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.
EA96026; the vehicle braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance. The anti-lock braking light comes on, and there is a clicking noise when braking. Dealer cannot determine problem.
Whenever ABS brakes are applied, the pedal goes to the floor. Its an intermittent problem. Vehicle would stop further than normal. Had vehicle repaired. ABS computer is not working now.
When minivan slowed down and driver applied the brakes there were no brakes, driver did not pump the brakes. Consumer stated he slowed from 70mph to 30 mph with no problems while entering city limits, when slowing at a traffic light ahead, brakes were inoperable causing a crash and $8000 worth of damage. Consumer states that the rear window windshield wiper, washer, and defroster switch is too low, one has to take their eyes off the road to find it. Radio controls do not allow for manual operation without diverting the driver's attention from driving vehicle.
EA96-026; the defective braking system malfunctioned, causing brake fading and extended stopping distance, almost causing an accident. Dealer cannot determine problem.
Had started applying brakes (ABS) when it made a crunching, grinding noise. Can feel it happening. Its an intermitten problem. Took to dealer & problem not duplicated. Had pads/rotors/front shoes and front ABS sensors replaced. Brakes noise still exists.
Intermittently when applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and begins to fade, causing extended stopping distance. The dealer has is unable to duplicate the problem.
The ABS light and the emergency brake light came on while driving.. the owner took vehicle to the Ford dealer for repair of brakes. Vehicle is currently at the dealer.
Upon application of brakes vehicle clangs/rattles at low speed when going uphill. Also replaced front brake rotors/drums/calipers and blown out engine head gasket.
ABS brakes wont's stop vehicle, this is especially apparent when the vehicle is first started. Twice in past few months came close to causing a serious accident.
Brakes: Driving approximately 35 mph and putting foot on brakes and vehicle did not slow down. Had to push pedal very hard and vehicle started to slide. Took in to dealer and was told brakes were out of alignment. The self adjusters do not compensate to normal wear and create unsafe condition.
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- Florissant, MO, USA