Ford Econoline brake failure problems

Filed Aug 26, 2002 · Brakes · NJ · crash

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.

Filed Nov 30, 2000 · Brakes · NY · crash

Was driving vehicle when another vehicle stopped short suddenly. Applied brakes (ABS) & brakes failed. Rearended other vehicles. Took vehicle to dealer & mechanic changed master cylinder, but it did not solve problem.*ak brake pedal goes to the floor when ABS are pumping.

Filed Nov 8, 2000 · Brakes · NE · crash · 1 injury

Abs brake failure. When applying brakes had extended stopping distance. Loss of effectiveness only on wet surface.

Filed Nov 5, 2000 · Brakes, Seat belts · FL · crash · 1 injury

Shortly after purchase brakes failed pedal went to floor on several occasions but were told by dealer there was nothing wrong was common for ABS brake pedal to go to floor when sitting at traffic light however they did play with pedal until it came up several trips to dealer never resolved problem yet when the vehicle was at dealer and complained about brakes , transmission,steering,outside right mirror and seat belt in mid right seat dealer found nothing wrong with anything but mirror which they replaced however two hours later another dealer said seat belt was defective and would order one a second dealer shortly thereafter replaced loose linkage in steering, and rebuilt transmission which had burnt overdrive and defective parts in lower range still no-one could find brake prblem until crash when deputy sheriff tested brake pedal 8 times putting pedal to floor ford motor co says the deputy was not qualified to perform such a test and will not accept the fact that there is and has been a problem that is intermittent brake failure apparently associated with the ABS as the mechanics stated the first time the vehicle was in with the complaint

Filed Oct 14, 2000 · Electrical · CA

Almost immeadiately after the expiration of warranty, the vehicle began to stall while driving in warm climates. The ford dealer had no solution and on one trip to las vegas (gaudin ford of vegas) replaced the main compurter at a cost of over $600 so we could get back to los angeles. Now I see in the headlines of the paper a class action suit against ford for vehicles doing the exact same thing we experienncing. When I called fords consumer line they said there was no recall at this time and not to bother calling them! This vehicle is dangerous as it stops running with out warning leaving no power steering, no brakes and loss of control at highway speeds. We need help with this problem as we are unable to use the vehicle as is and we refuse to pass this problem on to another person as ford has already done to us and others by selling their defective vehicles and not offering solutions to the problems their haphazard workmanship has created.

Filed Oct 14, 2000 · Electrical · 20,065 miles · CA

Almost immediately after the expiration of the warranty, the vehicle began to stall while driving in warm climates. The ford dealer had no solution an on one trip to las vegas (gaudin ford of vegas) replaced the main computer at a cost of over $600.00 so we could get back to los angeles. Now I see in the headlines of the paper a class action suit against ford for vehicles doing the exact same thing we are experiencing. When I called ford consumer line they said there was no recall at this time and not to bother calling them! This vehicle is dangerous as it stops running without warning leaving no power steering, no brakes and loss of control at highway speeds. We need help with this problem as we are unable to use the vehicle as is and we refuse to pass this problem on to another person as ford has already done to us and others by selling their defective vehicles and not offering solutions tot he problems their haphazard workmanship has created. *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut-over to artemis*734336

Filed Jul 17, 2000 · Brakes · MA

This vehicle has had multiple brake failures. Before the warranty ran out at 36k, the dealer replaced the front brakes two times. Since then I have had the pads replaced and/or rotors turned at least three times more. Now, only 2k miles after the last rotor replacement, the brakes are failing again - I.e., the steering wheel vibrates when the brakes are applied, particularly from speeds greater than 45 MPH.

Filed Jan 27, 2000 · Brakes · IL

4-wheel disc brakes failed to stop vehicle when the brakes were applied, causing extended stopping distance. Dealership indicated to owner brakes met required specifications after being bled. Owner felt master cylinder was not working properly for brakes. The brakes felt mushy when driven off lot.

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.