Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. While reversing, the vehicle crashed into a telephone pole when shifting the gear into drive. The vehicle accelerated to approximately 70-80 MPH. The brake pedal was depressed, but failed to stop the vehicle. The vehicle crashed into a garage. There were no injuries. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, but was not diagnosed or repaired. A police report was filed. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 100,000.
2001 Ford F-150 brakes complaints
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Intermittent failure of ABS system indicated by ABS warning light. Obd error code c1185 - ABS power relay failure. When failed, ABS system inoperable.
Severe corrosion issues.
Truck starting pulling badly to right, loss of power, speed and smoke coming from the right front wheel. Rim, caliper were smoking , had to pour water on to wheel to keep from burning. After towed to service center was told this is a common problem with the ford trucks that the slide pin on the caliper can seize and lock the brake in active position preventing it from releasing from the rotor causing the extreme heat and burning the brake bad and seals in the caliper. I was lucky it didn't happen at 70 MPH and lock the wheelcausing me to lose control. I ve also looked at the reports on the internet and see where others have reported this in blog but now to safety commission.
The brake line running front to back burst due to rust damage as I started to back out of a parking space and the brake pedal went to the floor. Upon further inspection at the service station , there was evidence of severe rusting at virtually all of the brake line attachment points and all brake lines had to be replaced. Due to rust damage.
Tl* the contact owns a 2001 ford f-150. While driving approximately 20 MPH the contact depressed the brake pedal when it suddenly dropped to the floor board. The contact continued depressing the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle the contact noticed the brake lines were corroded and fractured. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.
While returning home, towing 25' pontoon boat, approaching driveway when brake pedal went to floor, no brakes. Fortunately I was able to maneuver the vehicle into my yard and stop with parking brake. Root cause was found to be brake line above driver's side rear wheel had rusted through at fitting causing loss of brake fluid. Upon close inspection, many brake lines, transmission cooling lines, gas tank straps (the latter subsequently replaced per ford recall) are deteriorating due to excessive rust. Although this vehicle is 11 years old, it only has 58,867 original, documented miles, and has not been exposed to excess road salt (mid-atlantic region). I have had to replace brake rotors, calipers, brake shields, egr tube, exhaust system from muffler back, and parking brake assembly all due to excessive, and what I consider, premature rust. If that were not bad enough, yesterday I look under the truck and see a puddle of transmission fluid. One of the transmission cooling lines between the transmission and the upper radiator has rusted through, and once again I will be responsible for the repairs. I have owned many ford products in my 44 years of driving but have never experienced anything of this magnitude with a vehicle of such low mileage. Brake lines rusting out should be considered a significant safety concern. If I had lost brakes while traveling on the highway towing a 3000 lb boat and trailer it could have been disastrous. I feel the gas tank strap recall is a start, but far from addressing the overall issue of undercarriage deterioration with this year/model vehicle.
I have a 2001 ford f-150 that I was using to drop my son off at his friend's house. On the way home my brake pedal went to the floor, I was traveling at about 35 MPH and I was not able to stop at the intersection like I was supposed to. I did manage to drive home with little to no brakes. When I got home I looked in the brake fluid well and there was no fluid in there. I looked at the ground on the drivers side near the rear tire and I saw fluid dripping on the ground. I got under the truck and was surprised to see a lot of brake fluid on the side of gas tank and dripping from the frame. This is a very unusual and dangerous situation. Needless to say, I no longer have the use of my vehicle. I recently took the truck in for recall service to have the gas tank support straps replaced, is possible that the brake line was compromised during the recall work? I have owned many vehicles and this is the first time I have seen something like this. I contacted ford about this unusual incident and they stated that because my truck is no longer under warranty that I should take it to a dealer and have it repaired. The larger issue is that something like this should never happen, warranty or no. What if I had been traveling at a faster rate of speed or entering a busy intersection or a nervous driver. This incident could have ended very badly. The brake lines should not rupture. My concern is whether these was an isolated incident, or have other brake lines ruptured causing accidents and have not been reported.
For a long time we had issues with the brakes even after getting new ones,about 3 wks before the fire my cruise stopped working.on the day before the fire I rolled my front windows down after I went back to work,an when I got off work my windows would not roll up,an I could not get the gear out of park,so I turned the engine off ,an just turned the key on,an got it to go into neutral so I could start it an get it into drive.the next morning I took it to the shop to see about the windows,an before it could be checked ,about 3:00 in the afternoon the engine off,the shop owner came out an the truck engine was fully engulfed. We didn't know until after the fire that there had been a recall on the speed control system that could result in a engine fire. We never received a recall notice.
Tl - the driver owns a 2001 ford f150 super crew. While the vehicle was park and unoccupied the vehicle burned due to the master cylinder safety switch. A police report was filed. Two other vehicles and two exterior garages were damaged. The ford f150 and another vehicle was totaled. The failure and current mileage was unknown.
Re: 2001 ford f150 2wd, bottom bolt holding left front brake caliper to spindle assembly fell out. Scrubbing sound at braking initiated an investigation of problem and found lower fastener missing and upper fastener loose. The caliper had rotated and cast iron piston assembly was rubbing interior of aluminum wheel. Fortunately I was within three miles of home. Continuing travel had the potential to destroy the wheel and cause further damage or accident. The right side was investigated and both fasteners were in place. The ford supplied capscrews (bolts) did not have serrated flanged head, did not have lockwashers, did not have thread locking liquid compound applied to threads. Local ford dealer was closed on saturday afternoon. All four fasteners were replaced by owner using flanged stainless steel capscrews of the correct thread and length using thread locking liquid compound. Owner has possession of the three fasteners removed. Vehicle mileage 04-03-2010 was 046741.4 there are reported incidences of this potential defect on the internet which have the ability to cause a crash or damage or death. To my knowledge there has not been a recall issued or potential safety defect sent to vehicle owners.
Dt*: the contact stated while applying brake pressure at various speeds, there was an increased stopping distance and the ABS light illuminated. The vehicle was inspected by an independent repair shop who determined both front anti-lock wheel speed sensors needed to be replaced. The manufacturer was alerted. The consumer traded the vehicle. Updated 09/19/06.
The two mounting bolts for the front brake calipers come loose. It has happened twice, in each case it has occurred on the left and right front calipers. Both times it has happened after a brake job. After approximately 200-300 miles on the new pads, the caliper bolts can be re-tightened and do not come loose again.
1.loss of brake fluid, tough to brake, brake light went on 2. Abs module corroded 3. Abs module replaced at my expense($1400.00).
Take a look a my vehicle history, I baby my truck - never used off-road. I have replaced several items that I feel should have been fixed by ford. I had to buy a warranty that cover most of the stuff. Some parts with defects that were replaced. Most replaced at 40,000-80,000 miles 1.) transmission completely replaced 2.) rearend replaced 3.) I'm on my third set of all 4 ball joints 4.) tie rods, tie rod ends (replaced twice now) 5.) coil 6.) headlight housing (3-4 times) 7.) brakes, numerous things worked on and replaced dealership was never able to stop the thumping noise that is still there, said it was normal (not) 8.) idler arm (replaced twice) 9.) sunroof switch replaced twice, reported loud bang when opening. A&b kia said it was normal - no, now it is completely broke and will barely open and have to force closed. 10.) sideview mirrors vibrated 11.) ABS sensor replaced 12.) keyless entry replaced 13.) steering bearings replaced 14.) back bumper is rusting these are just some of the things I can remember right off hand. I've got all receipts. I take care of this truck - wash and wax once a week by hand (unless really bad weather) then I just take it to the car wash automatic or actual people washing. Keep inside just as nice. If you want to check out a vehicle for safety/recall information you should start with mine.
Consumer's vehicle was involved in a frontal collision when another vehicle veered into consumer's lane. Driver applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. Driver was unable to maintain control of the vehicle and crashed. Upon impact, both air bags did not deploy. Driver sustained minor injuries, and went to the hospital on his own. Vehicle was towed to a body shop.
The vehicle is not braking properly. Consumer took the vehicle to an independent repair shop, and was told the rotors were not aligned properly.
1) while attempting to stop I noticed my truck accelerating. I naturally pressed harder and nearly ran through my garage door. On 5 other occasions since I have come very close to having severe accidents experiencing acceleration. Had I not been conscious of the cause the incidents would have resulted in serious injury. 2) the cause discovered was the proximity and height of the brake pedal in relation the gas pedal. Nearly 1/3 of my foot can be on the brake pedal, and still press the gas pedal at the same time. Unlike other vehicles, the brake pedal does not stop before reaching the plane of the gas pedal. 3) on numerous occasions, particularly in having to make quick stops my foot has inadvertently pressed both the brake and gas pedal. Realizing that the resulting acceleration was due to improper positioning of the pedals I have been able to recover but not without the loss of precious time. Someday I fear that this defect will result in a costly and severe accident.
When consumer applied the emergency brake it would not hold. As a result the vehicle rolled backwards damaging the tailgate. Dealership inspected vehicle several times, but problem was not resolved. *ak
Vehicle was parked inside of parking lot and it caught on fire. The fire department was called to extinguish the fire. No injuries reported. Vehicle was towed and totaled by the insurance company. *ak the fire was started due to the master cylinder. Smoke was noticed coming from the hood and flames were coming from the driver's side front wheel housing.
Brake fluid cylinder failed which caused the vehicle to catch on fire. *bf *nm vehicle parked
While driving, the ABS light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. The driver applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor. The driver was able to stop the vehicle. The consumer drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the consumer that the problem could not be duplicated. Please fill in additional information.
While driving 55 MPH front brake caliper assembly fell off. As a result, the vehicle came to a screeching halt and had to be towed. Dealer stated that caliper bolts backed out and fell out.
On rainy days while driving at any speed and applying the brakes ABS system failed. Vehicle was taken to the dealership, and mechanic determined that hydraulic control unit was not functioning any longer. The vehicle was not longer on warranty.
While driving 35 MPH, the consumer applied the brakes, but they failed. As result, the consumer's vehicle rear ended another vehicle. Upon impact, the air bag failed to deploy.*ak after an inspection of the brake system, it was determined that the brake booster was defective.
Consumer indicated that while driving anytime and at any speed air bag indicator light flashed. Vehicle was serviced. And technician determined that ABS pump and module were the cause.
While driving 55 MPH brakes failed, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision. The consumer rear ended another vehicle. The insurance company totaled the vehicle. The dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak *sc
While driving 55 MPH consumer depressed brakes with force and pedal traveled to the floorboard, resulting in extended stopping distance, and causing consumer to rear end vehicle in front.
While driving in stop and go traffic in southern cal. The truck in front of me stopped suddenly. When I pushed on my brake pedal it went all the way to the floor. The only thing that stopped me was the truck in front of me. This break pedal thing happened once before but without an accident. During the time of the accident my speed was about 20mph in dry conditions. I have a 2001 ford f-150, 4.2 v-6 , super cab, 4x2, and auto, with 50k miles. I have replaced my master cylinder hoping this will correct the problem. I saved the old cylinder and would be happy to send it to you all for inspection. I took it apart myself and found four small scratches on the housing.
At 39,000 mi ,front rotor became warped, replaced. At 43,000 mi grinding noise coming from rt front wheel after several minutes of use in city traffic. Mechanic could not find anything wrong.
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