This data is from the NHTSA — the US gov't agency tasked with vehicle safety. Complaints are spread across multiple & redundant categories, & are not organized by problem.
So how do you find out what problems are occurring? For this NHTSA complaint data, the only way is to read through the comments below. Any duplicates or errors? It's not us.
1999 Ford Escort made a grinding noise when brakes were applied. Upon inspection mechanic determined it was the tone ring that needed to be replaced. The consumer was told that the tone ring is a part of the ABS system. The consumer contacted the manufacturer but since the vehicle was no longer under warranty they provided not assistance.
Brakes work intermittently. Consumer was travelng 40mph when someone turned in front of consumer, he slammed on brakes, but there were none. 2 different dealers have stated to bring vehicle in when problem first accurs.
ABS brakes failed in dry, sunny weather in school zone at 3 pm when kids were coming out of school. Could not turn vehicle onto sidewalk because of children and hit stopped vehicle despite a 200 ft stopping distance at 25 mph. ABS brakes did not slow vehicle at all. Ford claims no ABS brake defect. Car returned from Ford dealer's collision body shop after 3 months. Car now stops but likely has undiagnosed ABS brake defect. Ford refuses to provide a letter stating that car is safe to drive. Car is likely hazard to family drivers and the public. Please help me.
- Dumont, NJ, USA
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While approaching a red light brake pedal was applied, and it went straight to the floor, consumer had it checked out, and found that the brakes lines had exploded, and all the fluid was lost. Dealer has been contacted.
While driving at 45 mph downshifted to second gear and was making a right, lost control of vehicle. Consumer had no brakes/no powersteering, and vehicle went across on the other side of the road about 137 feet and end up on the passenger's side.
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- Cumberland, OH, USA