1997 Ford F-150: grinding or squealing brakes

Filed Nov 14, 2011 · Brakes · 32,000 miles · NC

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford f-150. The contact stated the brakes would squeak and the vehicle would experience an increased stopping distance when they were applied at low speeds. The failure occurred on an intermittent basis. The contact replaced all of the brake components, but the failure continued to occur. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, but they could not duplicate the failure. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was 32,000.

Filed Oct 29, 2010 · Fuel system · 171,485 miles · MN · fire

My 17 year old a honor student was going to volleyball practice when the front strap of the fuel tank let go resulting the front of the fuel tank to drop down, grinding on the cement surface of the road wearing a hole in the front bottom corner of the fuel tank releasing the full 24 gallons of gas that was filled into the fuel tank the night before. The local law enforcement/fire dept/ford dealer were called to handle the situation. Luckily for my daughter -no fire. The law enforcement took a picture of the fuel tank while it was still partially intact with gas flowing from the fuel tank, the fire dept. Was able to contain some of the 24 gallons of gas and then clean up. The local ford dealership towed the 1997 f-150 to the dealership where the new fuel tank, straps and sensor were replaced. My insurance would not cover any loss on this issue. My total out of pocket expense for this -new tank, straps, labor, sensor, and towing charge-$523.27- gas replacement of 24 gallons-$68.40- total = $591.67- the ford dealer kept the old parts.

Filed Sep 11, 2009 · Engine · 124,000 miles · TN

1997 ford f150 with 4.2l engine. Started car in the morning. Made a grinding sound and stopped it. Restarted the motor and it rattling loudly and stopped it again. The number one piston bent the connecting rod.

Filed Apr 7, 2006 · Engine · 222,000 miles · NC

Dt*: the contact stated while stopped at an idle, the engine oil pressure decreases to zero followed by a grinding noise within the engine compartment. The vehicle was seen by an independent repair shop for inspection. The mechanic determined the engine needed to be replaced.

Filed Jan 15, 2004 · Steering · 100,000 miles · TX

While turning the steering wheel binds and makes a grinding noise. The consumer has to use excessive effort to straighten the wheel. The vehicle was towed to the dealer for analysis but the technician could not resolve the problem. *ak the problem has been reported to the manufacturer but they refused to provide any assistance.

Filed Nov 5, 2003 · Brakes · VA · crash

While depressing the brakes at 45 MPH brakes failed. Vehicle continued to move and a grind noise was heard. Somehow, vehicle flipped over.

Filed Jul 14, 2003 · Suspension · 39,000 miles · MA

Consumer states that vehicle is equipped with self contained ball joints. These ball joint do not need to be greased. Over time the ball joints develop a squeak and need replacing.

Filed Jun 26, 2003 · Steering · 129,000 miles · TX

While driving, the vehicle lost power steering. *ak there was also a squeaking noise in the steering column. *ph

Filed Jan 23, 2003 · Brakes · 10,000 miles · IN

While driving and brakes were applied, vehicle pulled to right and brakes starting squeaking. The dealership indicated that the this was caused by the equipment that holds the brake calipers breaking, which left the caliper not mounted. Ts

Filed Jun 26, 2002 · Lights · FL

Mutifunction switch cut headlamps off while driving at night at appoximately 45 MPH. No prior warning, no flickering just instantanious darkness. Side marker lights and taillight s continued to operate. Was in a well light area or this could have been serious if at higher speed on an unlighted road. The squeal on the pitman arm is a nuisance. Note when I took to dealership to be repaired, dealer service department denied any widespread problem e with either component - what a joke I now find both items appear on your website. There should be some accountability or penalty for the dealer for not being honest about the problems with these components.

Filed Jun 12, 2002 · Steering · AL

Consumer experiening problems with front end squeaking when turning steering wheel. Dealer replaced pitman arm.

Filed Dec 11, 2001 · Steering · IL

I had noticed a squeak from the front end when making turns. I found nothing loose so I ignored it for a while. After doing some investigating found there to be problems with pitman arms on these vehicles. I checked mine and found that to be the noise and replaced the part. I kept the old part. It appears dry and soon to wear out.