2006 Ford Expedition: brake failure

Filed Apr 23, 2014 · Body, Engine · 116,000 miles · IL

Was driving down off ramp lost all power to the vehicle, no steering, no brakes. I had my 3 children in the vehicle with me and thankfully I was able to cost to the shoulder until help arrived. Extremely scary had it happen 2 minutes earlier would of been off the ramp and into oncoming traffic! This is unacceptable!! My mechanic says it's the fuel pump, and just the part is 500 dollars?!? This could of ended very badly and I have had nothing but issues with this piece of junk. The paint is peeling off, looks like no primer or sealer was used it literally is flaking off on the hood and rear gate right where you would put your hands to open it. In the manual in very small print it says the oil from your fingers may cause paint to corrode, are you kidding me??? Your not supposed to open your hood or tailgate??? Ridiculous!! This vehicle in my opinion is a lemon!!

Filed Dec 27, 2012 · Brakes, Engine · 106,500 miles · OH

Twice in last week, driving at slow speed and "engine fail safe mode" light comes on. Lost power, braking, and steering. Forced to put car in neutral while car was rolling to restart. Rolled right thru stop sign. Restarted fine, luckily. In second event, almost got hit when turning left across oncoming traffic! Started turn and couldn't stop turn due to loss of braking. Fortunately, first time I tried the restart in neutral and it worked, otherwise I would have been hit in second event or hit something since I couldn't steer.

Filed Apr 20, 2012 · Body, Brakes · 10,756 miles · PA

2006 ford expedition limited. Consumer writes in regards warranty repair dispute and driver's side power window being extremely slow in the closing operation *tgw the dealer lubed the window and stated there was no problem found. After complaining several times about the window, the dealer finally determined there was a problem. However, the consumer was informed the parts and labor were not covered under the extended warranty. The consumer stated the problem existed going back to dec 11, 2006 and the defect was not addressed or corrected while the vehicle was under the original factory warranty. The consumer stated he should not be responsible for repairs that were callously overlooked and ignored by the dealer. Also, the lower radiator support to the body mount was severely rusted and showed signs of actual material failure. The consumer stated the condition can and will evolve into the root cause of both mechanical and safety related failures. The major body and front frame support failing under driving conditions could lead to engine failure, and loss of control of the vehicle. The most serious safety concern, was the front brake lines which were showing signs of serious rust. The dealer informed the consumer the lines could only be replaced under warranty if there were signs of leakage. The consumer stated corrosion in the form of rust would compromise the integrity of the steel brake lines, allowing brake fluid to leak out resulting in a total loss of braking power. The left rear door would not open from the inside, the driver's front door had to be slammed in order for it to close properly, the front axle drive pinion was leaking and had to be replaced.

Filed Sep 22, 2010 · Brakes · 66,710 miles · TX

Tl* the contact owns a 2006 ford expedition. The contact was traveling 35 MPH when the brakes on the vehicle failed. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, and the contact was advised that the brake lines had rusted through. The manufacturer stated that corrosion damage to the vehicle is what caused the brake failure. The contact has filed a complaint with the manufacturer. The contact feels that the corrosion should not be a factor because they do not live in a snow environment. The failure mileage 66710 and the current mileage 68000.

Filed Jul 7, 2010 · Brakes · 46,000 miles · PA

I have a 2006 ford expedition and my wife almost lost control and hit a car when the brakes went to the floor. The vehicle has had "spongy brakes" since I bought it and had it to the dealer twice. There is a tsb to replace the front caliper/rotor and pads and ford did this but it still feels spongy and is now leaking fluid. This has been an issue on many expeditions and should have been a recall rather than a tsb. This is an incredibly dangerous situation when the brakes fail. I know I have had instances where I literally need to stand on the brakes to get the vehicle to stop.

Filed Dec 15, 2007 · Engine · 18,000 miles · CA

I purchased a 2006 ford expedition in april of '06, beginning in november of '06 my engine began stalling. The consequences included loss of braking power, freezing of steering, vehicle slowing with no control. I brought this to my dealers attention on numerous occasions as the problem has continued throughout 2007. I am very concerned of the potential for accidents and injuries.

Filed Jan 28, 2007 · Brakes · 13,000 miles · VA · crash · 2 injuries

Brakes failed in panic situation on dry road. Brakes grabbed and then completely let go when antilock system took over. There was no surge in the pedal as it went completely to the floor. My road speed was 35 MPH when I hit the brakes and I would say their was at least 100ft between mine and the stopped vehicle in front of me. I thought of swerving to miss it but was sure I would at least slow enough to only bump the vec. In front of me. The guy I hit said he heard a chirp and a couple seconds later got hit. There where no skid marks that I know of. Their was 21000 dollars damage to the front of my 2006 expidition.