Brakes make a knocking noise when braking and turning.
1999 Ford Escort brakes complaints
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Brakes work intermittently. Consumer was travelng 40mph when someone turned in front of consumer, he slammed on brakes, but there were none. 2 different dealers have stated to bring vehicle in when problem first accurs.
Consumer is having constant problems with the brakes. There is no noise. But in order for vehicle to stop, pedal must be pushed all the way to the floor. Automobile has been taken to the dealer on four different occasions. Dealer has not been able to find a remedy to the problem. This is causing consumer fear of driving, and could result in a serious accident.
Vehicle experienced ABS failure resulting in extened stopping distance which caused and accident. Nlm
Abs brakes failed in dry, sunny weather in school zone at 3 pm when kids were coming out of school. Could not turn vehicle onto sidewalk because of children and hit stopped vehicle despite a 200 ft stopping distance at 25 MPH. Abs brakes did not slow vehicle at all. Ford claims no ABS brake defect. Car returned from ford dealer's collision body shop after 3 months. Car now stops but likely has undiagnosed ABS brake defect. Ford refuses to provide a letter stating that car is safe to drive. Car is likely hazard to family drivers and the public. Please help me.
Loud squealing sound made whenever brakes were applied, and a clicking would commence from the brake pedal. Vehicle been to three different dealers, and problem still goes unresolved.
While approaching a red light brake pedal was applied, and it went straight to the floor, consumer had it checked out, and found that the brakes lines had exploded, and all the fluid was lost. Dealer has been contacted.
The tape deck eats tapes and radio gets very warm and makes cliking noise.
While traveling approximately 35mph brake calipers would start to rub against the brake pads, causing the brake pads to wear out excessively. It would sound like metal to metal grinding noise. Will be taking vehicle to dealership to have it checked out.
When the brake pedal is applied it goes straight to the floor, and the vehicle will not stop, it slows to a stop. Dealer has been contacted.
Brakes failure at intersection. Pedal went to floor with no resistance, and crash occurred.
While driving at 45 MPH downshifted to second gear and was making a right, lost control of vehicle. Consumer had no brakes/no powersteering, and vehicle went across on the other side of the road about 137 feet and end up on the passenger's side.
When applying ABS brakes on dry pavement pedal went the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision. Please give any further details.
Brake drum failed, causing noise.
Brakes noisy due to grove (hole) in drums.
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