The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 22V150000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that the brake warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that while driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake waring light illuminated and the brake seized. The contact allowed the vehicle to cruise towards the side of the road while depressing the brake pedal to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was towed from the scene. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 62,000. VIN tool confirms parts not available.
2016 Ford Expedition brakes complaints
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While driving, brake pedal suddenly went straight to the floor with no resistance and no braking. Took to Ford and found that brake master cylinder had failed catastrophically, just like F-series trucks which have been recalled. Vacuum booster was full of brake fluid and master cylinder empty. Incurred $1062.62 in repair costs and could have had deadly consequences if it hadn’t occurred in a parking lot at low speed. There were no warning indicators activated. Repair done by AutoNation Ford inTorrance, CA, and I have the parts in my possession. Insurance and law enforcement were not involved.
Low brake fluid light comes on then brake pedal go's to the floor. Brake fluid level checks low. After refilling brake fluid it doe's the same thing. Find no sign of any brake fluid leak.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while his wife was driving approximately 25 mph, the brake warning light illuminated, and the low brake fluid message was displayed on the instrument panel. Due to the failure, the brake pedal depressed to the floorboard while his wife was attempting to stop the vehicle. The driver called her husband to the scene who was able to carefully drive the vehicle back to their residence. Upon inspection, the contact discovered a leak from the brake master cylinder which had flowed into the brake booster which he believed caused the failure. The dealer was contacted about the failure and the contact was informed that the part to repair the vehicle was not available. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 96,000.
On June 30, 2021, while driving in a parking lot, "low brake fluid" warning lite came on then brake pedal went to floor. Brake fluid was added at scene but problem repeated it self. Car was towed to shop and diagnosed as master cylinder failure with brake fluid in booster. The parts were replaced and problem was solved. There is approx. 51000 miles on vehicle. Fortunately, this occurred at low speed in a church parking lot. I can't imagine what would have happened on the hiway at speed! Defective parts are available for inspection.
Low brake fluid light came on. I pulled off road to think, but since it said "low" brake fluid and not "empty" brake fluid, and since I was already on my way to the dealer for an oil change, I decided to proceed. When ready to go again, brake pedal went all of the way to the floor. Mechanic says the brake fluid is leaking into the power booster. His research found same problem with 2016 F150's that used the same part but was recalled, but Expedition's were not recalled. Required tow truck to take to Ford dealer 1-1/2 hrs from my home. Should have already been a recall or a warning that something could happen since Ford has already experienced this with the F150's.
Brake fluid level light came on. Stopped at Autozone, added fluid, drove 2 miles to Walmart brakes get soft, barely got home and reservoir was empty again. No visible leaks on the ground. Vehicle only has 60K miles on it and this could have been catastrophic and deadly if we needed to stop quickly. Research shows that the federal safety agency issued a recall for this problem on the 2016 F150. The Expedition is essentially the same vehicle chassis, with a different body. The chassis components are the same. Reason and logic therefore would conclude that the recall be extended the the Expedition , as well as any other shared chassis vehicles.
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that after starting the vehicle and depressing the brake pedal, the braking system malfunctioned and the brake pedal extended to the floor. Upon inspection, it was discovered that there was no brake fluid in the brake reservoir. After refilling the brake fluid reservoir, approximately 30 minutes later the brake fluid had leaked from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer who diagnosed that the brake master cylinder and brake booster were faulty and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not yet repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Low brake fluid warning, partial brake failure, similar to brake issue with f150 for which recall was issued--same parts used in expedition. Vehicle was stationary when warning first appeared. I refilled flued reservoir. Drove vehicle about 2 miles then parked. Restarted and reservoir had emptied, warning sign appeared, no fluid leakage visible under hood or on ground.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford expedition. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 30 MPH, the brakes became spongy with an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after driving an additional four miles, and attempting to pull into a parking space, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floor. After pumping the brake pedal several times, the vehicle stopped with an unknown warning light illuminated. Roadside assistance arrived and the tow truck driver stated that there was no brake fluid inside the brake master cylinder. The vehicle was towed to galpin ford (15505 roscoe blvd, van nuys, ca 91343, (818) 787-3800) and the contact was informed that the brake master cylinder and the brake booster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and filed a case. The approximate failure mileage was 37,222.
While driving the vehicle at approx 35 MPH on a city street. The brakes were lightly applied upon approaching a traffic light. The pedal, without any warning, went straight to the floor with no resistance and then the brake warning light came on. Pumping the brakes allowed the vehicle to slowly decelerate but, pedal travel consistently went full throw. A visual inspection showed an empty fluid reservoir and no indication of an external leak. The break down shows the master cylinder failed and was diverting the brake fluid into the boost assembly. The vehicle has 56,511 miles on it.
While driving on a city street, my brake pedal lost resistance and went to the floor. I discovered that the brake fluid reservoir was empty. I was able to get the vehicle to a local dealership because the back brakes were functioning. I discovered that this was a common occurrence for the 2016 ford f150 (that has been recalled because of the master brake cylinder) and was becoming a common occurrence the 2016 ford expedition. It seems that both model share the same part. The local ford dealer diagnosed the problem and replaced the master brake cylinder and booster assemblies. The repair was delayed about a week because the "recalled" master brake cylinder model was ordered in error and the new model would take a few days to get in. I found that to be a strange comment when there is not information related to a recall for the 2016 ford expedition.
I was driving and my low brake fluid light came on and my brake pedal went to the floor. Took it to my mechanic and my master cylinder is cracked
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford expedition. The contact stated that while stopped at a stop sign, the low brake fluid level warning light illuminated. The contact stated that while driving at 65 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard failing to effectively slow the vehicle to a stop. The contact shifted the vehicle into neutral to slow the vehicle. The contact stopped the vehicle and shifted into reverse and the vehicle independently accelerated. The contact depressed the brake pedal and shifted the vehicle into park. The contact stated that her husband added two bottles of brake fluid to the reservoir and stated that there were no leak was visible. The contact stated the failure persisted. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic to be diagnosed. The contact was informed that the brake master cylinder and brake booster needed to be replaced. A dealer was not contacted. The vehicle was not repaired. The contact associated the failure with the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v332000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was unknown.
Brake master cylinder leaking into brake booster rendering the vehicle brakes useless. Note that this is happening on the 2016 f-150 trucks as well and the 2 vehicles share the same parts for the brake system. The incident occurred while driving back to the office and noticed that it was taking a long stroke of the pedal to apply the brakes. Upon arrival back at the office the reservoir was inspected and there was little to no fluid left, and no visible leaks.
Received notification of low brake fluid. Shortly after, the vehicle would had trouble stopping and was nearly in an accident. Drove to local shop to have fluid added and look for leaks. No leaks found, fluid topped off, seemed to be fine. Within minutes, same 'low brake fluid' message appeared. Soon after, no brakes again. Again, nearly an accident. Searched online, saw the same problem happening to others and that there is a recall on the 2014-2016 f-150 that shares the same platform and is built in the same factory (the federal safety agency campaign number: 20v‑332. Ford's reference number for this recall is 20s31). Ford will not assist with the repair since it is at an outside shop.
Master cylinder failed completely while stopped. Brake pedal dropped to the floor with no back pressure. Brake fluid had drained into the brake booster. Same problem as the recalled f150! Rear brakes were ruined presumably to front master cylinder failing silently.
While driving vehicle I had to come to a stop at a red light I pressed brake pedal and it went to the floor. I had no service brake available and went through red light and narrowly avoided hitting a car that had right of way. I rolled to a stop. The driver of the other vehicle was so upset that he drove around and threatened me with physical violence when he proceeded to beat me with a stick of some sort. I was able to diffuse the situation when I explained to him that I had a complete brake failure. I had a friend tow the vehicle on a trailer to my house where I refilled the reservoir. I inspected the vehicle and their was no evidence of leaking fluid anywhere on vehicle or ground. I checked vehicle again after a about 8 hours and reservoir had emptied down to below the low level. I added the remaining amount of fluid which put the reservoir at line just below the full line. At this point I stopped looking for leaks. I was preparing to call a tow truck to take it to mechanic when I heard about a safety recall for the ford f-150 brake safety recall the federal safety agency number 20v‑332 and ford recall number 20s31. I implore you to issue a recall for the 2016 ford expedition. It is a matter of life and death.
Going home when vehicle was moving, I noticed brakes were progressively getting worse. Each braking event required 25% more travel then previous brake application. Made it home safely within 3 miles. No brake fluid once I parked vehicle. Drove slow and used the brake very little during the trip. Thankfully, I was not going fast and realized something was not right and was able to mostly cost home. Later that day, the vehicle was towed to ford dealer. After they inspected, they reported to me the master cylinder leaked the brake fluid into the brake booster. Repair quote was for $1500 for new master cylinder and brake booster.*dt
Braking ability went to 0% while driving; accompanied by a "brake fluid is low" dashboard indicator light (dashboard lamp became lit after braking applied ). When brakes were applied there was 0% available to slow/stop the vehicle (in heavy traffic). Driver was able to avoid a crowded intersection and a red light to my vehicle traffic direction (red light to me) by applying the parking brake and a survivable distance between me and the traffic in my 4 (traveling in an easterly direction) lanes. Upon turning onto a residential street near my home, I was able to creep (<5mph) home. I added dot 4 brake fluid (from a newly opened bottle) and filled the master cylinder to just below the "max" line on the reservoir. In the morning you couldn't gauge my shock, when to my surprise the master cylinder was completely empty and devoid of any brake fluid. Not only that! But there was no evidence of leakage on the ground. I have a painted driveway and there was no forensic evidence of any kind of vehicle fluid leaks. I was aghast! I have several of my neighbors come over as they saw me attending to my vehicle. We all had flashlights and were scouring the vehicle looking for any evidence of brake fluid. There simply was none! I had my vehicle towed to my ford dealer and awaited a diagnosis. Turns out it was a faulty master cylinder in combination with a brake booster that drinks brake fluid when it can get it. Together they are a potentially lethal combination not to mention a costly pair to repair. If there ever was a reason for a recall it would be to remedy this liability waiting to happen onto ford motor company. I simply cannot fathom why no action has been taken and hence the reason I am complaining. I seek to get some satisfaction from fomoco on this issue before someone of their trusting, buying public becomes a tragedy of this simple fix. It is unconscionable! Act now!
While driving the low break fluid warning came on and the break pedal went to the floor. There is no sign of a leak even though the break reservoir was empty. After filling it back up and checking for leaks, it emptied again. After more research, this is a common issue without a recall. Someone is going to get killed from this.
My vehicles brakes went out while driving. Fortunately I was pulling into my driveway, which is on a hill, and able to come to a stop and apply the emergency brake. After coming to a stop I checked the brake fluid and it was empty. There were no signs of any leaks. I refilled the brake fluid and the next morning was empty again. I checked again to find no sign of brake fluid leaks. I had to have my vehicle towed to gosch ford temecula for them to look into the issue.
I was traveling away from home and was towing my boat (about 4k weight). No performance issues or warning lights on the trip thus far. When leaving the hotel we stayed in, I pressed the brake to put the truck in gear. The brake pedal went straight to the floor. All the way down. The low brake fluid light came on and the brake warning light was illuminated too. The fluid reservoir, topped off a week before, was completely empty, yet no fluid was on the ground. Got the truck towed to a ford dealer. Needed a new master cylinder and brake booster, saying that the seal between those 2 parts failed and the fluid quickly transferred from the previously sealed master cylinder into the brake booster. Doing a bit of research, I see a the federal safety agency recall on f-150s that have the same master cylinder and booster. I also see an investigation underway for '15 and '16 f150s for brake failure. And I see story upon story of expedition owners on the expedition forum describing the same critical, potentially catastrophic failure. I'm grateful the truck was stopped when it failed. I truly feel I would not be here describing the situation to you if it had failed on the highway, on a boat ramp, or even in a city. It's remarkable to me that possibly a $2.00 seal (part) could have cost me my life, or those also in the truck. It's unacceptable to allow trucks to remain on the road with a cheap part that can fail that easily, likely causing death or significant injury to self and those you run into. Ford can do better. The federal safety agency can do better. Let's get this recalled before others die unnecessarily.
Issue with braking system. Warning light turned on indicating low brake fluid, and within mile, the brake pedal hit the floor. Vehicle was in motion on a city street, and the brake failure was immediate. Was very fortunate I was on an uncrowded city street and was able to roll into a grocery store parking lot without incident. No leaking identified anywhere near the master cylinder or brakes.
Vehicle was in motion on the freeway nearing speeds of 65mph when the break light came on and indicated low break fluid (prior to the alert my breaking system was functioning normal) my breaks completely gave out, and I depressed the break petal as far as it could go only slightly slowing my vehicle and relied on my parking break to come to a complete stop. After towing it to an official ford repair shop, the diagnostic showed a failed master cylinder, which leaked break fluid into the break booster causing the whole system to suddenly fail putting my three year old sons life in danger as well as mine
The check brake light turned on. The brake fluid reservoir was empty. Refilled and drained immediately with no visible leaks from system. Pedal could be pressed to floor without activating brakes. Mechanic determined that master cylinder was defective and leaking into booster.
Master cylinder and booster total failure. Thankfully this happened in my driveway before heading out to dinner. Brake pedal traveled all the way to floor. Master cylinder reservoir totally empty. No signs of any leaks or fluid on the ground. Had it towed to ford dealership for repair thinking it would be covered by the ford cpo power train warranty. Service advisor said this is the first time in 15 years he has seen a master cylinder fail on an expedition. I agree with other owners this sounds very similar to the issue ford had with the 2013-2014 ym f-150 pick up trucks with the 3.5l ecoboost engine.
Tl* the contact owns a 2016 ford expedition. While driving 40 MPH and making a turn, the brake pedal was depressed and traveled to the floorboard. The contact could not stop the vehicle. When the contact pumped the brake pedal, the vehicle stopped. Also, the brake fluid warning indicator illumined. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact called a ford customer service line and was informed that the brake cylinder was fractured and was leaking brake fluid. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and provided a case number. The dealer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 50,450. *bf
Brake fluid warning light came on while taking daughter to school, stopped at gas station to check. Was almost completely empty. No visible sign of leaks in engine compartment, under vehicle or on wheels/tires. Refilled. Warning light came on mile later. Stopped at another gas station, almost completely empty again. Bought more fluid, refilled and attempted to drive home. About a mile later warning light appeared again. Once home, brake fluid level was empty again. Looked on-line and noticed there was a recall on 2015 f-150 trucks for the exact same issue (master cylinder failure, leaking fluid to brake booster). Refilled then attempted to drive to dealership. Stopped once to refill after warning light came on again. Got to dealership and as pulling into service bay brake pedal had no pressure, went to floor and vehicle would not stop. Luckily, was just rolling slow and was able to but vehicle in park to stop. Very dangerous if this had occurred on street! Ford dealership confirmed suspicion, master cylinder leaking in brake booster. Same issue as 2015 f150 recall, but there is no recall for 2016 ford expeditions even though they use the same drivetrain? Vehicle out of warranty so had to pay out of pocket.
Catastrophic brake failure during normal operation on a city street I was able to safely stop due to a low fluid light but by the time I was at a safe place to stop the brakes had almost completely failed. I had to be towed to dealer. Was told the master cylinder, brake booster, valve assembly, and vacuum brake sensor all needed to be replaced because the mc was leaking into the brake booster causing them to fail. This is the exact issue that the 2013-2014 f150s (very similar platform) had a recall for. Https://media.ford.com/content/fordmedia/fna/us/en/news/2016/05/25/ford-motor-company-issues-one-safety-recall-and-one-safety-compl.html service tech stated the mc had likely been leaking for some time to cause the failure. I had the vehicle in for routine maintenance at the dealer which included a full brake inspection which was given a clean bill of health less than one month prior to this failure.
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