1997 Ford Taurus: ABS light or ABS activating

Filed Oct 2, 2004 · Brakes · FL

Brake line burst on 2 different ford cars in same week! And in both cases it was rot, and in both cases it was the hard tubing, not the hoses. One a 1997, so it was only 7 years old. Brake line rotted enough to burst during firm stop. The new ABS style brake lines are dangerously thinner than the older style brake lines. They also seem to have electrostatic properties that cause premature rotting in some cases. The piece that broke was much more rotted than the other pieces attached the holding clips actually causes more rotting because water collects in the open space where it hold the thinner brake line. It is extremely dangerous that these brake lines are being made much thinner. Also on the 1997 ford taurus the brake lines hang down lower than other suspension in the middle and present a hazard during winter when cars may be driven across frozen snow. Ford engineers need to go back to school. Brake line tubing walls must be made thicker. I have had many cars and driven them over 100k miles each and never had a brake line burst for rot before. This car broke at around 80k I think. Date is approximate...I'm not going to look up the repair bill right now. Ford could easily be number one if they stop doing stupid things like this.

Filed Jun 4, 2004 · Brakes, Electrical · 27,000 miles · GA

While driving at any speed ABS light appeared on the dashboard. Consumer took the vehicle to the dealership for inspection. *ak the check engine soon had also come on. The consumer stated that the lights would come on intermittently, both at different times.

Filed Nov 14, 2003 · Body, Brakes · 90 miles · CA

The dashboard is separating in layers from the frame of the instrument panel. There is tsb 00203 concerning this problem. Also, the consumer is having problems with the ABS light coming on and staying on.

Filed Mar 14, 2002 · Brakes · MI

While driving, without warning, engine check light/ ABS light on dashboard illuminated. Consumer was referred to dealer ship or manufacturer.

Filed Sep 24, 1999 · Brakes · PA

Abs pump failure dealer estimated cost to repair $ 1,500.00. Ford refused any financial help with the problem

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Brakes · CA

Abs right rear sensor control module failed. Mgm

Filed Jun 12, 1998 · Brakes · MI

When appyling the ABS brakes on wet pavement the pedal trvaels to the floor, causing extended stopping distance. Please give any further details.

Filed Jul 29, 1997 · Brakes · PA · crash

When applying the ABS brakes in a sudden stop with wet conditions, the vehicle brakes failed to stop the vehicle. Please describe details. The vehicle involved was a rental car.