Brake Light On problems of the 2002 Ford Escape

Eight problems related to brake light on 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.

1 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 01/23/2021

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated the vehicle failed to start. The brake warning light was illuminated. The contact noticed that there was water in the fuse box. The contact called friendly Ford (2800 n telegraph rd, monroe, mi 48162, (734) 243-6000) however, the vehicle was not diagnosed nor repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 195,002.

2 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 03/27/2012

Brakes are like hitting a brick sometimes don't stop you have to pump. And it feels like its pushing back . Brake light is on. Called Ford about recall on brake abs and they say we don;t know when we will have the part park the CA. This is dangerous I have only one vehicle and have to drive to get to work. Is there no alternative? what else can be done Ford gets away with so much!!! will Ford reimburse for a rental until this is fixed??.

3 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 01/12/2012

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the vehicle was included in the recall associated with NHTSA campaign id number 12v005000 (service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module). An authorized dealer and the manufacturer were notified and the contact was informed that the parts necessary to remedy the failure were not available. The contact also stated that the brakes shuttered whenever they were applied and the anti lock brake light was illuminated. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was 134,000.

4 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 07/29/2011

The contact owns 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated while driving 35 mph the brake warning light illuminated on the instrument panel and the contact smelled something burning. The contact drove the vehicle to a local mechanic who stated the wires that were connected to the brakes master cylinder had melted. The mechanic also informed the contact of NHTSA recall number 07e023000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:master cylinder) and the contact called the manufacturer. The manufacturer informed the contact that the VIN was not included in the recall. The contact stated this was a manufacturers defect that could have resulted in a crash. The failure mileage was 124,000.

5 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 03/10/2011

Abs light came on as did the brake service light. Found a recall notice and called Ford. They stated my vehicel was not part of the notice and it did not matter if my vehicle had the identical issues with the abs module. They basically said they would do nothing unless a new recall notice was issued for the same problem from others whose vehicles were not included in the first recall! never again Ford. Never.

6 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 01/24/2011

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. The contact stated that the brakes failed while he was driving 15 mph. The brake light illuminated at the time of the failure. The contact had the emergency brake service six months prior to the failure but the abs light illuminated the day before the failure. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who replaced the master cylinder and brake booster. The VIN was unavailable. The current and failure mileages were 103,689.

7 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 08/15/2009

Abs light came on as I was parking to have dinner and an hour later upon returning I noticed smoke coming from the engine on the drivers side from under the hood. . . Smelled wires or electrical type burning smell and had to disconnect the battery from the terminal to stop further damage. . . It was a wiring housing attached close to the abs module. . . I looked on the internet and found this to be a recall on over 446460 vehicles and description matched mine exactly. . . I have pictures to verify this claim. . . Upon further review of the other 4 recalls im experiencing the following numbers: 04s2s NHTSA:04v574000/ 04c09 NHTSA: 04v602000//NHTSA: 07e023000 which is thru cardone industries so im contacting them. . . . My vehicle was diagnosed when brake red brake light came on and was low brake fluid but no hydraulic leaks. . But showing fluid to be on reservoir and master cylinder. . . 2002 Ford Escape v6 engine. . . . The only eligible recall im listed for is NHTSA: 04v165000 pcm recalibrating. . . All other recalls im not eligible for all state under defect consequences as may result in vehicle crash or fire which I've just encountered and the tailgate one states may open when a crash occurs. . . Im concerned and wondering why my vehicle wasn't included in those recalls. . . .

8 Brake Light On problem

Failure Date: 12/17/2006

The contact owns a 2002 Ford Escape. While driving 35 mph, the vehicle's brake warning light illuminated. When the brake pedal was depressed, it went down to the floorboard. The brake pedal had to be depressed approximately three or four times before the vehicle would stop. The road conditions were clear. The mechanic stated that the vehicle needed a new master cylinder, power brake boost, and a power brake check valve. The mechanic performed the repairs, but approximately three months later, the failures recurred. The mechanic stated that the vehicle needed another power brake booster. The vehicle was repaired and no other failures have occurred. The current mileage is 73,300 and failure mileages were 68,800.




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