Ford Excursion brake failure problems

Filed Oct 5, 2018 · Brakes · PA

2004 ford excursion. Consumer writes in regard to brake failure from ruptured brake line. *as

Filed Aug 15, 2012 · Brakes · 76,745 miles · MS

Tl* the contact owns a 2004 ford excursion. The contact stated that while driving approximately 5 MPH he depressed the brake pedal but the brakes failed to respond. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who diagnosed that one of the brake lines was corroded and had a hole rusted through. As a result, the brake line needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 76,745.

Filed Mar 15, 2012 · Brakes, Engine · CA

Was traveling approximately 65mph on the freeway merging onto another freeway when the truck suddenly stalled. There were no brakes, no steering, and the truck would not restart. We had four children with us, three of them small and in car seats. We had to transfer the children into a tow truck with moving traffic on both sides of us. It was a very dangerous situation, that could have resulted in a major accident causing major trauma or death. Ficm is good, we are still trying to figure out the problem, but could possibly be the high pressure oil pump. This 6.0l diesel engine should be recalled and fixed by ford. This issue has been addressed with pick-ups and vans, but not the excursion.

Filed Jul 14, 2010 · Brakes, Fuel system · 85,000 miles · NJ

I own a 2002 excursion. Never in water or an accident.85,000 miles only serviced by ford,lincoln dealerships. Lost 'brakes'. Brakes went to the floor. It turns out all the brake fluid lines (not the hoses) and the fuel line is 'rotted' out. Called ford, case#[xxx] . Declined to do anything because vehicle out of 6 year warranty. Dealership said 'this never should have happened'. We need help, cost of replacing all close to $2000.I am the original owner. Can you help? We have a 2001 ford van, 175,000 miles. All the lines are like brand new. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Apr 14, 2010 · Brakes · 73,855 miles · NY

Emergency/parking brake assembly rear brake backing plate metal failure, brakes not working. Brake shoe pins pulled through the backing plate that hold the brakes in place due to the failure of the metal... The ford service mgr., and the ford factory rep. Said since the warranty is over, there is noting that can be done. The ford parts counter person stated ford factory came out with a revised and stronger metal rear brake backing plate since the original backing plates were installed in excursions, explorer SUV, and all of the pick up trucks. Pleas look into this severe safety failure of brakes. There soled be a recall for brake failure. I have the original parts to confirm my claim..

Filed Feb 17, 2010 · Brakes · 92,000 miles · IL

2000 ford excursion with less than 100,000 miles, well maintained and original owner. Brakes failed when rear brake line burst on the frame rail while applying the brakes to slow, this was not a panic stop which would induce a high pressure in the line. I was able to make a safe stop and was perplexed by this failure. There was no early warning of this failure and in fact the vehicle was at the dealer two days prior for oil change and new batteries and no mention of low brake fluid or leak in the brake system. After consulting with local repair facilities they state this is a known problem, I do not believe a vehicle that is properly maintained should have a sudden and catastrophic brake line failure that is only 10 years old and I'm sure there must be accidents related to similar vehicles.

Filed Jan 2, 2010 · Brakes · 44,285 miles · NY

I seem to be having a braking problem with my 2002 ford excursion. I have had to replace brake pads and rotors on a number of instances. It seem to be caused by the brake caliper slide brackets which prevent the proper caliper travel when activated. This was a complaint I have addressed since my purchase of the vehicle. The problem gives the vehicle an uneven brake activation, which causes poor handling while braking. The dealer say that it is not a warranty issue. The dealer has replaced 2 calipers, but each time I'm expected to pay for pads and rotors. I'm an ex garage owner, and ex-nys vehicle inspection licensed mechanic. I have on 5-6 instances replaced pads and rotors due to this problem with the caliper slide system. Each of these times, after pulling the brakes apart, and cleaning all surfaces, and lubing the sliders before reinstalling, after witch all parts worked as designed. This only seem to get you to another 2000 to 3000 miles before it is required again. In most cases costing me another set of brake pads, and also at least one new rotor. This situation has been severe on 2 occasions, while 30 miles or more from home, each time, the caliper stuck, and ground into the rotor. As I drove the vehicle, the brake pad pulled from its proper location, and fell out, leaving me with no brakes at all. This was on the rear of the vehicle. I had to be towed. I think this brake system needs to be reviewed, and don't think a brake system should need to be addressed with every 2000 miles or so.

Filed Nov 17, 2009 · Brakes · 20,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2001 ford excursion. While driving, the brakes failed at least eight times. The dealer informed the contact that the brakes were operating normally. The dealer also stated that the could run a diagnostic test for $85; yet, the contact declined the test. The failure mileage was 20,000 and the current mileage was 254,000.

Filed Mar 16, 2009 · Electrical · 42,000 miles · ME

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford excursion. The contact heard noises coming from the vehicle. While driving 65 MPH, the vehicle stalled in the middle of the road. The failure occurred without warning and the vehicle could not be restarted. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. The power steering and brakes failed to operate. The dealer speculated that the fuel injection control module (ficm) wire harness may need to be replaced. The repair would cost between $3,000 to $4,000 and is not covered under the warranty or the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring). The failure mileage was 42,000.

Filed Jan 24, 2008 · Engine · 41,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 2005 ford excursion. Occasionally, the vehicle shuts off and does not restart. In november of 2007, while driving approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle shut off and the steering and brakes failed. The dealer replaced the high volume oil pressure pump and the vehicle began operating normally. The manufacturer stated that the VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring) and could not provide reimbursement. The current mileage was 43,000 and failure mileage was 41,000.