1999 Ford Explorer brakes problems

Filed Jan 5, 2021 · Acceleration, Brakes · NV

They fix the cable for speed control deactivation switch and is said they should check ABS module and fix as necessary they never did just switch cable that's all

Filed Aug 29, 2010 · Brakes, Suspension · 113,850 miles · NH

Hi,I'm not sure if this is the correct site for me to be writing but I bought a 1999 ford explorer from a dealer in new boston on or around 7/23/2010 it had 113,027 miles on it, I was told it was fully inspected with no issues and they put a safety inspection sticker on it. On 8/13/2010 I droped said ford off at auto fair ford in manchester, n.h. To have the vehicle checked out with appr. 113850 miles on it and they found multiple safety failures and violations such as bad bad ball joints, emergency brake was inoperable, brake line leaks and worn brakes that could not have past inspection amoung other safety inspection issues. It ended up costing me about $2700.00for mostly safety repairs.how can a safety inspector issue a safety sticker with these problems? Do I have any kind of recourse and if so to whom or to what agency could I contact? Thank you for any and all help [xxx] information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).

Filed Nov 7, 2007 · Acceleration, Brakes · NY

1999 ford explorer with recall parts not available. Consumer states that the dealer told him the recall parts would not be available until january 2008. Dealer did not disconnect the cruise control and told the consumer it was not a big deal. *kb the consumer had some brake work done and he soon discovered the caliper mounting bracket bolts were loose and one of the bolts was missing.

Filed May 1, 2007 · Brakes, Tires · 82,185 miles · IL

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford explorer. While driving 25 MPH on a sunny day heard and felt a bump. She observed from the rearview mirror that there was a tire in the road and realized it was the emergency spare tire. There was a broken bolt found with the tire in the street. The consumer stated the bolt, cable, and suspension mechanism was apparently rusty and worn. The number of cylinders were unavailable. The failure was 82,185 ,and the current mileage is 82,189. *ak the consumer provided the repair invoice. The dealer stated replaced front and rear brakes, rotors and serviced caliper. The dealer also replaced the spare tire. Updated 05/23/07

Filed Nov 18, 2006 · Brakes · 107,349 miles · PA

99 ford explorer, 1. No brakes, 2. Brake line wore through down by the metal power steering pump pipes. 3 had it towed to the garage.

Filed May 3, 2006 · Brakes · 135,000 miles · NM

Brake fluid level drop in reservoir corresponding to brake pad wear, will result in air entering brake system and resulting in loss of brake pedal efficiency, prior to fluid level in reservoir reaching the min. Level when vehicle is on level ground. Fluid was flushed/bled but anti-lock light remains on and brake efficiency is noticeably deteriorated.

Filed Dec 22, 2005 · Brakes · 55,000 miles · NJ

1998 ford explorer brakes failed when trying to apply in traffic. *ts the consumer was informed the brake line was corroded. The mechanic stated the brake line was not made with the proper materials.

Filed Dec 12, 2005 · Brakes · 100,000 miles · MD · fire

Dt: the contact stated while driving vehicle caught on fire. The fire started in the brake reservoir. The driver was able to pull the vehicle off the road before it became engulfed in flames. The vehicle was deemed a total loss. No police or fire department was contacted.

Filed Oct 20, 2005 · Airbags, Brakes · CA

Dt: noticed problems with vehicle on september 1, 2002. There was an electrical problem because the light for the air bags was always on. The windshield wipers turned on and off by themselves. This happened so often that it could cause an accident. Took vehicle to the mechanic for the brakes because they were making noise, and had to pump the brakes in order to get the vehicle to stop. *ak the driver's side power door lock does not lock. The rear passenger side door cannot be opened from the inside.

Filed Aug 5, 2005 · Brakes, Transmission · 65,000 miles · VA

Normal, light usage (11,000mi/y); scheduled maintenances performed. 1. Rear axle seal(s) leaking. 2. Front pinion gear seal leaking. 3. Parking brake flooded with fluid from 1 or 2, not sure. 4. Evaporative unit for AC defective, needs replacement. 5. Lcd for clock/audio system defective. 6. Rear window wiper motor failed twice. ------- manufacturer admits not usual wear/tear, but won't cover any portion of approx. $2000.00+ repair cost, nor even provide "loaner".