Emergency parking brake malfunctioned. There is a recall 94v077 concerning emegency brake failure. But this vehicle is not included in the recall although it has the same problem due to VIN. Brake does not hold, it clicks or "rachets" down as if functioning but then vehicle begins to roll.
1994 Ford Ranger: brake failure
28 of the 437 complaints about the 1994 Ford Ranger describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 28
- of this car's complaints
- 6%
- recalls
- 2
Is there a fix? There are 2 recalls and 15 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Parking brake failed resulting in vehicle roll over (when unoccupied), recall notice was not received.
Coming to a stop; heard a pop; had no brakes. Hit a building. Checked under hood & noticed master cylinder just hanging; no support. Called dealer. Was informed recall on vehicle's master cylinder studs (#96v024000 & 396v024001). Took vehicle to dealer & left it. Later was called informed no recalls for master cylinder.
Brakes failed after recall repair.
Parking brake failed, causing accident.
Parking brake failed after recall repair.
Emergency brake failed, causing vehicle to roll backwards/accident.
Abs brake failure, when driving at any speed and brakes are applied vehicle pulls and pedal pulsates and brakes grind.
Parking brake failed, causing accident.
Parking brake failed, causing accident.
Parking brake failed, causing accident.
Emergency brake failed prior to recall.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Vehicles may experience parking brake pedal which goes to the floor with minimal effort- bronco and...
- Information regarding parking brake control assembly concerns- bronco and f-series built through 4/22/1994...
- Procedure for servicing parking brake- service tip- bronco and f-series built through 4/22/1994 and...
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- A comprehensive pull and drift diagnostic procedure has been developed to assist technicians with vehicle...
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: power assist: hydraulic
- What is wrong
- The studs which attach the brake master cylinder to the power brake vacuum booster assembly can develop stress corrosion cracking after being operated for an extended period of time in the southern california location.
- Risk
- If a crack occurs, it could result in one or both studs fracturing. The master cylinder could then separate from the vacuum booster, when the brakes are applied, preventing the service brakes from activating increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the power brake vacuum booster assembly.
Recall number 96V024001 · Recall details
Parking brake: conventional
- 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
Questions about the 1994 Ford Ranger brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1994 Ford Ranger?
28 of 437 owner complaints about the 1994 Ford Ranger (6%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1994.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1994 Ford Ranger?
There are 2 recalls and 15 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 1994 Ford Ranger
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