine cradle due to rust on the crossmember.
To start off the idle control valve needed to be replaced because when you push the clutch in it dies and you loose all power , another is the bushing in the control arm slipped out of the arm mount so I had to replace it and another that just happened is the gas tank strap and support pan broke and plastic gas tank hit the ground on one end and the other is grinding on the drive shaft. And the ford dealership wont fix anything cause it ain't considered powertrain.
When I first start my vehicle and begin driving it, unless I reach 20 MPH before needing to brake, the brakes make a grinding noise and at first the pedal resists, then it gives way in, causing the brake to need to pressed down completely before the vehicle will come to a stop. Once I reach the 20 MPH or so, the ABS light comes on, and after that, the brakes work fine. I took it to my ford dealership, they reportedly did not find a problem with the brakes, but performed a recall on only the ABS light itself. This did nothing for the grinding resistance and failure of the brake pedal upon initially needing to stop, and still the ABS light pops on once I reach 20-25 MPH.
Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. The contact stated that a grinding noise emitted from the steering column while driving at various speeds. The contact also stated that the noise became more prevalent during hot weather. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they could not diagnose the failure. The contact was informed that the failure could be the result of a bearing issue. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 85,000. ..updated 09-17-12 *bf the consumer stated the noise did cease for a period of time. Updated 09/18/12
My car had a loud squeak and creak while driving that continually got louder over the past week... I took it to my mechanic and he discovered the sub frame assembly on the front passenger side has completely rotted away. This attaches to the control arm, and ford has no recall. He is a certified mechanic and says this part should never have rotted. He advised to check with ford for recall, however ford denies any recall with this part.. So no action from ford about a rotted frame! Vehicle is now unable to be driven due to safety concerns of control arm becoming unattached.
No events leading to this... It just started about 2 yrs ago summer of 08. Clunking noise in the front of car. Can be felt by the steering wheel (which also has the squeaking problem). Occurs only when the temperature outside is warm. Went to the ford dealer several times complaining of this... Never was able to recreate the problem. Finally had both left and right arm assembly link, bolt, hex for front suspension replaced june 09. On sept 09 noise returned and had everything tightened, lubed. Problem went away until again the weather warmed up then is now back worse than ever. Not only when turning the wheel but when driving straight.
Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford escape. While driving at any speed, the brakes grind when stopping the vehicle. The ABS warning indicator light also illuminates. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who stated that the vehicle needed two front axles and two ABS sensors. The manufacturer stated that the vehicle was not included in any recall. The current mileage is 55,600 and failure mileage was 55,400.
I own a 2002 ford escape with 42,600 miles. My problem that I am having is a spongy brake pedal at first, then pedal goes to the floor, and then you get a pulsating, grinding noise in the front brakes and also in the brake pedal. Rotors are new; brakes are in good condition, no brake fluid leaks. Brakes were bled with no change in problem. When the brake pedal is depressed it sounds like it is sucking air.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Excessive front rotor wear and/or brake dust
- Excessive brake pad/lining dust and wear
- Instrument panel brake lamp illumination and/or brake fluid leaking condition
- Brake squeal / engineering contract request
- Click on turns
- Park brake adjustment / contact request
- Some vehicles may exhibit a brake fluid leak from the master cylinder reservoir cap
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent high frequency brake squeal noise
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- Ford is recalling certain model year 2001-2002 escape vehicles manufactured from october 22, 1999, through july 19, 2002, equipped with a brake master cylinder reservoir cap that could leak brake fluid. If brake fluid leaks from the cap, it could come in contact with the antilock brake system (ABS) module wiring harness connector.
- Risk
- Corrosion can develop in the electrical connector leading to melting, smoke or a fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder reservoir cap and the ABS electrical system will be modified. An interim letter was mailed on january 20, 2012. Due to a parts delay, however, the remedy may not be available currently. If parts are not available, ford will instruct owners to park their vehicles outside until such time as parts become available. Owners may contact the ford motor company customer relationship center at 1‑866‑436‑7332. This recall campaign is related to 07v‑156.
Recall number 12V005000 · Recall details
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with antilock brakes (ABS), the ABS module connector may have missing or dislodged wire seals. This condition could allow contamination to enter the module connector, creating a potential for an electrical short.
- Risk
- An electrical short might cause an ABS malfunction that would illuminate the ABS warning light, and in some cases, the module may overheat resulting in burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition could occur either when the vehicle ignition switch is in the off position or while the vehicle is being operated.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the wire harness connector to the ABS module for missing or dislodged wire seals, and repair or replace the harness connector as appropriate. The dealer will also inspect the connector on the ABS module and replace it if it is found to be corroded or damaged. The recall began on april 23, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673.
Recall number 07V156000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2002 Ford Escape grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 2002 Ford Escape?
16 of 1,027 owner complaints about the 2002 Ford Escape (2%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 2020.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2002 Ford Escape?
There are 2 recalls and 8 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2002 Ford Escape
Stalling 226Fire or smoke 90ABS 89Ball joint 56Airbag light 46Loss of power 43Check engine light 37Power steering loss 34Brake failure 28Engine failure 26Transmission failure 26Adaptive cruise 25Sudden acceleration 17No deployment 16Door locks 15Jerking 12Won't start 9Knocking 8Headlights 8Hesitation 8Steering lock-up 8Harsh shifting 7Slipping 7Steering noise 6Won't shift 6Wipers 6Shudder 5Tire blowout 5
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