The vehicle was parked with it's parking brake engage when it suddenly began to roll, the vehicle rolled into neighbors yard knocking down a pine tree, the consumer was unaware of recall oov-349 for the parking brake and requests reimbursement (karen canter claims dept). Nlm
1998 Ford Mustang brakes complaints
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There is a rattling sound in the exhaust system, vehicle taken to dealeship, no problem found, new muffler put on, however noise still continued, vehicle taken back to dealership, owner was informed that the wrongg muffler was put on vehicle. Cj
Recall component failed prior to recall (00s37) notification resulting in collision, the vehicle was parked with the emergency brake engaged when it failed, the vehicle rolled into the lawn, knocking down a pine tree. (insurance company writing in)
Consumer stopped vehicle on a slight grade, applied emergency brake, and exited vehicle, a pop sound was heard and vehicle began to roll down the grade until it struck a tree, consumer is requesting payment for damages be made to insurance company. (a recovery management specialist wrote in for client)
Consumer received recall 00v349, however the emergency brake failed, causing an accident, consumer had applied the brake while vacating the vehicle, the brake released itself causing it to roll and hit a wall on a curb.
The vehicles park brake control assembly failed prior to recall notice 00v‑349 causing the vehicle to roll down a hill and hit a stone wall damaging the rear end, consumer request reimbursement. Nlm
Excessive wear of rear brake shoes due to defective caliper. Vehicle experienced a head gasket failure due to water pump breaking off bracket, and causing a serpentine belt failure. Dealer / manufacturer notified, and informed consumer that nothing would be done due to expired warranty, and vehicle was not covered under a recall. *ak consumer had water pump casing and bills on request.
Consumer stated that vehicle was parked in a parking lot. Emergency brake was up, and brake didn't hold at all, causing vehicle to roll down the hill and hit a tree. Dealership was aware of the problem. They were waiting for the part to come in.
When driving 30 MPH and upon depressing brake pedal to make a normal stop steering wheel locked up, causing extended stopping distance, resulting in an accident. Many mechanics stated to the consumer that the weight shifts from the back to the front when the brakes are applied, causing the anti-brake system to become confused and lock up the steering wheel. The consumer would then have to pump the brakes quickly to disengage the locked steering wheel, the vehicle has been labeled as a lemon by the national transportation safety board and ford credit service center and representatives.
Emergency parking brake fails to catch when lever is pulled up. Would sometimes hear a click & the vehicle would roll backwards. Emergency brake lever had released. Took vehicle to dealership at least 3 times, & mechanic could not locate the problem each time. Emergency brake problem is intermittent.
Parking brake failed to hold the vehicle, causing vehicle to roll. Yh
Emergency brake failed allowing the vehicle to roll backwards out of consumer driveway and hit a tree. Nlm
Braking, and shifting (automatic). Need information on making ford pay for the lemon!
Rotors warped causing vibration while driving at 50-60 MPH. Mjs
While vehicle was parked with the emergency parking brake engaged, vehcile rolled backwards, hitting a telephone pole. Please give any further details.
Consumer was driving at 20-25 MPH and suddenly vehicle lost all power. Engine just shut down, leaving consumer with no control of the steering/ ABS system. Went to stop by applying the brakes and crashed over some bumps in the street. Dealer has been contacted.
1. Convertible roof was out of alignment when car was received, .25# gaps between seals of front section of folding roof. 2. Harsh noise was heard when braking and turning, diagnosed to be "water dripping on exhaust pipe" by dealer(?!!) A/C also not strong-possibly replaced (never fully told) brake shoes/pads also worked on. 3. While driving on highway, going uphill, car began slowing down, pulled onto shoulder as car stopped. Diagnosed as fuel pump failure.
Vehicle rolled backward while parking brake was still engaged causing it to hit another vehicle.
I apply brakes, one front brake locks and steering pulls very hard to the left or right, so hard that it will almost pull the steering wheel out of your hand. The steering also locks and I can not steer the automobile. I have to release the brakes to regain control of the steering and release the locked brake.
Master cylinder failed and the fluid brake hydro boost unit.
Driving at 40 MPH started into turn but not yet turning the steering wheel the tires locked up and steering wheel locked up for no apparent reason. The car viered off the road and into a farmers field. I was only bruised but the car is damaged. Ford service rep. Is stating the car is showing no faulty codes. The brakes had been replaced under warranty just three weeks earlier and the car would not start for no apparent reason back in july and august finally fixed they replaced the starter (ford)
Brakes do not work properly.
The defective emergency parking brake malfunctioned when the vehicle was parked and the key out of the ignition, and the emergency parking brake up. The vehicle rolled away, hitting a tree, which may have caused injuries. The emergency parking brake is still in the "up position" after the accident. Cause unknown. Please provide further details.
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