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really awful
Crashes / Fires:
18 / 3
Injuries / Deaths:
8 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,408 miles

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1997 Ford F-150 brakes problems

brakes problem

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1997 Ford F-150 Owner Comments (Page 4 of 6)

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problem #51

Oct 151998

F-150 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Anti lock brakes fail continually, experiences lock up and extended stopping distances. Mjs

- North King, RI, USA

problem #50

Jan 141998

F-150

  • miles
Brake system has been in for repairs on several occasions, due to vibration and lock up/pulling while braking, not rectified by repairs. Mjs

- Lexington, NC, USA

problem #49

Jan 011999

F-150

  • miles
Vehicle has been experiencing problem with brake system; vehicle been in/out of dealer shop on three occasions in which rotors have been turned on during repairs, consumer believed warped rotors caused vehicle to vibrate whenever the brakes were being used. Asking NHTSA for help in this matter.

- Plesentplains, AS, USA

problem #48

Mar 051999

F-150

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

No summary

- Rittman, OH, USA

problem #47

Nov 011998

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
EA98018; the floormat moved underneath the accelerator pedal and caused the throttle to stick, had to turn off the vehicle to shut off, almost resulting an accident. Also problems with braking system in which brake pedal goes to the floor and extended stopping distance occurs. Dealer said the brakes represnt the characterists of the vehicle.

- Sterling, IL, USA

problem #46

Feb 171999

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
Dry day; while driving on flat ground, pulling into parking stall, and when making a right turn, front left made a racheting sound. As consumer pressed on brakes, applying more and more pressure, vehicle stopped after proceeding approximately two car lengths. The brakes have failed more the two times. Dealership cannot duplicate problem-,and says there's nothing they could do.

- Shoreline, WA, USA

problem #45

Aug 271998

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

Owner has ABS brakes. In any weather or pavement conditions when ABS brakes are applied vehicle fails to stop. Pedal goes to the floor. Cause unknown.

- Alden, GA, USA

problem #44

Aug 011997

F-150

  • miles
ABS system fails continually.

- Los Gatos, CA, USA

problem #43

Oct 041998

F-150 4WD

  • miles
While driving approximately 55 mph, consumer proceeded to stop at a stop light, the vehicle went straight through the light there were no brakes, after pumping the brakes, the pressure came back, but the brakes were hard. Consumer states the vehicle also shook as if the rotors were coming apart.

- Nicholasville, KY, USA

problem #42

Jan 191998

F-150

  • miles
Consumer experiencing problem with brakes not stopping vehicle properly. Been in /out of dealer shop, rear brakes were adjusted, but did not correct the problem.

- Brackenridge, PA, USA

problem #41

Sep 241998

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles

A D V E R T I S E M E N T S

ABS brake warning light remains illuminated, indicating malfunction within the system. Also, when applying the brakes the pedal pulsates, causing extended stopping distance.

- Chicopee, MA, USA

problem #40

Jan 161998

F-150

  • miles
While applying the brakes the anti- lock brake system locks up.the vehicle moves very slow and there is a lot of vibration in vehicle. Vehicle was at the dealer three times for repairs. Dealer can't determine what is the problem.

- Great Falls, MT, USA

problem #39

Aug 011998

F-150

  • miles
Brakes not effective under moderate hard braking. They make a clacking noise. Seems as though the ABS is not allowing the calipers, shoes and pads to work as one unit.

- Malibu, CA, USA

problem #38

Jun 011997

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Anti-lock brakes lock up causing loss of control on occasion. (qcaw)

- Geneva, NY, USA

problem #37

Aug 071998

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
While applying the brakes the rear brakes locked up, causing the vehicle to continue traveling.

- Brookville, PA, USA

problem #36

Jul 161998

(reported on)

F-150

  • miles
In wet weather conditions rear ABS brakes do not stop vehicle. Dealers are aware of problem, but cannot correct.

- Desmoines, IA, USA

problem #35

May 301997

F-150

  • miles
Vehicle still in shop because the brakes are not working properly, the brakes had failed many times before, and driver is unhappy about this matter. Dealer told driver that they will replace vehicle.

- Pompano Beach, FL, USA

problem #34

Dec 101996

F-150

  • miles
Location of exhaust system in front of passenger's side causes the ABS brakes to freeze up in winter. Have not taken to dealer as of yet.

- Willow Lake, SD, USA

problem #33

Mar 151997

F-150

  • miles
Whenever brakes are applied, damp, rainy or cold weather, the brakes would make noise & lock up. An intermittent problem. Took vehicle to dealership & mechanic checked it. Had replaced pads & drums on brakes. Had the brakes inpspected & told brakes were okay, but still have problem. Was told by mechanic to come once a month to have it checked. Manufacturer knows of problem.

- Auburn, MA, USA

problem #32

May 271998

(reported on)

F-150

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
When the weather is cold or wet the first couple of times the brakes are applied the rear wheels lock up. Dealer says there is no fix.

- Clinton Township, MI, USA

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