1999 Ford F-150 brakes problems

Filed Mar 5, 2016 · Brakes · 14,452 miles · CA

This whole episode happened when I was driving on the freeway in my 1999 ford f-150. I did start to notice that when I applied the brakes to slow down to match traffic speeds, the truck would veer to the left.the brakes did take in a funny way and thank god there was no complete brake failure. After 30 miles, I got off the freeway to turn around and when I came to a stop sign, I could not stop at all. The brakes did not work even after I pressed the brake pedal all the way to the floor. I also smelled burning rubber coming from near the engine.the parking brake did work and I limped into the nearest gas station. I called aaa to get it towed to the firestone tire shop near my house that has done all my tire and auto repair needs for over 15 years. When they test drove it after the 2 hour tow, the brakes started working again. Robert/firestone took the wheels off and after examining the rotors/pads advised that the front right pads had locked and were pressing unevenly on the rotor. He also planned to replace the brake fluid hose that he thought was worn out and possibly leaking. I also went over to the ford dealer and checked with them to see if they had any recalls or advice. No recalls or service notice was uncovered. All I was told was to check the master cylinder as it could be leaking internally. That is all I got from ford. I am very lucky that I did not have a complete brake failure on the freeway possibly causing an accident/injury. We determined that we needed to replace the ABS module.ford does not make it any more and we had to search the salvage yards to get this part as it is nit made naymore by the original manufacture.very frustrating experience.will never buy a ford truck again. .

Filed Mar 4, 2016 · Brakes · 1,000 miles · CA

Since buying the vehicle new from my local ford dealer I've notice that there is very excessive travel in the brake pedal and an air noise when I apply the brakes. When I took it in to check it out I was told that the brakes needed to be bled. When this wouldn't fix the problem I was told my fluid was contaminated and I would need a fluid flush. This also didn't solve the problem. A few years after the warranty period was up I was told that this happens to ford truck a lot and I would need to replace a part that was over $800.00 for parts and labor. I declined this work stating it should have been covered under warranty on my previous visits that were all documented. Since then they are back to the system bleed and fluid flush routine every time I mention the issue. Today I read that newer trucks are having brake issues and I believe this is not just a newer truck issue but has been going on for quite some time.

Filed Jul 15, 2015 · Brakes · 134,000 miles · OH

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. While driving at 15 MPH, the brakes stopped functioning without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake lines failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 134,000.

Filed Jul 7, 2015 · Brakes, Engine · 48,000 miles · MI

When backing up after my f150 has been sitting about 2 days I have no brakes unless I rev up the engine for about 20 sec to build up pressure in the electric vacuum brake booster. Have almost hit my wife's car if I forget to let it sit to build up pressure. I have contacted my ford dealer and they won't do anything about it because I am past the warranty. I am going to have to replace it myself because this is unsafe condition and ford won't repair it. Also my truck loses power sometimes when accelerating and ford stated that the turbo chargers are sometimes sucking in water that shuts down one side of the engine to prevent damage to the turbo chargers. There fix is to put a shield or longer tube on it to prevent this. Again because it is over the warranty period they won't do anything. Very disappointed in my f-150 3.5 ecoboost and won't be buying another one.

Filed Jun 26, 2015 · Airbags, Brakes · 137,000 miles · VA · crash

Went to stop at light had no brakes with no warning. I hit the car in front of me in the rear this also caused a delayed release of the air bags. This appears to be problem going back years that ford or the government wont do anything about.

Filed Dec 20, 2012 · Brakes · 133,000 miles · MI · crash

Pulled into parking space, applied brake and pedal went all the way to floor. Truck rolled forward into bumper of parked car. Upon inspection, found steel brake line rusted through, just above flex line running to driver's side front brake, with brake fluid flowing out of corrosion hole. There was never any indication that the truck had any problems at all with the brakes. I was on my way to the highway and am thanking god I decided to make a quick stop to my local food store first. It could have been a huge disaster! I can't believe fuel and brake lines are not required to be made of stainless steel - most especially in states that salt the roads in winter!

Filed May 12, 2012 · Brakes · 50,000 miles · NC

Brake lines rusted out. First was the passenger slide front, then the in 2008 the right rear passenger side rusted out. Now the front driver slide brake line rusted out. I purchased the truck in ohio august 1999. I moved to north caroline in june of 2000. With the occasional trip to ohio the truck has been housed in north carolina from 6/1/2000 to present day. I would expect this if had remained in ohio but not from a southern truck. I question the quality of the steel brake lines. Are other people have the same trouble???

Filed Apr 14, 2012 · Brakes · MD

Three brake lines rusted out and leaking in last 2 years incident date is an estimate.

Filed Apr 6, 2012 · Brakes · 157,000 miles · NJ

Tl* the contact owns a 1999 ford f-150. While driving approximately 45 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and noticed the brake pedal dropped to the floor board abnormally. The contact used the emergency brake and was able to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed brake fluid leaking from the brake lines as a result of corrosion of the brake lines. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 157,000. Updated 05/08/12

Filed Dec 31, 2011 · Brakes · 76,825 miles · OH · crash

Fortunately, I was under 1/2 mile from my house. My road dead ends onto another. I applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor as I approached the stop sign. I went through the stop sign and into the drainage ditch on the other side of the road. Because my vehicle is 4 wheel drive, I was able to get out of the ditch and return home. Upon inspection, I found that the brake line that goes from the front to the rear was rusted and failed. There was little damage from the crash, just a fender that needs replaced. I am anal with regard to my vehicles condition and maintenance. To have a failure like this on a what is supposed to be the best built truck is absurd and totally unacceptable! My brothers 1999 honda, my step son's 1991 nissan stanza (recently sold) a 1993 geo prizm (I.e. Toyota corolla!!!) recently sold had zero rust on any brake fitting, brake line or fuel line.