Abs brakes system complete failure due to master cylinder failure.
1990 Ford Thunderbird brakes complaints
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After all the problems that I have experienced with my ford thunderbird, I now refuse to purchase another ford car and I would never recommend a ford vehicle to anyone. Between the power window failures, transmission failure, air compressor failure, batter failure, fuel pump failure, throttle failure, etc... I could keep going on how much trouble it has put me through and waste of money that this car has cost me. I am completely dissatisfied. I wanted to purchase an american made vehicle for certain aspects of knowing I am helping out the us(job wise), but my views have since changed. Besides the fact that I refuse to buy another ford car, I realize that quality and safety are not ford's strength and may leave to purchase a foreign car to which I may find some happiness. It has gotten to the point where the car is in the shop ever other week. If it's not one problem, it is another. I am truly fed up. And by the way, I know for a fact that I am not the only person with these problems. I know others, who through bad experiences also refuse to buy ford vehicles.
Brake pedal would not go down when brakes were applied. Also, throttle was stuck all the way to the floor. Dealer not aware of the problem. Occurred during very in cold temperatures. Problem still exists. Provide further information.
The ABS brakes keep coming on and off. Consumer was told that when ABS light begins to come on the system is about to fail. Dealer was contacted and told the consumer that there is also a problem with the master cylinder.
Warped front brake rotors, causing brakes to shimmy upon braking.
Left front brake rotors warped, causing brakes to shimmy when applied.
Rotors were replaced 3 times/ pads were replaced 4 times, and the calipers have been rebuilt. Owner will contact the dealer.
While driving pedal snapped, causing total brake failure. Also, the mechanic said that the rotors rusted through and snapped in half. The manufacturer has been notified.
The ABS brake booster is leaking brake fluid onto the exhaust manifold. The dealer has been notified.
Vehicle has been in the repair shop (12) to (15) times for numerous braking problems, rotors/pads/drums or entire braking system has to be replaced. Vehicle is equipped with ABS.
Abs brakes failed, resulting in extended stopping distance.
Abs brakes failed, causing vehicle to lose control.
Abs: anti-lock brake light came on, pedal got hard, driver could not stop vehicle, no braking assist, pushed pedal hard, instead of normal stopping,vehicle went about 500 ft before stopping, no accident, however could have caused an accident.
Braking system failure and ABS warning light came on due to electronic relay.*ak dealer replaced hydraulic accumulator and relay assembly, however this did not remedy problem.
Abs: for 3rd time within 4 years, ABS and brake light comes on; brakes completely inoperative; pressed hard, may stop within 100 yards.
Tire had premature blowout.
Anti-lock warning light keeps coming on and the brake warning light. Please describe details. Tt
The ABS system went out. When brake was applied the pedal was hard and the car would not stop. Please describe. Tt
The car will surge and go up to speeds of 80mph and will not stop. Please describe. Tt
Abs light came on while driving while in parking lot ABS system went completely out. Tt
Three major times the ABS system went out completely. Please describe. Tt
Power brake motor failed due to shorting out, causing brakes to fail.
Have had three sets of brakes in the last 4 years brakes still grab and slip. Tt
Sudden racing of the engine. Driver has to ride the brakes until he shifts to neutral and turn the ignition off. Tt
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