1994 Ford Econoline brakes problems

29 complaints (23% of all complaints for this car). 2 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 29
of this car's complaints: 23%
crashes: 2
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
17
Foundation components: disc: rotor
4
Foundation components
4
Foundation components: disc: pads
2
Foundation components: disc
2
Pedals and linkages
1
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
1
Foundation components: drum: drum
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Ford Econoline brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Ford Econoline brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 13 Brake failure 6

Related recalls

Parking brake: conventionalReported November 23, 1993 · 106 vehicles affected

What is wrong: These vehicles do not comply with fmvss 105, "hydraulic brake systems." the parking brake application force for a foot operated control system should not exceed 125 pounds to hold the vehicle on a 30% grade. Interference between the parking brake pedal and a wire harness may increase the needed pedal force to greater than 125 pounds to set the parking brake to hold the vehicle on the 30% grade.
Risk: The interference between the foot pedal and the wireharness may not allow the parking brake to fully set. If this occurs when thevehicle is parked on an incline, it may roll, causing a crash.
Remedy: Final stage manufacturers will be informed of this condition and provided with parts and instructions necessary to correct this situation.

Recall number 93V194000 · Recall details

What 1994 Ford Econoline owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Aug 12, 2004 · Brakes, Steering · 40,000 miles · PA

Steering column: anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time. Transmission: transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.

Filed Aug 13, 2002 · Brakes · MI

Abs light had come on, and the will stay on for a while before turning off. Contacted dealer.

Filed Sep 24, 2001 · Brakes · MA

When applying brakes they will shudder, and pulsate. Replaced rotors because they were warped. Vehicle was having brake problems again. This time consumer could smell something burning underneath vehicle. Replaced calipers. Consumer took vehicle in several times for brakes within warranty period,and problem still was not remedied. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated nothing could be done.

Filed Aug 30, 2001 · Brakes · VA

Abs warning light comes on during operation, no set pattern. I have had the vehicle serviced numerous times since it was new, each time it is ok for a short period of time, then the situation continues. I have spoken to several ford service managers, had the vehicle serviced last at magic city ford where several parts was replaced in an attemp to solve the problem. To this day the problem still exist. This is a very serious problem in that you can never tell if the ABS system is really failing or if this is a false alarm. Any assistance will be appreciated.

Filed May 15, 2000 · Brakes · CA

While driving about 45 MPH and when applying brakes pedal, brakes started making noise, like metal to metal grinding.

Filed Apr 21, 2000 · Acceleration, Airbags · KS

Filed Feb 1, 2000 · Brakes · CA

Failed ABS,diagnostic code c1206.

Filed Jan 22, 2000 · Brakes, Suspension · OH

Vehicle was taken in for service due to brake failure & noticed the ball joints were loose.

Filed Oct 12, 1999 · Brakes, Electrical · CA

This van would be considered a lemon if all of this happened within two years. First the door lock fell out, then the rearview mirror fell off, then the wrong fuse size had been installed and the the car could not started and all electrical systems failed. This all happened in the first year of ownership. After that all the ball joints had to be replaces the following year. After that the brakes failed due to too light a duty brake being installed on a conversion van. In 1998 the transmission started to go out, it has not completely gone out yet. It shudders on light to moderate acceleration. The dealer says it is probably the thrust converter. In june 1999 the fuel pump went out. The dealer said that it had been improperly installed at the factory because of corrosion. The car pump went out on a two lane 6% grade going down hill causing the power steering and brakes to practically fail do to no power. The courtesy lights have now failed and we are unable to turn any of them on. We are worried about an electrical fire due to the short. We want ford to offer to pay for fixing these items. There are many service bulletins regarding all of these things.

Filed Mar 1, 1999 · Brakes · IN

Abs brakes fail to work. Every time brakes are applied they do not grab. Have taken vehicle to dealer & informed the computer chip is defective and needs to be replaced.

Questions about the 1994 Ford Econoline brakes

Does the 1994 Ford Econoline have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 29 complaints about the brakes of the 1994 Ford Econoline, 23% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1994 Ford Econoline brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Ford Econoline brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 93V194000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford Econoline have bad brakes?

The Ford Econoline model years with the most brakes complaints are 1994 (29 complaints), 1995 (28 complaints) and 1996 (20 complaints).