Two problems related to engine belts and pulleys have been reported for the 2001 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Escort based on all problems reported for the 2001 Escort.
Consumer complained about engine attachment problem. The tension tightner which held the serpentine belt fell off, and the engine shut off.
Consumer complained about a stalling problem. When applying the brakes at a stop sign or red light vehicle shimmied, and then stalled. When trying to accelerate vehicle shook.