Have had to replace radius arm brackets twice already since we have owned this vehicle in the past 3 yrs and the bushings are squeaking again so I am sure the brackets are cracked again. This is getting rediculous and I would like to know why these crack so easily and need replaced so much.
1991 Ford Explorer: grinding or squealing brakes
6 of the 608 complaints about the 1991 Ford Explorer describe grinding or squealing brakes.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 1%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Grinding or squealing brakes by model year
What owners say
Brakes are grinding loudly, pedal feels spongy when applying brakes. Dealer replaced front and rear pads/ calipers/ drums, and rotors. When making turns grinding became worse. Brakes were wearing out far sooner than normal.
When traveling on highway at 65 MPH and upon exiting the highway when coming to a graudal stop, consumer noticed rear of vehicle shaking. Also, a grinding noise. Consumer proceeded traveling at 15 MPH when the right rear axle separated from the vehicle. Contacted the dealer. Dealer indicated that horse clip broke into several pieces, causing axle to separate. Horse clip replaced. A couple weeks later when traveling, the same axle once again detached from vehicle.
Brake failed three times in less than 31,511 miles. Brakes grind. Tt
Equipped with rear ABS; unknown location of failure of brake system with extent of vibration and grinding. Please describe details. Tt
Man-tran: faulty transmission gear oil plugs causes gear oil to leak into transmission; grinds gear/bearings; freezes up. Tt
Service bulletins that may apply
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- A comprehensive pull and drift diagnostic procedure has been developed to assist technicians with vehicle...
- A grabbing and/or sticking condition during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or...
- Concerns with rear brake grab during the first few brake applications when the brakes are cold or in the...
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because...
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic
- What is wrong
- The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location.
- Risk
- If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. The master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.
Recall number 96V024001 · Recall details
Questions about the 1991 Ford Explorer grinding brakes
Is grinding or squealing brakes a common problem on the 1991 Ford Explorer?
6 of 608 owner complaints about the 1991 Ford Explorer (1%) mention grinding or squealing brakes. The model year with the most reports is 2002.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 Ford Explorer?
There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1991 Ford Explorer
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