One problem related to brake fluid has 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.
Brake "idiot" light on dashboard lit. . Out of brake fluid. . Dealer stated defective brake fluid reservoir cap - replaced - questioned why it was out of fluid when the fluids were supposed to have been "checked and topped off" at last oil change 3k miles previously - (I had also reported grinding brakes noise at that oil change which I was told was just due to excessive brake dust buildup. . ).