The contact owns a 1993 Ford F-150. The contact became aware that the VIN was included in the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 05V017000 (Vehicle Speed Control); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while replacing the brake master cylinder, the contact noticed that there was brake fluid leaking onto a connector. The local dealer was contacted. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and contacted the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 156,000. Parts distribution disconnect.
1993 Ford F-150 brakes problems
90 complaints (15% of all complaints for this car). 10 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 90
- of this car's complaints
- 15%
- crashes
- 10
- recalls
- 1
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip34
- Foundation components: disc: rotor15
- Foundation components11
- Conventional11
- Foundation components: disc: pads7
- Foundation components: disc: caliper6
- Foundation components: disc6
- Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings5
At what mileage
Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.
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Ford F-150 brakes problems in other years
Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Ford F-150 brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
Parking brake: conventional
- What is wrong
- The parking brake control self-adjust pawl does not line up properly with the self-adjust rachet causing the pawl to slip over one or more teeth in the rachet.
- Risk
- When the above occurs, it can result in parking brake system ineffectiveness. The parking brake will not hold the vehicle, causing the vehicle to roll freely, if the transmission is not left in gear.
- Remedy
- A wedge will be installed which will serve to lock the parking brake self-adjust mechanism pawl into engagement with the rachet. Also, owners will be advised to release and reapply the parking brake whenever tooth skip occurs and will be reminded to always turn off the engine and leave the vehicle in gear when the vehicle is parked.
Recall number 94V169001 · Recall details
What 1993 Ford F-150 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 1993 ford f-150. While reversing out of a parking space, the brake pedal was depressed but the brakes failed. The contact crashed into the front of another vehicle. A police report was filed and there were no injuries reported. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence where an independent mechanic diagnosed that the master cylinder and brake booster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired, but the failure recurred. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 239,106.
Tire vibration at 65 MPH, found original general tire (tire information unknown) tread separated and out of round. Replaced with goodyear gsa's.
I was very happy with this truck for the first 5 years. But after that even with taking great care of the truck it started to fail the altenator....$400,replacing 2 exhaust tubes for emissions $450,rear spring shackels and mount $450, the trans mission is now failing cost not known yet, never been in an accident but doors don't line up anymore water leaks in,lower sheetmetal of truck bed rusting through paint even with being waxed many many times,vent windows leak and are rusting, I know vehicels need alot of care but I think the worst problem was the rusting out of the rear spring mounts and shackels this is a real danger ,I have never heared of this happening to any vehicle. I know of two other 93 f 150's with the same problem. I hope someone can get the word out to others with 1993 f 150's so they can have this checked out for their safety.
Was driving 35-40mph downhill when a deer stepped out on road, consumer applied brakes, and they failed to stop vehicle. Pedal went to floor. Had downshifted, and also used emergency brakes. Went through stop signs. Finally ,vehicle stopped. Checked vehicle out, and noticed brake line junction had corroded and was rusty, and brake fluid had leaked out. *ak
No summary listed for above vehicle.
This complaint if for defective rear fuel tank and front brakes rotors.
When driving under wet condtions rear brakes grabbed, causing vehicle to slide. Dealer has been contacted. *ak
Fire dept thinks that the master cylinder broke, spilling fluid on to the hot engine, causing the truck to catch on fire.
While driving about a mile and about to apply the brakes, the vehicle will go to the right and has extended stopping distance , which may cause an accident. Also, dealer replaced calipers/rotors, etc. Been to dealer 7 times. Dealer cannot determine the problem.
Questions about the 1993 Ford F-150 brakes
Does the 1993 Ford F-150 have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 90 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Ford F-150, 15% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 1993 Ford F-150 brakes problems start?
Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.
Was there a recall on the 1993 Ford F-150 brakes?
Yes, 1 recall: 94V169001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.
What year does the Ford F-150 have bad brakes?
The Ford F-150 model years with the most brakes complaints are 2013 (363 complaints), 2014 (346 complaints) and 2016 (341 complaints).
Other 1993 Ford F-150 problems
Fuel system 287Engine 53Acceleration 40Transmission 40Electrical 34Tires 32Suspension 25Body 14Lights 10Seats 10Steering 9Visibility 8Seat belts 6Wheels 4Airbags 1
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