The intermediate shift bracket sheared off/broke at the transition where it mounts to engine. Vehicle shakes violently while braking at higher speeds... Lesser movement at slower speeds while braking. I had just replaced my brakes and done them several time with rotors trying to correct the problem, thinking it was something I had done. Finally found it when greasing front calipers hoping to cure the problem yet again.
2014 Ford Explorer brakes complaints
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City of soledad california police interceptor utility brake pedal went to the floor loss brake fluid during patrol no one got hurt found passenger side hose rip suddenly. Tow in to city shop inspect brake lines found also driver side swollen near crimp ready to explode have to pysicaly removal cover ford uses to see defect.found additional police fleet had same problem during there training. Poor design of the hose cause brake hose to rip
When driving the 2014 explorer, coking over a hill and began braking. Car lost braking capability and began to speed down the hill, and crashed into a tree. One middle occupant on 2nd row came unbuckled and didn't survive. This has been an ongoing trial for 3 years and recently informed that no investigation has been performed on the vehicle other than the edr/cdr. No post vehicle inspection has been performed, no medical reports have been pulled. I have previously for 3 years inquired for help on this matter and have forwarded questions regarding information obtained. I know without a shadow of a doubt I am not liable for this accident and have worked for 3 years trying to obtain information on this vehicle. When I was coming down the hill the car seem to be increased in speed - the report does show that foot was on the brake the entire report and no gas was applied. I turned as far as I could with the wheel and the steering barely steered as well. I would like to save a life somewhere down the line as this has changed my life forever. The occupant on the 2nd row passed away that day from seat belt coming unattached. Medical reports show he was wearing a seatbelt. If there was someone willing to look into this - would be a life changing situation.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While depressing the brake pedal, a high pitched squealing noise was present coming from the wheels. The vehicle was taken to carman ford lincoln (193 s. Dupont hwy, new castle, de) where the brake pads and rotors were replaced, but the failure continued. The vehicle was returned to the dealer after it shook when the brake pedal was depressed. The brake calipers were replaced, but the squealing noise recurred approximately one year later. The cause of the failure was not determined. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 30,000.
Noises coming from front and rear suspension
The electrical system periodically goes out, the dash lights blink off and on, alrms go off with messages that state there is a failure of terrain, management, ABS system and power steering, then the power steering goes out immediately , dash is black. This is very dangerous , it seems to be a known issue with ford when researching the issue. Someone can wreck and die with this electrical failure
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While the driver, a police officer, was traveling various speeds, the vehicle failed to stop when the brake pedal was depressed. In addition, the brake warning indicator illuminated. The contact noticed that the front passenger side brake hose connected to the caliper had fractured. The driver was able to coast to the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to a police facility where an independent mechanic diagnosed that the front passenger side brake hose connected to the caliper needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and opened case number: ca3-15196031r3n7z5. The approximate failure mileage was 70,429.
40,000 miles into a new car, rear brakes are completely worn down. The passenger side needed a new temperature door actuator to allow the climate control to work properly.
Vehicle rear brake pads released from caliper, resulting in uncontrollable breaking while driving at highway speeds. It is important to note that the emergency brake was also useless being the brake pads were not in place. Ford recognizes this issue under; tsb # asi-44564 the federal safety agency id #10056207. Brakes (pws) tsb #asi-44564reference #10056207 date announced: may 01 2014 additional info: how to fix summary: ford/lincoln: due to corrosion buildup between brake pad and anchor bracket, vehicle experience a rear brake drag condition and need to be checked for debris and/or corrosion. Model 2011-2014 explorer, flex, taurus, edge, mkx, mkt, mks. With brake hardware knowingly failing, this is cause for immediate concern. In this instance the vehicle has only 13,000 miles, much under the life expectancy of any passenger vehicle's braking components. If parts are corroding to the point where brake pads fall out (dealership states the brake clips themselves corroded), ford should be held liable for all expenses to date, and replace all vechiles with these faulty parts under a recall before tragedy happens due to ignorance. Braking systems in vehicles should be first priority.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While driving approximately 35 MPH, the contact lost control of the steering wheel and the brakes started to squeak and then locked up. The vehicle shifted into oncoming traffic, but no crash occurred. There were no warning indicators illuminated. The vehicle was towed to frank fletcher ford lincoln (3015 turkey creek rd, joplin mo 64801, phone number: (417) 623-5660) where it was diagnosed that the control arm detached due to the contact hitting something with the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The approximate failure mileage was 85,000.
The emergency brake continues to stick, after having it remedied and replaced once already (2016). The brakes were replaced last year as well (2016), and they continue to squeak almost consistently. It's in again for service today (8/2/17) and the dealer said they continue to see issues with the brakes sticking on 2014 ford explorers. The brakes squeaking have been an issue since january 2015.
I have had multiple electrical problems with this vehicle and safety issues. Electrical- audio output fails intermittently, power outlets short out, instrument cluster fails (while moving and in park) exhaust- fumes coming inside vehicle (in motion and park) brakes- had to have entire system replaced after complete failure of ABS system (happened multiple times while in motion, once on expressway, all reported to ford corporate) wheels - lug nuts have been reported multiple times for moisture collecting inside the lug nuts and causing corrosion seat belts - housing case of safety belts pop off idle - when idling with brake depressed and a door opened and closed the idle skips and makes noise washer fluid sensor - failed at 70, 000 miles AC system drains power horribly vehicle was leased january 2014 problems have been consisten since that date, all records are in ford's system.
Coming out of a car wash at idle speed and moving into the vacuum area the brake pedal stopped responding, I am a notorious brake rider, the car kept rolling and actually hit the vacuum, rolled on over a hill and down into an adjacent parking lot where the brakes finally took hold. As the explorer went over the hill I kept pounding the brake pedal but nothing happened. The car rolled down the parking area and then it stopped. Damage was to the right corner of the vehicle and a vacuum laying on its side. According to the station attendant this was not an unusual event.
The affected vehicles have a parking brake that may not fully engage when applied. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems." consequence: if the parking brake does not fully engage and the transmission is left in a gear other than 'park' while on a slope, the vehicle may roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Tl* the contact owns a 2014 ford explorer. While driving various speeds, the steering became difficult to operate. There were no warning indicators illuminated. In addition, there were exhaust fumes inside the vehicle. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The VIN was unknown. The approximate failure mileage was 81,590.
Tl* the contact owned a 2014 ford explorer. While reversing at approximately 10 MPH on an incline, the brake pedal was depressed and failed to respond without warning. As a result, the vehicle accelerated and the contact crashed into a tree. The contact sustained a fractured back and hand injury that required medical attention. A police report was filed. The vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 36,185.
When applying full braking at a stop sign or red light the vehicle stops but the engine and transmission continue to race at full speed. The brake pulsates like the anti lock braking system is engaged. In order to get the vehicle back to normal the engine must be shut off or the transmission disengaged. It will then start up normally. We have had 11 occasions within the past 2 months where this has occurred, this has occurred when coming down from highway long distance driving and it has also happened on a parking lot very low speed. It is all I could do to press hard enough on the brakes to stop. The vehicle has been returned to the dealership, their diagnostics show nothing and the dealership states they must be able to experience the problem first (duplicate it). Ford motor company has been called the regional sales manager told me to take the vehicle to another ford dealership to have them look at it. Mr. Mchale the manager at fmc (866‑631‑3788 ext. 77713) assigned a case number 7644437 to the problem but he also stated that they would have to duplicate the problem before it could be resolved. I told him if I misjudge or am unable to bring the vehicle to a stop that I may be pushing up daisies. They do not seem to understand the severity of the problem. It would seem to me that a mechanic would look for a sensor or switch that would disengage the trans mission when the brake was applied or a sensor or control that slows the engine. I am getting to the point I fear for my life driving this vehicle until it is repaired. I also mentioned that when I turn the vehicle off during the incident there is a lot of clunking from the engine and transmission, I am sure damage has been done to them.
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