1994 Ford F-250 brakes problems

23 complaints (19% of all complaints for this car). 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 23
of this car's complaints: 19%
crashes: 4
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
11
Foundation components: disc: rotor
6
Foundation components: disc: pads
3
Foundation components: disc: caliper
3
Foundation components: master cylinder
2
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
2
Foundation components: drum
2
Power assist
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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Ford F-250 brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Ford F-250 brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

ABS 8

Related recalls

Parking brake: conventionalReported September 7, 1994 · 835,791 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The parking brake control self-adjust pawl does not line up properly with the self-adjust rachet causing the pawl to slip over one or more teeth in the rachet.
Risk: When the above occurs, it can result in parking brake system ineffectiveness. The parking brake will not hold the vehicle, causing the vehicle to roll freely, if the transmission is not left in gear.
Remedy: A wedge will be installed which will serve to lock the parking brake self-adjust mechanism pawl into engagement with the rachet. Also, owners will be advised to release and reapply the parking brake whenever tooth skip occurs and will be reminded to always turn off the engine and leave the vehicle in gear when the vehicle is parked.

Recall number 94V169001 · Recall details

What 1994 Ford F-250 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Jul 23, 2009 · Brakes · 12,000 miles · MA · crash · 3 injuries

I owned a 1994 ford f-250 4x4 and from day one the braking system had a problem. When the anti-lock braking system would activate instead of working the way it was suppose to the brake petal would just bottom out and that would result in failure to stop the truck. The result of which caused more than a few crashes with the truck. My employer's brother was a mechanic for a ford dealership and told me that ford had sent out a service bulletin for the anti lock computer on many different vehicle's of that model year saying that if a vehicle came in for routine service to check the number of the computer and if it was any different than one certain number. To replace it with out the owner knowing it was replaced. Seeing as I do all the work on my vehicle's myself my truck never saw any dealer for repairs as my 5/60 warranty did not last me more than 2.5 years. And the truck ran fine during those 2.5 years except for the braking system. Is there any way for you people to check into this notice to see if it is true? The result of these crashes with the braking system has caused my insurance rates to rise to a ridiculous figure. I know it could be said it is just the way I drive. However I have driving many a company vehicle in my many years in the construction trade. From pickups to dump trucks towing bulldozers and never had any accidents with a company truck.

Filed Apr 9, 2005 · Brakes · 126,162 miles · CT

Brake failure due to corrosion and perferation of brake line. No action taken at this time. Waiting for response and suggested action to be taken.

Filed Feb 18, 2002 · Brakes · GA

Checked past recall information on said brake module. Ford had run a recall titled "94b38" that should have covered this component ; but recall expired before I ever owned this truck. The recall was good until june 30 1997, and was uneffected by vehicle mileage. All I need is ford to replace their recalled and defective brake module. I believe this module rendered the rear brakes inoperative, thereby decreasing braking ability.

Filed Feb 1, 2001 · Brakes · CA · fire

The brakes on the truck failed 3 times on a 6000 mile trip, the tow rating for the truck is 12500 lbs, the trailers dry weight (which is deiplayed inside the kitchen cabinet) is 11,400, the consumer also had to replace 2 trailer brake controls and the trailer brake, when the consumers weight the trailer themselves they found that the trailer weighed 13000 which is overweight for the truck. Nlm

Filed Nov 30, 1999 · Brakes · AZ

Brakes cannot be adjusted. System replaced, brakes still go to floor.

Filed May 21, 1998 · Brakes · WA

Was going about 45mph when vehicle started bouncing. Stopped, checked tires for flat; no problem. Noticed smoke on the right front. Pulled vehicle over & checked brake calipers. Had to release brake pressure to get vehicle home. Needs to replace brake calipers.

Filed Sep 2, 1997 · Brakes, Transmission · MA

Owner has ABS brakes. The rear bearing seal and housing leaking, causing problems. In addition, all four wheels locked up, but mostly in rear.

Filed Jun 17, 1997 · Brakes · WY

Brakes,rotors: rotors on both sides of vehicle cracked which created a vibration when applied the brakes. After 48,000 miles expected pads to wear but the cracked rotors helped in the wear of the pads.

Filed May 20, 1997 · Brakes · NY

The two front brake rotors were severely cracked.

Filed May 13, 1997 · Brakes · NY

Two front brake rotors were severely cracked.

Questions about the 1994 Ford F-250 brakes

Does the 1994 Ford F-250 have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 23 complaints about the brakes of the 1994 Ford F-250, 19% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1994 Ford F-250 brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Ford F-250 brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 94V169001. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Ford F-250 have bad brakes?

The Ford F-250 model years with the most brakes complaints are 1999 (108 complaints), 1995 (41 complaints) and 2000 (38 complaints).