There was loose gravel on road and pavement was wet at the intersection, when attempting a right turn brakes locked up, vehicle lost control and involved in an accident.
1996 Ford Ranger brakes complaints
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Brakes lock up only during wet road conditions. Vehicle been to dealer's repair shop on three occasions, and problem still occurring. Please provide any further details on this matter .
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When truck is driven in the morning, no matter at what speed, rear brakes lock up. Truck is fine for the rest of day. Owner phoned two dealerships about problem. Owner was told by one of dealerships that there was a new material on the brake lining that would prevent this problem. Problem has not been corrected.
Consumer received recall (00t-005) notification, consumer went to the ford dealership and they stated the tires were not affected, however the firestone dealership inspected and changed the tires, consumer requesting reimbursement.
While driving on a narrow two-lane road, I proceeded to pass another vehicle. I accelerated and kicked the truck into passing gear. The throttle went to the wide open position and would not release. I used the brakes to fight the out of control engine and vehicle. I proceeded down the curvy for 3 to four miles until I got to a pullout place where I applied the brakes so hard that it killed the engine. The brakes were down to no pads, were very hot, and cooked out grease that caught on fire. I restarted the engine at which time the throttle was no longer stuck in the wide open position.
Passenger's front wheel locks up which causes brake lock up, and may result in a crash. Been to dealer several times. First time it was the rear brakes. Currently, dealer cannot determine the problem. Please provide further information.
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Transmission shifter cable has fallen on top of crossover pipe which is connected to the exhaust pipe ,burning through cable. The 1998 model was equipped with an added heat shield to prevent burning. Brake pads, shoes and calipers replaced on (7-22-99).
Abs light comes on, and the ABS brakes are locking up when applying the brakes at any speed.
Brakes grab in damp and humid weather.
In may of 1996 I purchased a new 1996 ford ranger 4 wheel drive xlt model. In the spring of 1997 (approx. May) I changed the mud flaps and disccovered that I had 2 each cracked rotors. I took the truck back to port city ford--route 104 east, oswego n.y. 13126--where I bought the vehicle. In 1998 this dealership was closed so I took my business to fred raynor ford in fulton n.y. Port city ford replaced both front rotors in may 1997 under warantee. In jan. 1998 took vehicle to port city ford for routine maintenance. Discovered that both front rotors were again cracked. Port city ford again replaced both front rotors under warantee. Approx. Mileage was 33,000 miles. In march of 1999 I discovered that the right front rotor was cracked. Port city ford had gone out of business so I took my truck to fred raynor ford in fulton,ny. They said that they couldn't retrieve my records from port city ford and that my 12000mile/12 month warantee on ford parts had expired. I paid them for a new right rotor, turned down right rotor, new brake pads and back brake inspection. In june, 1999, I replaced my rear brake shoes myself and had the truck inspected. The first week in july il noticed my brake peddal pulsating and discovered that my left front rotor had cracked. I went to fred raynor ford and talked with the service manager--brad stevens-- and set up an appt. For today-7/23/99- at 8am. They couldn't find anything wrong, so they called the ford tech hot line and talked to someone who specialized in ford rangers. That person said that they had not received any complaints nor did they have any knowlege of any ford rangers having rotor problems. I paid for another ford rotor today but I received a 10% discount and free labor. These people are treatling me as good as can be expected, but it looks like their hands are tied. Where do go from here? This problem has been inherent to this vehicle from day one.
On several occasions vehicle experienced a grinding / dragging noise, due to front suspension failure. However the front shocks were replaced, due to leaking. Also the sway bar experienced failure, which was replaced.
Design of the parking brake cable chafes against a suspension part on driver's side and shock absorber on the passenger's side causing damage, discovered before complete failure. Mjs
At least 12 sets of brakes put on vehicle"4 in uder 9000 miles, resulting in 2 accidents" 3 times at turning rotors/engine rebuilt at 52000 miles still with loss of porwer. 2 egr valves/2 wiper switches/syncronizers/2 slave cylinders on transmission and oil leak. All problems still exist. Engine idles high enough that the use of the gas pedal is not needed for intown driving. Speeds of 45mph can be obtained before hitting pedal.
When applying the ABS brakes they freeze/lock up, and the vehicle veers to the right, also extended stopping distance occurs cause unknown.
Heater switch failed.
When driving down on the highway if the brake pedal is pressed softly the rear brakes lock up and don't want to release. Dealer has been contacted.
Consumer was driving on the street, approx. 30-35 MPH, needed to apply brakes when vehicle braking system locked up without warning, causing vehicle to vibrate/shake/ and out of control. Dealer notified and informed consumer that the brakes was defective and repair at the cost to consumer.
When it's raining outside the rear wheels lock up when the brakes are applied. Dealer can't find solution.
Hydraulic brake system completely failed.
While consumer was driving on dry pavement ready to make a turn she put on brakes, the brake pedal went all the way down to the floor. Consumer managed to turn into a parking lot after pumping the brakes. Vehicle began to smoke and fluids leaking from the left side of the car. Then car caught on fire.
Brakes grab constantly, worse in damp weather.
Fron tand rear ABS brakes failed. Also replaced front brake pads and shoes.
While driving the bracket the holds the gas pedal in place broke away from the firewall, leaving no acceleration. When applying the brakes, the pedal would not go all the way down because the accelerator pedal was dangling behind the brake pedal. Driver was able to coast safely to a stop. The prolbem has not been corrected.
While parking brake was engaged vehicle rolled down a hill for no reason. Dealers have not looked into problem.
Vehicle pulls to the left when braking and steering wheel must be gripped tightly to control. Also, replaced pads/machined rotors and sanded shoes.
Vehicle pulls left when braking and steering wheel must be gripped tightly to control. Replaced pads/machined rotors and sanded shoes.
Emergency brakes have not failed, however the cable rubs against the sway bar bracket causing a hole in the cable housing.
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