I have a 2001 Ford Escape, and the screen in the CD player has gone out. I REALLY want to get a new stereo, but I want to buy one that fits the ENTIRE space were the player sits. I think it is a Double Din player, but I am not sure. Any suggestions on what stereo to buy? I also hope to get a stereo that doesn't need a special mounting bracket.

if you go to crutchfield.com they have a section where you entermake and model and they will tell you whcih radio's will fit in your vehicle

they also sell adaptors that fill the space and make an opening that accepts a standard head unit.

Our Ford Escape did the same thing, Can you say RECALL

Go to www.FixYourRadio.com (http://www.FixYourRadio.com). This guy is pretty dialed in on these radios and gives you several options for repair.