Four problems related to clutch have 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.
2001 Ford Escape 4cyl/standard. . . 64,000 miles pilot bearing in the clutch went. . . Unable to shift gears. . . Had to have complete clutch replaced. . .
Consumer states that the clutch slips and vibrates when engaging. Dealer notified. Nlm jlg.
The clutch pedal bracket assembly bent at 20,000 miles and was repaired. The bracket failed numerous times after initial failure. As a result the brake pedal to lock up, the clutch slipped, the cruise control switch broke and the clutch blew out.
Consumer states there is noise in the clutch, dealer replaced the clutch, but it is again making noise.