On 7/2/24, I went to Robinson Brothers Ford in Baton Rouge, LA to address an unrepaired Recall item on a 1994 F350. The service advisor refused to perform the recall work. They stated that the vehicle was too old. This recall is concerning an issue with a switch that can leak break fluid and cause an engine fire.
2000 Ford F-350 brakes problems
42 complaints (14% of all complaints for this car). Typical mileage when it fails: 63,424. 12 crashes reported.
- owner complaints
- 42
- of this car's complaints
- 14%
- typical mileage
- 63,424
- crashes
- 12
- recalls
- 0
Which part fails
- Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip22
- Foundation components4
- Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings2
- Foundation components: disc: rotor2
- Foundation components: disc: caliper2
- Power assist1
- Pedals and linkages1
- Foundation components: master cylinder1
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 2000 Ford F-350 brakes
Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.
Related recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Related investigations
Parking brake failure
On may 11, 1998, ford motor company filed a defect information report concerning parking brake failure on certain 1999 f-350 super duty vehicles built at the kentucky truck plant from january 26, 1998 through april 24, 1998; recall 98v‑101.the reduction in parking brake effectiveness may occur on some of these vehicles, and is caused by the rust preventative coating the surface of the parking brake lining material which reduces the frictional characteristics at the lining and rotor interface.on march 13, 2000, odi opened rq00-010 on parking brake failures on 1999-2000 model year super duty f-series vehicles, on the basis of six failure reports on those vehicles.odi now has 10 reports of parking brake failure on the 1999 subject vehicles, built outside of the recall population, including three crashes.the data in the above table does not include parking brake failures on the recalled 1999 f-350 vehicles.the data received from ford in its response to the rq00-010 information request, revealed a high failure rate for the 1999 f-450/550 vehicles (1200r/100k), and a high failure rate of the 1999 f-250/350 vehicles, manufactured outside several of the recall build months.it is recommended that an engineering analysis be opened to address the parking brake problem in the 1999 model year super duty f-series vehicles.
RQ00010
What 2000 Ford F-350 owners say
Most recent owner complaints, unedited.
Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f-350. The contact stated that the independent facility and the seller of the vehicle made no mention of a failure with the front brakes and the rear brakes, which were warped before the vehicle was sold. In addition, the engine cooling fan had holes. The vehicle was not inspected nor diagnosed by a dealer. The vehicle was inspected by an independent mechanic and it was diagnosed that the engine cooling fan, and front and rear brakes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer for diagnostic testing or repairs. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 148,000.
Brake lines failed and truck ran into fence.
While driving 5-70 MPH consumer lost power steering/braking. Consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. Deaalership repaired the power steering and brake components, but the consumer was still having the same problems.
Vehicle was traveling about 30 MPH when all of a sudden the brakes did not work. There was brake fluid spilling, and the emergency brake was applied, but it was still difficult for the vehicle to come to a complete stop.
The brake line had rusted . As a result, the brakes failed. No impact reported. *jb all the other lines including the fuel lines were rust free. *sc
While driving 45 MPH consumer applied the brake pedal and the brakes failed, causing consumer's vehicle to collide with the vehicle in front. Driver sustained minor injuries, and vehicle was towed to the dealer for inspection.
While applying the brake at various speeds, the vehicle vibrated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and they replaced both front rotors, however the problem resurfaced. Please provide any further information and complete this questionnaire.
Lost steering and brakes towing a trailer on an off ramp. High way 80 in wamsutter wy. Sudden loss of steering and brakes at the same time seems to be unsafe to me. To happen on a high way off ramp towing a trailer makes it even worse.
The brake pedal went to the floor when applied. The dealer has been notified.
Questions about the 2000 Ford F-350 brakes
Does the 2000 Ford F-350 have brakes problems?
Owners have filed 42 complaints about the brakes of the 2000 Ford F-350, 14% of all its complaints.
At what mileage do 2000 Ford F-350 brakes problems start?
The typical (median) mileage in owner complaints is 63,424 miles.
Was there a recall on the 2000 Ford F-350 brakes?
There is no recall for this problem on this model year.
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).
Other 2000 Ford F-350 problems
Tires 114Steering 44Transmission 28Suspension 24Engine 19Airbags 12Electrical 10Acceleration 9Fuel system 9Wheels 8Body 6Lights 6Visibility 4Seat belts 2
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