1996 ford econoline electrical system repeatedly caused the van to break down. *kb the air conditioning compressor seized and the serpentine belt needed to be replaced. The ignition module was replaced. The tie rods needed to be replaced which failed while the consumer was driving. The cruise control stopped working and the ABS, air bag and engine lights illuminated.
1996 Ford Econoline: ABS light or ABS activating
9 of the 80 complaints about the 1996 Ford Econoline describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 9
- of this car's complaints
- 11%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 17 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
The ABS will not engage when braking during a emergency situation or a sudden stop. The vehicle has been to a repair shop on two separate occasions. The mechanic replaced the front pads and both front rotors and the problem continued.
Consumer states of having problems wit the ABS system. Dealer was contacted, the consumer also stated that the hcv/hyd control unit for the ABS failed and was replaced. The vehicle did not stop under hard bearing, the ABS warning light would come on/off. The consumer was told by ford that there was a recall #96vz14000. The consumer stated he owned another vehicle like this before and it also had problems-should have been recalled. *mr *sccb
Brakes wore out and were replaced every 4-6 months. The caliper was made of fiberglass and crumbled under the heat of braking causing the brake pads to wear prematurely. The consumer was having the front disk brakes and the caliper piston replaced with metal a metal kind, consumer has also had problems with the ABS.*yh
The problem starts when the van starts pulling right intermittently. The ABS light starts coming intermittently on and when it comes on the vehicle starts driving straight. The light goes out and it starts pulling again. When braking it pulls hard right. The hydraulic control unit has been replaced at least 4 times and will drive good for 5000 miles. It has failed again. After driving several miles you can feel the front right rotor is significantly hotter than the left.
The ABS system is performing poorly although the consumer holds foot on the brake pedal with steady pressure. Nlm
Dash board "ABS" light comes on and stays on intermittently. Since vehicle has low mileage but is out of warranty for time, ford motor company estimates $750.00 to repair however do not think that a component of this nature should fail at this low mileage since the vehicle is used in very light duty as evidenced by mileage shown since purchased in june 1996.
Abs light intermittently comes on/goes out. Consumer had vehicle inspected/repaired by an independent dealer, and the problem still occurs. Dealer/mfr. Not notified at this time.
Abs light comes on when driving and when you apply the brakes the pedal goes to the floor. Design is not working properly. Please describe details.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Some vehicles with rear brake drums may exhibit brake squeal noise
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- All vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must...
- 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
Related recalls
Parking brake: conventional
- What is wrong
- The parking brake systems may not hold the vehicles on a 20% grade with foot pedal efforts of 125 pounds or less. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
- Risk
- The vehicle may roll after being parked increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will adjust the parking brake system on the affected vehicles.
Recall number 96V214000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1996 Ford Econoline abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1996 Ford Econoline?
9 of 80 owner complaints about the 1996 Ford Econoline (11%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1996 Ford Econoline?
There is 1 recall and 17 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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