After dealer-performed repair to the ABS braking system, the vehicle was returned with a malfunctioning ABS control module and a loose brake line near the ABS unit. An independent licensed repair facility confirmed that the ABS control module was never programmed with required vehicle configuration data and would not accept programming attempts. The module is internally corrupted and requires replacement. The loose brake line was tightened by the independent shop. Multiple ABS and communication fault codes were present, and warning lights remained illuminated. The braking system was compromised and the vehicle was not safe to operate due to risk of brake failure and loss of ABS function. The condition was confirmed by an independent service center.
2015 Ford Explorer: brake failure
6 of the 1,820 complaints about the 2015 Ford Explorer describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 0%
- typical mileage
- 23,000
- recalls
- 1
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
The contact owns a 2015 Ford Explorer. The contact stated while attempting to engage the parking brake, the parking brake failed to respond. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and the parking brake assembly was replaced. The contact was informed that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 15V464000 (Parking Brake) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that the VIN was not included. The approximate failure mileage was 82,900.
I have read that there were recalls regarding parking brakes however my specific model 2015 basic model explorer was not on the list but my parking brakes gave out as I tried to back out of my driveway. The brake handle popped up and I was unable to use it ever since and I cannot drive the vehicle without the alarms going off which interferes with my hearing aids. Took it to dealership and the diagnosis was that I needed a brand new replacement kit, a cost over $700.
Brakes failed on ice no ABS.
Brakes failed while driving. After several attempts and running off road it finally allowed me to depress break pedal. Break pedal had become stuck and when it finally worked there was an awkward sound.
My car was struck from behind - 65mph and the seat belt did not tension and caused my head to bounce off the steering wheel causing a large knot on my head and taken away by ambulance - no air bags deployed (but that may be due to being struck from behind and pushed into a vehicle in front) I was rolling 5 to 10mph and slowing for traffic - hit from behind by pickup - no brakes applied - flew forward and the seat belt tensioner released all the belt out and stayed that way - I would think that I should have been stopped by the belt and bruised across the chest - but all the force was taken to my head and neck off the steering wheel and whiplashed back to the seat. The vehicle did dial 911 from the collision so that worked. June 20 2016 6:15pm police report not available as of this writing
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Parking brake
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, and Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015, Lincoln MKT vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 21, 2015, and 2015-2016 Ford Explorer vehicles manufactured May 4, 2015, to May 23, 2015. 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."
- Risk
- 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.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will test the operation of the parking brake system, and if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly, free of charge. The recall began on September 4, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15C07.
Recall number 15V464000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2015 Ford Explorer brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 2015 Ford Explorer?
6 of 1,820 owner complaints about the 2015 Ford Explorer (0%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2015 Ford Explorer?
There is 1 recall and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2015 Ford Explorer
Fuel smell 228Backup camera 131Power steering loss 129Airbag light 68Loss of power 59Steering lock-up 46Engine failure 38Steering noise 36Check engine light 31Screen failure 27Grinding brakes 23Stalling 23ABS 20Harsh shifting 19Overheating 19Ball joint 15Seat belt 15Jerking 14Water leak 14Headlights 13Knocking 10Door locks 9Fire or smoke 9Wipers 7No deployment 6Shudder 6Hesitation 5
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