Three problems related to engine belts and pulleys 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.
My son was going down the road about 60 miles an hour when a big deer came out in front of him. He jammed on his brakes skidding but still hit the deer totaling the car. Not one of the airbags came out. He went forward hitting his upper body and face on the steering wheel. He had his seat belt on. The police were called to the accident. He was taken to the hospital by friends. He turned black and blue and still is hurting. The car was just inspected the end of October. I fill Ford and the manufacturer should be held liable. That the car should be replaced because of the airbags not working causing injury. I'm without a car.
Consumer called complaining about having problems with the detention pulley coming out while driving at 40 mph. Also, steering locked up. Manufacturer was contacted, and stated that they will pay for the repairs on the vehicle.
Pulley dropped while driving. Repairs were made. Feel free to provide any further information.