When driving 25 MPH and upon attempting to stop vehicle by depressing brake pedal , brake pedal went to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance, which resulted in a rear end crash. Consumer contacted dealer, dealer noted that master cylinder failed which caused the problem.
1991 Ford F-250: brake failure
6 of the 107 complaints about the 1991 Ford F-250 describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 6
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 4 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Front ABS brakes; upon application, brake pedal goes to the floor, dealership unable to duplicate failure to determine corrective action. Tihis failure is not consistent.*ak consumer stated dealer replaced the master cylinder but did not resolve the problem.
Rear axle seal leak, causing loss of brakes on several occasions.
When going down the hill the brake pedal goes to the floor and there no front brake. Tt
Serpentine belt broke and caused loss of braking ability. Tt
Abs, brake failed on dry surface/ extended stopping distance at low speed, resulting in an accident. Tt
Service bulletins that may apply
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull
- Front caliper piston boots damaged
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because...
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: drum: shoes/linings
- What is wrong
- A revised brake lining noise insulator resulted in a decrease in the thermal insulation between the brake lining and the front brake caliper piston. This caused greater heat transfer to the caliper pistons with the potential to overheat the brake fluid and diminish brake effectiveness during severe braking conditions.
- Risk
- Increased stopping distances and inablility to holdvehicles on a steep grade results in increased risk of accident in the event ofa sudden stop or when constant braking is needed to maneuver through areas withsteep grades.
- Remedy
- Add snap-in insulators that attach to each of the front brake caliper pistons. In addition, vehicles with 7.5 l engines will have insulation added to the engine compartment brake lines.
Recall number 92V026000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1991 Ford F-250 brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1991 Ford F-250?
6 of 107 owner complaints about the 1991 Ford F-250 (6%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1999.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1991 Ford F-250?
There is 1 recall and 4 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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