Two problems related to brake disc have been reported for the 2002 Ford Escape. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2002 Ford Escape based on all problems reported for the 2002 Escape.
Excessive brake rotor wear: after 34,600 miles, the rotors are 70% worn according to the dimensions given by the dealer. The dealer claims this is normal even though he understands that the brakes will be worn out before 50,000 miles.
When applying the brakes a loud grinding noise was heard.