1996 Ford Escort brakes problems

11 complaints (5% of all complaints for this car). 1 crash reported.

owner complaints: 11
of this car's complaints: 5%
crashes: 1
recalls: 0

Which part fails

Foundation components: disc
5
Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
4
Foundation components
2
Foundation components: disc: rotor
1
Conventional
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Ford Escort brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1996 Ford Escort brakes

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

Brake failure 5

Related recalls

No recalls on record for this model year.

What 1996 Ford Escort owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 21, 1999 · Brakes, Fuel system · PA

Engine check light comes on, indicating brake failure and leaking fuel line. Light still on after brake cylinder repair.

Filed Dec 9, 1998 · Brakes, Steering · MD

Theere is a loud cracking noise coming from the steering gear. Also, consumer is having problem with brakes, and the vehicle has been in the shop two times. Dealer can't determine the problem.

Filed Jul 1, 1998 · Brakes · WV

The right and left front brake calipers malfunctioned, causing the rotors to be warped and the braking system to fail. Dealer replaced rotors, problem is still reoccurring. Dealer cannot determine problem. *ak

Filed Dec 30, 1997 · Brakes · CA

Front disc brakes lock up on sudden stops, resulting in fishtailing.

Filed Oct 22, 1997 · Brakes · AZ · crash

Brakes: intermittent brake loss, brakes failed when driving at 15mph and attempting to stop, and there were no brakes. Car has been in shop approximately five times. Last time a master cylinder was put in ,but the problem is still there.

Filed Oct 9, 1997 · Brakes · PA

Consumer has been experiencing brake problems. Vehicle has been to the dealer for repair 8 times/for replacement of the brake drum and the rotor on the right rear.

Filed Apr 10, 1997 · Body, Brakes · CA

Brake rotors failed.

Filed Jan 24, 1997 · Brakes · CA

Upon applying force to the brake pedal the brake pedal goes to the floor, brakes fade away, extended stopping distance. Consumer also states after pumping the brake pedal consumer noticed filling in the pedal. Consumer has contacted the dealer.

Filed Oct 16, 1996 · Brakes, Steering · PR

During vehicle operation a severe pull to the left is experienced. The rack and pinion, right front shocks, and the front brakes have been replaced as a result.

Filed Jul 18, 1996 · Brakes, Steering · MN

Brake failure, pedal went to the floor, loss of complete effectiveness. *ak wheel bearing failure. Cv joint failure. Steering wheel off center.

Questions about the 1996 Ford Escort brakes

Does the 1996 Ford Escort have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 11 complaints about the brakes of the 1996 Ford Escort, 5% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1996 Ford Escort brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1996 Ford Escort brakes?

There is no recall for this problem on this model year.

What year does the Ford Escort have bad brakes?

The Ford Escort model years with the most brakes complaints are 1997 (42 complaints), 1993 (36 complaints) and 1998 (35 complaints).