1993 Ford F-350 brakes problems

28 complaints (28% of all complaints for this car). 4 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 28
of this car's complaints: 28%
crashes: 4
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
14
Foundation components: disc
5
Foundation components: master cylinder
3
Foundation components
3
Foundation components: drum
2
Foundation components: drum: shoes/linings
1
Foundation components: disc: rotor
1
Foundation components: disc: pads
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

0k-25k

25k-50k

50k-75k

75k-100k

100k-125k

125k-150k

150k-175k

175k-200k

200k+

Ford F-350 brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1993 Ford F-350 brakes

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

Brake failure 12 ABS 11

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

Related investigations

Hydraulic brake line cracks/leaksOpened January 25, 1994, closed April 29, 1994

There is no summary currently available

PE94004

What 1993 Ford F-350 owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Nov 4, 2015 · Body, Brakes · 190,000 miles · IA

Had both of my steer tires blow out going down the high way right side I had a trailer on and the other I had just got on to the interstate. Put a hole in my floor on driverside and broke the brake line on the driverside as well. Passenger side just let loose with no warning. I still have all four tires and the tread. These were 235/85r16

Filed Aug 13, 2008 · Brakes · 45,000 miles · TX

Tl*the contact owns a 1993 ford f350. The contact stated that the parking brake system was ineffective. The parking brake does not hold the vehicle and causes it to roll freely. He took the vehicle to the dealer on two occasions and they replaced the brake cables twice at the cost of $300 each. When the failure resurfaced, the contact called the manufacturer in reference to the federal safety agency campaign id number 94v169001 (parking brake:conventional) and was informed that his VIN was not included in the recall. The contact would be responsible for the repairs. The failure mileage was 45,000 and current mileage was 202,000.

Filed Apr 8, 2003 · Brakes · 200,000 miles · FL

The rear brakes locked up, when they were pressed.

Filed Apr 18, 2001 · Brakes · TX

When brakes are applied front disc brakes lock up, creating extreme vibration which results in loss of steering control.

Filed Apr 9, 2001 · Brakes · GA

Repeated failure of all disc brake components (rubber, cylinders, etc.) 18,000 miles and again at 49,000 miles.

Filed Apr 6, 2000 · Brakes · NJ

When brakes are applied they pulsate. Dealer has informed the consumer that the brake system has dry rotted and needed to be replaced.

Filed Aug 4, 1999 · Brakes · CA

When driving and using the emergency brake, the emergency brake goes all the way to the floor, and consumer has to reset the emergency brake.

Filed Jun 29, 1998 · Brakes · OH

I had to stop suddenly, and the brake pedal went to the floor, and didn't slow the vehicle down. I swirved to miss a car, and was side swiped by a truck. If the brakes would have worked properly, the accident would have been avoidable.

Filed Jun 16, 1998 · Brakes · GA

When applying the brakes and then releasing the brakes, a few seconds later, the calipers have burned up. Then there are no brakes. Has been happening for 3 years. Dealer has replaced the whole brake system, still no solution to problem.

Filed May 27, 1998 · Brakes · GA

Master cylinder failed several times.

Questions about the 1993 Ford F-350 brakes

Does the 1993 Ford F-350 have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 28 complaints about the brakes of the 1993 Ford F-350, 28% of all its complaints, more than any other problem.

At what mileage do 1993 Ford F-350 brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1993 Ford F-350 brakes?

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

What year does the Ford F-350 have bad brakes?

The Ford F-350 model years with the most brakes complaints are 1999 (78 complaints), 2000 (42 complaints) and 1995 (41 complaints).