Ford Transit grinding brakes problems

Filed Apr 1, 2025 · Engine, Transmission · GA

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle hesitated and vibrated while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was an abnormal grinding sound coming from the vehicle with the check engine warning light illuminated on the instrument panel. The vehicle was taken to dealer where it awaited a diagnostic test. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was provided a case number. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was unknown.

Filed Sep 17, 2024 · Acceleration, Suspension · 72,419 miles · MA

The contact owns a 2016 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle was vibrating abnormally. The contact stated that there was a loud squeaking noise while depressing the accelerator pedal. There was no warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and referred the contact to the NHSTA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 72,419.

Filed Jun 20, 2024 · Brakes · ID

We own a fleet of these vans and 5 out of the last 7 purchased from 2020-2023 have had total rear brake system failure. The calipers are not retracting and are overheating and freezing up the rear brake system. In some cases leaving our employee(s) stranded on the side of the road in the middle of winter storm waiting to get towed putting their safety at risk. The problem has been reproduced as it has happened on 5 of the last 7 vehicles we purchased. Our local Ford dealer has inspected these issues and we contacted the Ford Consumer phone today - spoke with Rena at Ford on 6/19/24 at approximately 2pm - 2:15pm PDT. No warning lamps or message alerts. Brakes are making a squeaky noise and hot smell prior to seizing. We have had to pay thousands of dollars for some of these repairs and towing. We wanted to alert Ford and you as we are noticing an alarming trend. In speaking with Ford Motor Company, they correlate this issue as a maintenance issue but if it was a maintenance issue, the front brakes would have failed before the rear. I will be completing this form for the additional VIN numbers. Thank you.

Filed Jun 19, 2024 · Brakes · ID

We own a fleet of these vans and 5 out of the last 7 purchased from 2020-2023 have had total rear brake system failure. The calipers are not retracting and are overheating and freezing up the rear brake system. In some cases leaving our employee(s) stranded on the side of the road in the middle of winter storm waiting to get towed putting their safety at risk. The problem has been reproduced as it has happened on 5 of the last 7 vehicles we purchased. Our local Ford dealer has inspected these issues and we contacted the Ford Consumer phone today - spoke with Rena at Ford on 6/19/24 at approximately 2pm - 2:15pm PDT. No warning lamps or message alerts. Brakes are making a squeaky noise and hot smell prior to seizing. We have had to pay thousands of dollars for some of these repairs and towing. We wanted to alert Ford and you as we are noticing an alarming trend. In speaking with Ford Motor Company, they correlate this issue as a maintenance issue but if it was a maintenance issue, the front brakes would have failed before the rear. I will be completing this form for the additional VIN numbers. Thank you.

Filed Jun 7, 2024 · Brakes · 160,000 miles · PA

The contact owns a 2018 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, an abnormal squeaking sound would be emitted from the vehicle without warning. The contact stated that the sound went away upon the depression of the brake pedal. Since owning the vehicle, the contact had taken the vehicle to the dealer for an oil change, each time, the contact was informed that both the brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced. The contact stated that the clips needed to keep the brake pads in place fractured approximately 20-50 miles after being replaced. The contact stated that the brake pads and rotors had been replaced several times due to the failure. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and acknowledged the failure; however, no assistance was provided. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 160,000.

Filed Feb 25, 2024 · Transmission · NY

Had driveshaft parts replaced on recall. After recall, driveshaft produced an obtrusive rpm-proportional grinding noise, especially on acceleration or slow turns.

Filed Jan 31, 2024 · Transmission · 123,000 miles · TN

The contact owns a 2017 Ford Transit. The contact stated while driving 40-50 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal rattling and humming sound. Additionally, the vehicle was shuddering. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact was able to continue driving. The contact stated that the failure increased, and the vehicle made an abnormal loud grinding sound. The contact later noticed a burning odor inside the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, where it was diagnosed that the driveshaft flexible coupling was fractured. The mechanic determined that the flexible coupling needed to be replaced; however, the part had been discontinued. The vehicle was not repaired. An unknown dealer was notified of the failure and informed the contact that the vehicle was previously repaired under the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 17V408000 (Power Train); however, the failure persisted. The contact related the failure to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V767000 (Power Train) however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 123,000.

Filed May 16, 2023 · Transmission · 110,000 miles · NC

The contact owns a 2015 Ford Transit. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was an abnormal grinding sound detected. There were no warning lights illuminated. The local dealer was contacted but was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact stated that the failure was related to the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V767000 Power Train) for which the VIN was included. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed May 2, 2021 · Engine, Transmission · 5,000 miles · HI

Driving vehicle on the road and experience transmission slipping, about an hour later it started making whining noise, then gear shifted and vehicle skid. Started making light grinding noise while shifting gears. After cooling, van would shift gears but not move, including reverse. Took to dealership and they said van had a transmission leak. Van did not have any evidence of leakage, from puddles under vehicle to any trail of fluid or mess when inspecting under vehicle. Had the van for less than 30 days and they say 10 quarts of oil leaked! There is no transmission fluid on my driveway at all!

Filed Dec 31, 2020 · Transmission · 97,000 miles · NY

Tl* the contact owns 2015 ford transit. The contact stated that the front driveshaft was replaced under the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v767000 (power train). After the vehicle was repaired, it was noticed that while driving approximately 40 MPH, the vehicle made an abnormal squeaking sound. The vehicle was taken to schultz ford (80 ny-304, nanuet, ny 10954; (845) 624-3600) and the contact was informed that the rear driveshaft needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The contact was informed that the rear driveshaft was not included in the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 97,000.