Tl* the contact owns a 2010 newmark cayon star rv. The vehicle was equipped with a 2008 ford f-53 chassis. The contact stated while driving approximately 35 MPH, the brake pedal traveled to the floor upon engaging. The vehicle failed to slow down until after down shifting and applying the emergency brake. The vehicle was towed to an authorized dealer, who replaced that the four calipers and rotors, five brake lines. In addition, the front and rear brake pads were replaced. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 9,960. Updated 09/16/14*lj the consumer stated the calipers were sticking in applied position resulting in abnormal heat generation at the wheelend. This caused brake drag. This caused 2 brake lines to rupture. Updated 1/16/15
The worst 2008 Ford F-53 problems
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Recalls
No recalls on record for this model year.
Technical service bulletins for the 2008 Ford F-53 11
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless...
- All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code
- When performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving MERCON SP, MERCON LV has replaced all...
- For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to
- Various vehicles equipped with a 4.6L, 5.4L, 6.8L modular 3 valve engine built on or before 8-Jan-2016 may...
- Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or...
- The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with...
- When ordering a 2005 to 2008 remanufactured 5.4L 3v or 6.8L 3v engine, spark plug boots may be provided in...
- The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic...
- Ford: when shifting between park, reverse and/or during 2-3 shift, an intermittent clunk occurs with a...
What 2008 Ford F-53 owners say
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Questions about the 2008 Ford F-53
Is the 2008 Ford F-53 reliable?
Owners have filed 1 complaint about the 2008 Ford F-53, fewer than a typical F-53 model year.
What is the most common problem with the 2008 Ford F-53?
Brakes, with 1 complaint.
How many recalls does the 2008 Ford F-53 have?
No recalls on record.
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