1997 Ford F-350 brakes problems

Filed Mar 30, 2010 · Brakes · 280,000 miles · VA · fire

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford f-350 with a diesel engine. The contact stated that when he stopped at a traffic light, stop, the brake pedal felt unusually weak and there was a strong odor of brake fluid in the vehicle. The contact then accelerated to speeds of 10 MPH and made a turn. In doing so, he noticed flames from underneath the hood near the master cylinder. The engine was shut off and the fire department was called to extinguish the fire. There were no injuries. A fire report was filed accordingly. The vehicle was towed to the dealer; however, the dealer did not want the vehicle on the property and the contact to remove it immediately. There were no repairs made to the vehicle. The contact stated the vehicle was sold to a local junkyard. The approximate failure mileage was 275,404 and the current mileage was 275,404.

Filed Jun 10, 2008 · Brakes · 97,000 miles · NJ · crash

A steel brake line on my truck rusted and ruptured causing a complete brake failure. This is the second occurrence of this problem on this vehicle. The brake line had rusted and had a partial failure, causing a leak. The rusted section was replaced about 5 years ago. The recent line failure caused an accident.

Filed Nov 20, 2004 · Brakes · 82,000 miles · KY

While braking, with no warning, brakes failed. Brake line running from diverter to rear axle rusted through behind front fuel tank at plastic bracket. There was no pedal resistance and no braking at all. All fluid was lost. The hole in the line is about 0.250 inch long and about 0.045 inch wide. There was never a problem or a soft pedal prior to this. Luckily this occurred in a valley in a driveway while turning around so there was no damage. This would have been potentially catastrophic had it occurred while driving on the road or while maneuvering on a steep grade. The truck is clean with no body rust. I am replacing the brake line. This should never have happened on a 7 year old vehicle.

Filed Jul 12, 2003 · Brakes · NC

Both factory front brake rotors were found to have a large crack in them, extending from the center to the outer edge. Dealer replaced both. Now rotors last for approx. 15,000 miles before they become so warped that the truck shudders terribly when brakes are applied. Rotors have since had to be turned twice. Calipers do not seem to be dragging.

Filed Aug 6, 2002 · Brakes · OH

No summary listed for above vehicle.

Filed Apr 8, 2002 · Brakes · CA

While driving at 55mph and applying brakes, brakes hesitate to stop vehicle. Contacted dealer, dealer replaced parts 2 times. However, problem still occurring. *ak consumer states brake cables have been replaced on numerous occassions, due to dealer using the wrong cables, the cables are causing the brakes to fail.

Filed Oct 18, 2001 · Brakes · TX

Vehicle has been at dealer 7 times for brake problems. When applying brakes there was a grinding sound,like metal to metal. Also, extended braking distance. Dealer determined that emergency brake was not releasing properly, causing damage to brake drums. Drums have been replaced twice thus far. Dealer cannot remedy problem with emergency brake.

Filed Mar 13, 2001 · Brakes · PA

When pump fails there is a total loss of all braking and this happens with no warning.

Filed Jan 16, 2001 · Brakes · CA

Intermittently when brakes are applied vehicle experiences extended stopping distance.

Filed Nov 20, 2000 · Brakes, Suspension · FL

Consumer was slowing down for sharp curb & applied brakes, front wheel locked up. Vehicle went over bank of hill, heading toward a lake & eventually stopped sliding. Dealer and certified mechanic stated that nothing was wrong with it. Rotors seem to be warped. *ak front wheels squeal and grab when brakes are applied, excess dust was found in rear brake drums. Dealer stated that front end could not be aligned, after market comber bushings were installed on vehicle which was able to be aligned.