Ford F-250 grinding brakes problems

Filed Dec 28, 2012 · Brakes · 35,500 miles · NY

While backing up applying braking, heard pop then had brake pedal pressure failure. Vehicle stopped after striking embankment. Applying brake pedal again pressure returned with grinding and erratic wheel braking. Mechanic found broken caliper support bracket defective caliper and rotor due to interference had this occurred at a greater speed or other location the outcome would have been catastrophic.

Filed Jul 7, 2011 · Body · 90,000 miles · MO

Tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford f-250. The contact stated the seam that holds the roof in place fractured from the front of the vehicle to the rear. The vehicle was inspected by a dealer who advised him that they were aware of the failure and that he would need to have the seal grind out and replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified and offered no assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 90,000. In 2 hours I located 12 additional ford vehicles at dealerships with the same problem. 2006 and older vehicles including my own 2005 freestar. I believe if involved in an accident the roof will dislodge causing the occupants to be ejected. The manufacture was contacted they are aware and refused to assist. Updated 10/18/2011 *ln

Filed Oct 18, 2010 · Brakes · 30,000 miles · OH

Three months after purchase of a 2008 f-250 ford heavy duty truck, I noticed the brakes squeaking. On 4 occasions I have taken the truck for service to check for the cause of this problem. The first 3 times at the same dealership I was told that the squeak was caused by "road debris", and that nothing could be done to prevent this from recurring.( the dealership cleaned the brake pads).on the forth occasion, the dealership reported that the brakes were fine and had 60 % capacity. This occurred on 8/3/2010. October 15, 2010 the squeaking was so loud, we took it to a third dealership where it was found that the rear brakes were severely worn and rusted. It required a sledge hammer to remove them due to the amount of corrosion that had built up. The front brakes were fine. Our concern is that there is/was a defect in the rear brakes and that this is a safety issue, since we pull a heavy trailer. We have kept the parts for further inspection at our residence. I have contacted the ford customer care line who recommended this site. And who offered no further assistance with this problem, including how to prevent further problems.

Filed Jul 20, 2009 · Steering · 83,000 miles · PA

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford f250. While driving at an unknown speed, the contact heard a squeaking sound coming from the steering wheel. He also noticed that the brakes were intertwined with the steering equipment. The vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. The current and failure mileages were 83,000. Updated 02/02/10 *bf the consumer stated while traveling in a 35 MPH zone, on a curved road, he heard a noise coming form the engine compartment. He was in the middle of a strong right turn when suddenly he was unable to steer the vehicle without extreme effort on his part. When the steering failed he tried to apply the brakes, but they also failed. The cause of the problem, was the power steering hose chaffed against the steering sector and rubbed a hole in the hose, allowing fluid to escape, disrupting the steering control. Updated 02/04/10.

Filed Feb 11, 2003 · Body, Engine · 4,678 miles · WI

The vehicle pulled to the left and the right, the tire were cupping on the edges, the cloth seat were wearing, the radius arms were loose, the lights were inoerative, there was a squeak in the cowel, the engine experienced gasket and seal problems, however once the engine was replaced, it burned oil fast.*scc

Filed Jan 3, 2003 · Suspension · MA

While driving the vehicle has a squeaky noise the dealer stated that ball joints are worn down. Please provide additional information. Ts

Filed Nov 18, 2002 · Transmission · MT

Consumer states while stuck in snow bank with four wheel drive on the four wheel drive would not engage. Consumer notice grinding noise. Dealer has been contacted please provide further information. Ts

Filed Apr 3, 2002 · Locks, Steering · CA

Consumer stated there was a squeak in the steering wheel when making turns, also the steering was hard to adjust on tilt wheel.

Filed Feb 6, 2002 · Suspension · NJ

When making turns there was a loud squeaking in front of vehicle. After inspecting vehicle consumer noticed both front lower ball joints had to be replaced. Consumer replaced ball joints.

Filed Jan 26, 2002 · Engine, Suspension · OK · fire

Upon entering the highway, the truck suddenly started having problems, the r.p.m. Gauge started fluctuating from 1000 to 3000 r.p.m., it squealed and jerked into gear and a popping noise was coming from the right side of the front end. The dealer could not find any problem, but he suggested that it could have been the clutch fan slipping. Consumer experienced again what he felt was transmission problems but the light never flashed on the overdrive column so taking note of what was happening and continued driving. Then the light started flashing on the overdrive column, within seconds, consumer noticed a large puff of black smoke coming from under the truck, the r.p.m. Gauge went to below 1000, the truck lost all power, and the cab started filling with smoke, fire was escalating under the truck and hood. Possible engine failure. *yd