While driving was unable to slow down, vehicle was stopped when it hit a barn. Had no brakes. Just had brakes checked and everything was fine. Contacted dealer.
1995 Ford Econoline: brake failure
6 of the 72 complaints about the 1995 Ford Econoline describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 8%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 14 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
- 19992
- 19973
- 19962
- 19956
- 19946
- 19931
- 19924
- 19903
What owners say
Abs brake failure. When applying brakes had extended stopping distance. Loss of effectiveness only on wet surface.
When brakes are applied the pedal goes to the floor and becomes soft, resulting in extended stopping distance. The dealer and manufacturer have been notified.
Abs brakes failed intermittently. Also ABS light came on/off. Dealer also replaced front brake pads due to uneven/severe wear.
Abs brake failure, when applying brakes had extended stopping distance , loss of effectiveness only on wet surface.
Brake failure.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- On some vehicles repeat repairs may be made to 4-WHEEL anti-lock braking systems (4WABS) due to...
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip
Related recalls
Parking brake: conventional: mechanical: linkage and cable
- What is wrong
- The parking brake front cables were built longer than appropriate that reduces the performance of the parking brake in certain circumstances, and fails to fully comply with all the requirements of fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
- Risk
- Consequence of non-compliance: the effectiveness of the parking brake system on a severe grade may be diminished.
- Remedy
- Dealers will repair the parking brake system on the affected vehicles.
Recall number 95V058000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1995 Ford Econoline brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1995 Ford Econoline?
6 of 72 owner complaints about the 1995 Ford Econoline (8%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1995 Ford Econoline?
There is 1 recall and 14 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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