Does the 2001 Ford Escort have any recalls?

The 2001 Ford Escort has 1 recall on file with NHTSA, including issues with seat belts:front.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2001 Ford Escort?

85 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2001 Ford Escort.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2001 Ford Escort?

There are 27 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2001 Ford Escort.

2001 Ford Escort Service and Repair Manual

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The 2001 Ford Escort service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

SE Sedan 4-Door
ZX2 Coupe 2-Door

Engines covered

2.0L 1989CC 121Cu. In. l4 GAS SOHC Naturally Aspirated
2.0L 1989CC 121Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Naturally Aspirated

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2001 Ford Escort Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #04E04800012/07/2004Component: SEAT BELTS:FRONT

CERTAIN TRW DRIVER'S SIDE SEAT BELTS MANUFACTURED ON DECEMBER 6 AND 9, 2002, FOR USE AS REPLACEMENT EQUIPMENT FOR 1997 FORD ESCORT 4-DOOR AND STATION WAGON PLATFORM VEHICLES, FORD'

Consequence

IN THE EVENT OF A CRASH, THE RESTRAINT SYSTEM MAY NOT PROVIDE ADEQUATE PROTECTION TO THE S

Remedy

TRW WILL NOTIFY THE CUSTOMERS WHO PURCHASED THE REPLACEMENT SEAT BELT ASSEMBLIES FREE OF

TSB #10026389

FORD: CERTAIN 1999-2001 MODEL YEAR VEHICLES UP TO 6000 LB GVWR REGISTERED IN NEW YORK AND CERTAIN 2001 VEHICLES UP TO 6000 LB GVWR REGISTERED IN THE STATE OF MAINE, CERTIFIED FOR SALE IN CALIFORNIA-FEDERAL EMISSION WARRANTY REFUND. *PE

TSB #10019076

REPLACE TIMING BELT IDLER PULLEY DURING 2.0L ZETEC ENGINE CYLINDER HEAD REPLACEMENT - SERVICE TIP. *TT

TSB #10014086

GENERAL (PCM) POWER TRAIN CONTROL MODULE PROGRAMMING PROCEDURES. *TT

TSB #10014062

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT

TSB #10013116

MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL) ILLUMINATED - SYSTEM LEAN DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTC'S) - SERVICE TIPS. VARIOUS MODELS INCLUDING 2004 F-SERIES. *TT

TSB #10013060

CLIMATE CONTROL A/C SERVICE TECH TIPS. *EH

TSB #10011159

REAR WINDOW DEFROSTER GRID/INTEGRAL ANTENNA DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIR - TERMINAL TAB REPAIR. *TT

TSB #10009870

TRW VEHICLE SAFETY SYSTEMS, INC. IS RECALLING CERTAIN SERVICE REPLACEMENT SEATBELT RETRACTORS (DRIVER'S SIDE FRONT RETRACTOR IN GRAY) MANUFACTURED IN DECEMBER 2002 AND SOLD AS A SERVICE REPLACEMENT PART BETWEEN DECEMBER 2002 AND JULY 2004.

Showing the 8 most recent of 27 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20060520Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported2 injured

FRONT END COLLISION TOTALING FORD ESCORT ZX2 WITHOUT DEPLOYMENT OF AIR BAGS. *JB

20020822Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTALCrash reported1 injured

I HIT A GUARDRAIL GOING 55 MPH AND THEN PROCEEDED TO BE THROWN DOWN A HILL INTO A FIELD AND MY AIR BAGS DID NOT DEPLOY. I WAS CURIOUS AS TO WHY THIS HAPPENED--THANKS. *AK

20011228Component: STEERINGCrash reported1 injured

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH STEERING FAILED, VEHICLE HIT GUARDRAIL. *AK CONSUMER IS AWAITING FOR FORD INSPECTOR TO INSPECT VEHICLE, HOWEVER NO RESPONSE FROM HOME OFFICE AS OF YET, CONSUM

20011228Component: STEERING:RACK AND PINIONCrash reported1 injured

WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH STEERING FAILED, VEHICLE HIT GUARDRAIL. *AK CONSUMER IS AWAITING FOR FORD INSPECTOR TO INSPECT VEHICLE, HOWEVER NO RESPONSE FROM HOME OFFICE AS OF YET, CONSUM

Showing the 4 most serious of 85 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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