One problem related to brake squeaking noise has been reported for the 2001 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2001 Escape.
The brakes make squeaking noise all the time. It gets louder when applying your foot on the brakes. Brake powder blackens the rims of the tires. Service department states this is completely normal.