Abs sensor light stayed on. Dealer stated oil leaked onto the sensor. There was no solution, and ABS system disengaged.
2002 Ford Explorer brakes complaints
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While driving, the vehicle's ABS light would come on intermittently. The consumer had come in contact with the dealership. *ak the first time the ABS light had come there was no unusual effect. The second time the ABS light had come, there was a difference in being able to brake smoothly. The third occasion occurred at the light when there were no other vehicles. The vehicle finally stopped and the consumer was able to drive home. *scc
Fax follow-up ltr fm landy johnson iii (ca) submission of 20 copies of complaints filed w/the federal safety agency re brake problems w/the 2002 ford explorer; reply to pasadena dist ofc.*mr the consumer experienced problem with the brakes. The consumer returned the vehicle to the dealer. *ts
2002 ford explorer xls 4wd. At 33,000 miles ABS sensor warning light came on & rear ABS unit was replaced. Since then the ABS unit has failed ever 2,500 to 8,000 miles. I now have 87,000 miles on vehicle.
Anti-lock brake light comes on and you lose anti-lock brakes. The brake pedal pushes to floor was repaired 4 times already. In addition, the airbag is not operating, 2002 ford explorer xls.
Consumer stated when depressing the brakes brake pedal traveled to the floorboard, causing vehicle to vibrate.
Braking failure. Soft pedal. Entire vehicle appears to be under braked. Multiple ABS systems failure. Rear wheel lock up and drag. Water entering connector for ABS wheel sensor at differential. Water entering differential. Complete denial by ford motor company situation has potential for injury. Cavalier and arrogant attitude of ford motor company customer service center. Actually told me not to write them any more about the problem. Dealer has done all it can and continues to replace parts. Dealer agrees ford has something to hide. Dealer confirms a very high failure rate specific to wet climates and the pacific northwest. The only good news dealers in the area stock large quantities of replacement parts.
Abs system is defective on 2002 explorers. Abs light came on many many times within a 1 year span since I bought the vehicle new. Took the vehicle to the dealer 3 times and they stated the fault was from the rear speed sensor assembly and replaced it every time. *ak other problems encounter include hose disconnect on rear washer (repaired by dearler), cracked third brake light (replaced by dealer), defective rear view mirror (3 incidents, eventually replaced it myself with an aftermarket part), rear seat belt would not stay buckled (assembly replaced by dealer), climate control leak to lower even if set to upper vent (design flaw, dealer stated this was normal), stereo will intermittently not turn on (cannot get dealer to verify), brake petal location relative to accelarator petal causes undue strain on leg, floor vent expells hot air directly at calf, fit and finish is horrible on a $30k+ vehicle! I have no confidence in ford's product or there service network. I can safely say this will be the last ford I will ever buy.
Repeated failure of ABS system on 2002 ford explorer. Abs has been repaired 5 times since january 2002. Latest failure included water in rear differential with no know reason. Failure of ABS has been rear sensor cable and once a computer module. Latest date shown.
Nar 06/19/2003. *mr there is a reccurring problem with the brakes on the consumers 2002 ford explorer. The series of incidents occurred nov 2, 2002, feb, 2003, may 5, 2003, and the last time was may 17, 2003 to date. It is evident to the consumer that there is an consistent problem and needs to be fixed. The dealership can't seem to find the source of the problem. Please do further investigations. *cb the consumer stated when he applied the brakes t he vehicle accelerated and continued to move forward
Consumer took vehicle in to the dealer for regular maintenance, and and dealer indicated rotors were warped. Consumer indicated that vehicle was no longer under warranty, so he had to pay for this. Vehicle only had 18,000 miles.
1. Engine stalls erratically when under acceleration ie: when entering freeway, etc. Ford acknowledges the problem, states does not know how to fix it. 2. Brake failure in stop and go traffic. Vehicles currently has less than 10,000 miles on them. Both have same problems.
Letter from landy johnson, iii (ca) concerning brake system failure. Consumer requested a full refund. *jb......
While pulling into parking space (right) in parking garage my explorer experienced a sudden accleration-at full throttle (snapping the steering wheel to the right) (extremely loud revving, whining and another sound like a bad belt screech all at the same time) before the crash. No brakes (pedal went to the floor). Crashed into steel I-beam bending it and cracking concrete pillars. No airbag on impact.
While pulling into parking space (right) in parking garage my explorer experienced a sudden accleration-at full throttle (snapping the steering wheel to the right) (extremely loud revving, whining and another sound like a bad belt screech all at the same time) before the crash. No brakes (pedal went to the floor). Crashed into steel I-beam bending it and cracking concrete pillars. No airbag on impact.
Brake pedal fades and goes clear down to floorboard while stopped at a stop light or stop sign. Problem is getting worse. I have taken to dealer 5 times and last time the service manager told me this is normal. He said that some others (not all)do the same thing. Mine started this at about 28,000 miles. I currently have 35400 miles on vehicle. Ts
Excessive problems with transmission jerking, and shifting problems, purchased vehicle as brand new after 4 months contacted dealer where care was purchased regarding problem. Brought vehicle in at least twice before problem was found.the transmission was replaced has since had the same problem along with other problems, vehicle stalling while driving, cd player power shuts off. Rattling when hitting brakes. Filed a complaint dealer refuses to buy car back ask me to trade car in with more money down. The dealer repair persons confirmed that they have had replaced at least 10 transmissions on the same style vehicle prior to my visit and recognized a pattern. But nothing has been done!!
The consumer stated that the brakes failed.
Consumer states that when trying to apply the brakes they will simultaneously hit the accelerator pedal and it will be hard for the consumer to control the vehicle. Dealer notified. Mr
Brakes failed!!. The brake pedal moved over and on top of the gas pedal. The pressure from the brake pedal caused the explorer to move on it own, towards a group of people in the dallas convention center parking lot.s. I pressed on the brakes, fast and hard, and then the explorer stopped. Moreover, the explorer picked up speed until I stepped on the brakes. The 2002 explorer was repaired under warranty by prestige ford in garland texas . I asked a reason for the brake to fail in a new explorer. I stated that my family are afraid for lives and no longer want the SUV. Rick baker at pasadena ford offered safety inspection, I in turn took to SUV in for an safety inspection, now safe .per ford , I also stated my family I are afraid of explorer, and want other explorer drivers warned before lives are lost. Pasadena ford dealer, brad wilson said that he will submit my complaint to fords motors corp. And mail a copy to me. To date not a no copy of the letter, or remibursment for out of pocket expense. The trip caused extreme financial hardship unable to pay leaseing company. To the leasing company is taking the explorer for none payment. Please help. I mailed the federal safety agency a certified letter aug.28, 2002, no response to as oct. 14, 2002 mr
The brakes failed and the vehicle started moving on its own. Consumer pressed on the brakes fast and it was hard to stop vehicle. When consumer checked the brakes, it was noticed that the brake pedal moved over on top of the accelerator pedal. The pressure form the brake pedal caused the vehicle to move on its own. The brake lights remained on and in turn damaged the battery. Consumer would like for ford to buy back the vehicle.
Car was on a family trip when ABS light came on for no reason. Dealership can not get the light back on. Car was started in the morning and air bag light flashed and then stayed on and the dealership said it was due to a short. Day after it was in the shop for the air bag light the car would not start. Would not turn over. It will be in the shop again. For the third time in 6 months.
Vehicle would intermittently have extended stopping distance. Brake would squeal ,and pedal would be soft when applied. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.
While approaching an intersection applied brakes and pedal went all the way to the floor. Vehicle ran on a curb and hit a fire hydrant. Dealership was aware of problem.
While driving calipers are not catching onto brakes, making it hard for consumer to stop. Dealer notified.
Vehicle experiences periods of stalling at low speeds. Applying brakes there is a loss of brakes and steering. No prior warning before stalling. Existing problem 5 times, taken into the delaer. *ak dealer replaced fuel pump, main control valve body, transmission oil pan, idle air control valve and programmed PCM. Vibration like anti-lock brake system is kicking in. Dealer could not duplicate. Overdrive comes in and out at odd speeds. No problem found.
Inside of the parking lot while traveling the pedal went all the way down to the floor. The dealership is aware of the problem corrective measure had been met. Nlm
Consumer applied brakes at 20 MPH and pedal went to the floor. There was no braking action, and he rearended another vehicle. No injuries. Vehicle at dealership at this time.
Consumer rearended another vehicle due to brake failure at 20 MPH. Upon impact, neither airbag deployed. No injuries. Vehicle at dealership at this time.
When the consumer applied the brakes, the pedal went to the floor. *nlm *ak *scc. The vehicle experienced failure on 3 separate occasions, the dealer replaced the calipers and the front and rear rotors.
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