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1997 Ford F-150: rotors or pads wearing out early

8 of the 2,746 complaints about the 1997 Ford F-150 describe rotors or pads wearing out early.

owner complaints
8
of this car's complaints
0%
recalls
1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 14 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below

Rotors or pads wearing out early by model year

  • 2024
    1
  • 2023
    1
  • 2022
    2
  • 2021
    3
  • 2020
    1
  • 2017
    1
  • 2016
    2
  • 2015
    1
  • 2014
    2
  • 2013
    3
  • 2012
    3
  • 2011
    1
  • 2010
    1
  • 2009
    1
  • 2008
    1
  • 2007
    3
  • 2006
    2
  • 2005
    3
  • 2004
    6
  • 2002
    1
  • 2001
    1
  • 2000
    5
  • 1999
    2
  • 1998
    2
  • 1997
    8
  • 1996
    3
  • 1995
    3
  • 1994
    13
  • 1993
    3

What owners say

Filed Sep 19, 2002 · Brakes · MN

Brake pads have been changed twice. This was caused by rusted rotors which went bad, causing loose rear brakes. Dealer has been aware of problem.

Filed May 4, 1999 · Brakes · AS

Vehicle has been experiencing problem with brake system; vehicle been in/out of dealer shop on three occasions in which rotors have been turned on during repairs, consumer believed warped rotors caused vehicle to vibrate whenever the brakes were being used. Asking the federal safety agency for help in this matter.

Filed Dec 4, 1998 · Suspension · MD

Tires are prematurely wearing due to malfunction within the suspension. Cause unknown. Manufacturer has been contacted. *ak

Filed Oct 7, 1998 · Brakes · FL

Front brake rotors warped, causing vibration when applying brakes. Also drums replaced.

Filed Sep 11, 1998 · Suspension · OK

Front end out of alignment causing premature wear of the tires.

Filed Jul 6, 1998 · Brakes, Suspension · PA

Making sharp left turn heard loud metal noise. Noticed front end dropped. Mechanic did not find problem at first. Noticed upper control arm had bent. Had front end aligned, wheel bearings had overheated/rotors warped. Needed truck checked.

Filed Dec 5, 1997 · Tires · NJ

Tires prematurely wearing.firestone wilderness ht size p235/70r16-1045.

Filed Dec 3, 1997 · Brakes, Transmission · NJ

Rotors warped.

Service bulletins that may apply

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: master cylinderReported September 25, 1996 · 1,200 vehicles affected
What is wrong
The retainer clip that holds the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal arm is missing.
Risk
A loss of service braking can occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect to verify that the retainer clips are installed and if clips are missing will install clips.

Recall number 96V184000 · Recall details

Questions about the 1997 Ford F-150 premature wear

Is rotors or pads wearing out early a common problem on the 1997 Ford F-150?

8 of 2,746 owner complaints about the 1997 Ford F-150 (0%) mention rotors or pads wearing out early. The model year with the most reports is 1994.

Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1997 Ford F-150?

There is 1 recall and 14 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.

Other symptoms on the 1997 Ford F-150

Fire or smoke 210Tire blowout 127Engine failure 121Adaptive cruise 118Knocking 81Overheating 71Ball joint 69Wipers 62No deployment 60ABS 53Brake failure 51Fuel leak 51Power steering loss 36Stalling 32Check engine light 31Grinding brakes 21Misfire 20Sudden acceleration 18Water leak 18Door locks 17Won't start 17Pulling 16Hesitation 14Won't shift 14Headlights 13Fuel smell 12Seat belt 12Airbag light 11Harsh shifting 11Transmission failure 11Coil spring 10Jerking 10Steering noise 10Steering lock-up 9Loss of power 8Rollaway 5

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