Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 9845 | 03/02/1998 | 601264 | Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc | 07/15/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||||
| 99411 | 03/08/1999 | 604767 | Vehicles experiencing increased brake pedal effort and / or false abs cycling at low speeds, or abs lamp illumination. *tt | 05/12/1999 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 12216 | 12/01/1998 | 615477 | This bulletin mentions that for all vehicles with antilock brake module concerns that require a module replacement, the technician must call for approval before removing and / or replacing the module. *tt | 01/17/2001 | |
| 991313 | 06/28/1999 | 606515 | Subject regarding anti-lock brake lamp illumination, increased break pedal effort and / or false anti-lock brake system (abs) cycling at low speeds. *tt | 08/26/1999 | |
| BC0676961025 | 10/25/1996 | 50355 | Information when electronic/hydraulic control unit (ehcu) malfunctions. *tt | 04/24/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| 14905 | 05/01/2001 | 620219 | Some vehicles may exhibit amber anti-lock brake system (abs) lamp on with undefined diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) stored. *tt | 07/20/2001 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 99194 | 09/20/1999 | 6090082 | Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt | 03/06/2000 | |
| 985A11 | 03/18/1998 | 601009 | Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 9814 | 01/19/1998 | 605562 | Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt | 07/09/1999 | |
| 985A5 | 03/18/1998 | 601003 | Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT | |||||
| 02176 | 09/02/2002 | 10008580 | Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj | 08/05/2004 | |
| BC9673961001 | 10/01/1996 | 50533 | Procedure for brake exterior lights stay on (tail & high mount stop light). *tt | 05/27/1997 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK | |||
| 07/12/1999 | 1 | 12/01/1997 | |
| Abs light illuminated. brake operation sporatic. dealer found failed speed sensor. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 04/16/2004 | 15000 | 200 | |
| Abs brakes: brakes on '97 ford expidition often failed due to malfunctioning abs brakes. pedal becomes jerky and will not go down. clunking noise from front. does not happen consistantly. i have to approach very cautiously to avoid collosions. every other owner i have talked to has same complaint, yet ford has no knowledge of it. front breaks have been redone, still happens. has done it since new.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - ANTILOCK - WHEEL SPEED SENSOR | |||
| 02/07/2005 | 123000 | 1 | 08/01/2001 |
| Abs braking system intermittently engages while driving, resulting in vehicle not being able to stop. dealer has been contacted. no results, dealer couldn't find any problem, replaced wheel sensor, no result as well. it happens while loe speed driving only.this is a daily routine. *ak | |||
| 5 | 04/12/1997 | ||
| Would be driving vehicle & applying brakes (abs) & pedal would pulsate. vehicle would fail to stop. problem is intermittent. abs light kept coming on and staying. would only go off when vehicle is not on. took to dealership & was informed tsb on vehicle & it was out of warranty, by 5 weeks with only 4163 miles. *ak the vehicle is used to pull boat, and has extremely poor fuel mileage .this vehicle had two brake failures due to bad sensors. the manufacturer installed defective sinsors which are safety hazard but refuses admit. *yh | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 03/31/1998 | 1 | 12/01/1997 | |
| Rt rear brake caliper broken and torn out of backing plate and axle housing | |||
| 06/20/1996 | 2 | 01/01/1997 | |
| Brake calipers rust, deteriorate and fail without warning. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC | |||
| 08/20/2008 | 136000 | 1 | |
| Initially, while applying the brakes on dry pavement, the abs would engage intermittently. the front brakes were replaced after this happened. unfortunately, it continued to occur intermittently. after which, the abs light would light up. the rear abs sensor was replaced and it still continued to happen, but the brake pedal would be hard initially but could be pushed through. a bearing was replaced on the frontend. the abs would continue to engage randomly. now, after the vehicle has been driven, then sat for 15-30 minutes, and then driven again, the abs will engage--but then the brake pedal is very hard and difficult to push. the abs light comes on. our mechanic is now using his tech hotline to learn how to fix this. *tr | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 11/24/2011 | 145000 | ||
| While driving on a expressway traveling at 55mph, my wife felt a thumping and heard noise coming from under the truck. when i looked underneath, i noticed 2 holes punched through the backing plate of the rear brakes on the drivers side. i pulled the wheel and the rotor off and the parking brake shoes and hardware fell out onto the ground. after talking to a ford dealership i learned that this is a common problem with expeditions. i researched it on line and found other reports of the same issue including some instances of wheels locking up. this could cause serious accidents. why has ford not issued a recall? i have also had 2 leaking exhaust manifold gaskets that i am told is also common. | |||
| 08/01/2010 | 133000 | ||
| Lost brakes on 476 outside of philly ditched car so i would not hit stopped cars, totalled my expedition and wifekids dog and i all survived, just bleeding airbag burns. | |||
| 08/01/2009 | 165 | 1 | |
| My brakes started squiking, and that went on for about a week and then it became hard for me to stop. so now i have a lot of squiking and i have to stop way before i am suppose to. i bought some brake pads that did not fix the problem. *tr | |||
| 04/11/2009 | 106000 | 1 | |
| Rubber brake line separated at the caliper. caused total loss of braking power. luckily i was pulling into the driveway at a slow speed when this happened. *tr | |||
| 05/28/2008 | 113000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 1997 ford expedition. while driving 45 mph, the contact attempted to stop the vehicle and the brake pedal nearly touched the floorboard when it was depressed. the contact was able to stop the vehicle; however, the stopping distance had doubled. the contact examined the vehicle and noticed that the brake line was extremely rusted and had a pinhole. the vehicle has not been diagnosed by the dealer. the current and failure mileages were 113,000. | |||
| 09/22/2005 | 72070 | 1 | |
| 1997 ford expedition brakes failed during a forced evasive maneuver to avoid a head on collision. *ts *sc | |||
| 10/15/2004 | 95000 | 1 | 11/15/1997 |
| 1997 ford expedition was parked in driveway. under hood fire and smoke erupted. cruise control disconnect switch had burst into flames and set brake fluid on fire. significant damage. parts replaced, old parts available. | |||
| 06/12/2002 | 62000 | 2 | 06/01/2001 |
| When pushing on the brake pedal it took an extra twenty feet to stop. it felt like it was on ice. the dealer inspected the brakes and found no defects, and the computer showed nothing. *ak the brakes would get hard and the calipers were clicking. when the vehicle had gone over bumps, the abs light would appear on the dash. the vehicle would be turned off and back on and the light would go off. *sc *jb | |||
| 02/01/2004 | 55000 | 2 | 03/01/1997 |
| The consumer stated that the differential failed. the consumer heard a hissing noise coming from the rear of the vehicle. the mechanic at the ford dealership determined that the differential was defective. *ak the brakes made noise when the vehicle was in motion. *sc *jb | |||
| 08/17/1997 | 5 | 04/25/1997 | |
| On five occasions while attempting to stop, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 08/20/2006 | 100000 | 2 | |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving 20 mph on a dry road during normal braking conditions, the brake pedal went all the way to the floor which resulting in an extended stopping distance. this was accompanied by a groaning noise in the brakes. the vehicle stopped after driving up over a roadside curb. the vehicle was not immediately taken in for service. updated 9/13/2006 - the vehicle was taken to a ford dealer who determined that the driver's side front hub assembly was bad. the vehicle was taken to a local repair facility for repair. *nm | |||
| 07/10/2006 | 13 | 09/23/2001 | |
| Abs light comes on at random times. brake failure at slow to moderate speeds like in antilock mode or like stopping on gravel. pedal stiff and cannot pump brakes while feeling and sounding jerky. have replaced wheel speed sensor and abs solenoid sensor. will finally grab and stop after approx. 20 feet of pumping. *nm | |||
| 03/18/2004 | 10000 | 4 | |
| While braking the brake pedal went to the floor. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak | |||
| 01/01/1999 | |||
| Abs braking system intermittently engages while driving, resulting in vehicle not being able to stop. dealer has been contacted. please provide further details.*ak | |||
| 07/27/2001 | 1 | ||
| While driving attempted to slow down to make a turn, and found out that vehicle did not have any brakes. took automobile to repair shop, and found out that abs unit was not preforming.*ak consumer states there was never any kind of warning prior or after incident. *slc | |||
| 04/02/2001 | 1 | 01/01/2001 | |
| From a parking space at a strip mall i backed into a 3' concrete pole, when i applied my foot to the brake and put the vehicle in drive , the vehicle sped off as if i had floored the accelerator. no amount of pumping the brakes did any good. i hit two other cars, took out a brick column and didn't stop until i hit a second brick column. witnesses say that they did see brake lights on my vehicle. *ak | |||
| 10/07/1998 | 5 | 07/01/1998 | |
| This vehicle has had no brakes on numerous occasions. when we took it in to our local ford dealership for the first time on 10-7-98, we were told because they cannot duplicate the problem, we have no problem. when it was taken in on 1-27-99 to our local ford dealership they called the manufacture this time to find out if any other expeditions might of had this same sort of problem and was advised no. they decided because it had the same brake system as another ford vehicle to change the front sensors. when i went to pick the vehicle up from them, i was told by the service manager that i should drive with the anticipation that the brakes could go out at any given time. they were not sure that this fixed the problem. well low and behold the brakes went out again, this time a solo accident with this vehicle with no brakes. we were very lucky no other vehicles were involved as someone would definitely have gotten killed. this vehicle definitely poses a high safety risk to the roads and highways it is driven on.*ak | |||
| 04/11/2001 | |||
| Abs kicks in on dry pavement, and vehicle won't stop on ice or snow. consumer once almost rear ended another vehicle. *ak | |||
| When applying brakes pedal pulsates and then goes to floor, causing extended stopping distance. cause unknown. please give any further details. *ak | |||
| 05/01/1997 | 4 | 04/01/1996 | |
| From date of purchase there were problems with abs. abs brake system replaced 4 times. when driving 30 mph or less and applying brakes, lost all braking ability. *ak | |||
| 02/28/1999 | 2 | 03/01/1997 | |
| Vehicle has no brakes at low speeds during failure. it can be intermittent. the system thinks the wheels are locked and will not allow brakes to apply. i used to work for ford. this is known within the company, but is kept very quiet. dealers must call and speak to someone to get help. the problem is not documented with tsb's or other service information systems.*ak | |||
| 09/04/2000 | |||
| Vehicle accelerated suddenly and unexpectedly when brakes were applied. dealer has been notified.*ak | |||
| 5 | 04/12/1997 | ||
| Would be driving vehicle & applying brakes (abs) & pedal would pulsate. vehicle would fail to stop. problem is intermittent. abs light kept coming on and staying. would only go off when vehicle is not on. took to dealership & was informed tsb on vehicle & it was out of warranty, by 5 weeks with only 4163 miles. *ak the vehicle is used to pull boat, and has extremely poor fuel mileage .this vehicle had two brake failures due to bad sensors. the manufacturer installed defective sinsors which are safety hazard but refuses admit. *yh | |||
| 05/23/2000 | 1 | 03/01/2000 | |
| Turning rt after a stop, i began to accelerate. instantly the vehicle began to lisp to the left and travel across the center lane. applying the brakes i could not turn back into the rt lane. the left drivers mirrow was ripped off as it clipped a neighbors lawn pole. standing i still could not turn the vehicle. it stopped. not able to exit the drivers door, i did the passengers. inspecting, the left front wheel was gone. towed to beaudrt ford the vehicle had twice the damage as at the scene. ( pictures were taken at both places). ask if there were any recalls, i was told no, 4 times. this is untrue. i have been forced to allow beaudry to fix my vehicle as they tell me they cannot get any ford engineers to inspect the car. this suv fell apart. 152,000 of the same year 4x4s were recalled. *ak | |||
| 4 | |||
| Was driving vehicle & applied brakes to slowdown. brakes fail to catch & hit a moped. was plenty of distance for stopping. was third set of brakes on vehicle. windshield wipers are not working like they should. problem is intermitten. took vehicle to dealer & mechanic indicated the abs brakes are okay. wipers can be repaired.*ak | |||
| 02/06/2000 | |||
| While driving at slow rate of speed brakes fail for no reason. *ak | |||
| Abs brakes are not operable when cpnsumer applies brakes. the pedal makes noises, and the brakes are hard. *ak | |||
| 01/03/2000 | 08/01/1997 | ||
| Went to brake and brakes failed. pedal went to the floor. had to pump several times before stopping. *ak | |||
| 11/01/1999 | 1 | ||
| Axle-front- lubricant leaking from front axle tube vent hose--issue oil is forced out the vent tube and sprayed oil all over right/front tire and disc brake and rotor. i paid to repaired it. ford had no concern about the safety problem. ford knows about the problem. there is a tsb (97-10-10). oil on the brake pads rotor and tire would cause a stopping problem . also oil based lubricants cause rubber parts (seals) to swell up on anti-lock brake system. ford would not pay to repair the factory built- in defect and would not acknowledge any safety problem. a new design axle tube is needed to correct the origional design flaw. oil coated tires and brakes do not stop well, and should be looked into before someone gets into an auto wreck. *ak | |||
| 03/29/1999 | 20 | 12/01/1997 | |
| Brakes have failed repeatedly but intermittently since 3/97, multiple dealers unable to locate problem. parts replaced, but brakes continue to fail. brakes go hard, takes a long time to stop, vehicle shudders during braking. *ak | |||
| 06/12/1998 | 3 | 06/01/1997 | |
| My wife had just began to press the brakes to slow down to go around a curve when she realized the brakes were not working, and the steering wheel would not turn as usual as all power was gone. she ran into the wrong lane of traffic on a split off road and was able with great pressure to get the truck stopped. she was very lucky no traffic was on the off road. after turning the truck switch to the off position and putting the truck in park, it started right back up. on 6/22/98 martin ford tested it, but only replaced the wiring assembly and did find anything wrong. it has happened twice since then, but not as scary since it has been when we were slowing at traffic lights and going straight so as not needing to turn. but really noticing the extra strength it takes to stop the truck without power brakes. we love the truck, but are glad it is a leased, and we will be returning it in september, we are just scared that if those other expeditions have the same problem, there could be major accidents over it. *ak | |||
| 03/14/1997 | 1 | 01/01/1997 | |
| On several occasions it has felt like a flat tire or something dragging. the car was taken to ford on 3-16-99 and found to have a rear seal that went out on the brakes taking the drums and rotors with it. the parts are on back order and will take at least a week from time taken in for service. i want to know if this is a problem with other expeditions and if a recall is in the process. thank you. *ak | |||
| 08/27/1998 | |||
| When the brakes were applied the pedal went to the floor, resulting in a extended stopping distance, causing a vehicle crash. the dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 07/01/1997 | |||
| While driving the braking system malfunctioned, causing the brake pedal to go to the floor and extended stopping distance,which almost caused an accident. cause unknown. dealer cannot determine problem. please provide details. *ak | |||
| 02/10/1999 | 05/01/1997 | ||
| While exiting a busy freeway steering locked up, causing vehicle to lose control. also abs brakes failed, and engine check light came on/off. *ak | |||
| 07/01/1998 | 2 | 11/01/1997 | |
| During wet weather conditions anti lock brakes have failed to work. | |||
| 08/08/1998 | |||
| The consumer has been experiencing problems with anti-lock brakes. when applying brakes, the vehicle would slow down to a certain point, and then the pedal would go to the floorboard, causing to vehicle to keep rolling. the manufacturer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| 07/08/1997 | |||
| Abs brakes fail intermittently at highway speed. | |||
| Abs brakes; when applying brakes in normal conditions, brakes make a grinding noise and fail to stop the vehicle, causing an extended stopping distance. please provide details. *ak | |||
| 03/04/1998 | 2 | 01/27/1998 | |
| Abs brake system failed. | |||
| 04/05/1998 | |||
| Intermittently when the brakes are applied they become hard, resulting in extended stopping distance. the dealer has replaced various parts of the brake system. the dealer is not able to duplicate problem. *ak | |||
| 05/05/1997 | |||
| Abs brake problems; the abs waring light stays on. dealer not able to detect prolbem with system. when applying the brakes, they squeak and lock up. *ak | |||
| 11/25/1997 | 4 | ||
| Brakes failed to work properly causing vibration. | |||
| 07/01/1997 | |||
| Wh4en applying the brakes the pedal goes to the floor and vehicle will not stop. dealer has serviced vehicle, but problem still exists. *ak | |||
| 02/06/1998 | 1 | 11/25/1997 | |
| Vehicle was rear ended while stopped. vehicle began to roll, brake pedal was pressed harder but it only went to the floor. | |||
| 10/12/1997 | 05/01/1997 | ||
| Anti-lock brakes malfunction at low speeds, causing brake pedal to go soft, and sometimes to go to the floor. *ak | |||
| 02/10/1997 | |||
| Brakes: when driving have to apply to much pressure to brake pedal to get the vehicle to stop. deaer says there is nothing wrong with the brakes. *ak | |||
| When applying the brakes the vehicle makes a noise and takes longer to stop. dealer has changed the brakes, and same problem still exists. *ak | |||
| 10/20/1997 | 4 | ||
| Consumer steps on pedal and the pedal would not go all the way down and the vehicle does not stop. this incident has happened seven times; four times were documented, and three times dealership said they could not find anything wrong. *ak | |||
| 06/06/1997 | |||
| When driving the truck and applying foot to the brake pedal the brakes lock up, and the truck has to coast in order for the truck to stop. has taken the truck to dealer to have it fixed several times, but they still haven't corrected the problem. *ak | |||
| 09/02/1997 | 50 | ||
| Consumer was driving about 10 mph, getting ready to approach main road when brake pedal locked up,tried to step harder but got no response. in order to stop had to pull emergency brake. restarted engine, still brake pedal locked up several times within less than a mile. dealer claims tire size is incorrect which caused abs to misread code. changed tire/rims, still having problem. consumer says vehicle came with tires straight from factory. *ak | |||
| 08/10/1997 | 5 | ||
| Brakes: driving approximately 10mph and attempting to stop the vehicle and the abs system locked up. put foot on pedal and had it completely to the floor, and they brakes didi not work . this happened six times in one day. the vehice has been in the shop five times for this problem. *ak | |||
| 09/20/1997 | 3 | ||
| Brakes work intermittently, brake pedal shakes/makes grinding noise, vehicle rolls to stop/extended stopping distance. dealer has not duplicated problem, passed diagnostics test. *ak | |||
| 07/29/1997 | 2 | 04/01/1997 | |
| At random, in slow speed stops the brakes fail to work without warning reacting as though they were in an anti-lock situation. there is a defective wheel sensor. | |||
| 02/17/1997 | 12/16/1996 | ||
| While attempting to pull into a parking lot driver stepped on brake and vehicle accelerated out of control, crashing into a bank. driver's shoulder harness did not work, and air bag failed to deploy, resulting in an injury. *ak | |||
| 11/19/1996 | |||
| The consumer happroached an intersection other vehicle ran a stop, applied abs brakes and collided with other vehicle, the air bags didn't deploy. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||
| 02/07/2005 | 123000 | 1 | 08/01/2001 |
| Abs braking system intermittently engages while driving, resulting in vehicle not being able to stop. dealer has been contacted. no results, dealer couldn't find any problem, replaced wheel sensor, no result as well. it happens while loe speed driving only.this is a daily routine. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - CONTROL UNIT/MODULE | |||
| 05/10/2006 | 6 | 05/03/2004 | |
| Low speed to moderate speed you apply the brake pedal as you would normally do and all of a sudden you have no pedal and it starts to pump for no reason at all it happens on dry roads and wet or snow covered roads then you finally stop and look down at the dash trying to figure out what just happened and the abs light is illuminated on the dash for no reason at all. i have had just about every brake part sensors,computer ect.. replaced it worked for a couple of months and now it is starting again there is no warning before it happens. i am really worried cause now i have a son 17 who occasionally drove the vehicle but as a result of the brakes malfunctioning he can no longer drive the expedition (unsafe). i have read other complaints on here about the same thing happening. i am going to contact the local ford dealership but i know that is going to cost me more money than i already put out to fix it! *nm | |||
| 07/28/1998 | |||
| The abs sensors were replaced with different sensors due to cancelling out of abs system. engineers informed mechanic sensors not being mounted in housing correctly. been to dealer 6 times for this abs system problem. have no brakes when applied. *ak | |||
| 04/22/1998 | 1 | 04/15/1997 | |
| Abs brake sensor failed. *yc | |||
| 01/01/1998 | 04/01/1997 | ||
| Abs control mode solenoid sensor malfunctioned. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 07/25/2003 | 121500 | 1 | 04/24/1999 |
| I have had a total of three bolts back out that secure the passenger side front brake assembly. this has occurred on two different occasions. one bolt on one occasion was subsequently replaced. the second occasion resulted in two bolts backing out and allowing the brake assembly to fall against the inside of the wheel. this resulted in the brake assembly binding against the wheel and fracturing the wheel. once the wheel was cracked the tire whent flat instantly, thus ruining the tire as well. i had been traveling at 75 mph shortly before the failure occurred. had i not heard the brake assembly scratching against the wheel and stopped, this could have resulted in a very serious accident. i feel like if it is happening to mine, it is probably happening with other ford expeditions and trucks as well. if this is not corrected i believe fatalities may result. by the way, i'm out about $700 for towing, rental car, tire and wheel replacement. *ak | |||
| 2 | 10/31/1996 | ||
| Consumer states that the steering wheel vibrates when brakes are applied, the vehicle has been repaired several times, however the problem still exists. *slc | |||
| 09/05/2001 | 7 | 10/31/1996 | |
| Consumer has replaced rotors 7 times since purchase of vehicle, the dealer continues to evade the problem by replacing the rotors every 6 to 8 thousand miles. severe vibration occurs when braking at speeds from 60 mph down to 50 mph. *ak the dealer can not find a remedy for the problem. consumer also states there is a problem with the suspension. *slc | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brake system experienced many problems.*et | |||
| 05/30/2000 | 4 | ||
| At low speeds the brakes fail, the pedal goes to the floor, makes a strange noise and pulsates. nlm | |||
| Hydraulic control unti has gone bad, causing the brake not to work properly. when the pedal is applied, it goes straight to the floor. to get an reaction from the brakes, they have to be pumped several times. dealer has been contacted. *ak | |||
| 07/30/1999 | 04/01/1997 | ||
| While braking at intersection & at almost a complete stop, vehicle studdenly accelerated. driver had to stand on brake petal and put trans in park. | |||
| 06/07/1999 | 1 | 02/01/1997 | |
| While traveling at low speed, a loss of the power brakes occurred a number of times, causing extended stopping distance. dealer has been contacted. *ak *adj | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brakes failed resulting in the pedal not going down when depressed. | |||
| 12/08/1997 | 2 | 09/04/1997 | |
| Brakes failed, emergency brakes failed. | |||
| 1 | |||
| New brakes make noise continually. | |||
| 1 | |||
| Brakes failed. | |||
| 03/01/1998 | 4 | 06/03/1997 | |
| Brakes failed several times. | |||
| 01/26/1997 | 01/08/1997 | ||
| Truck was parked in 4-wheel drive and when the emergeny brake was let up the truck would not move. then the brakes got ripped off the rear axle, and the brake fluid went all over the ground. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 09/01/2001 | 1 | 08/01/2000 | |
| When i went to replace the brakes and rotors on our 97 expedition with 71000 miles, i came to find out that both front rotors where rusted to the wheel hubs. i had to spend an additional $300 to buy new wheel hubs.*ak | |||
| 11/01/1999 | 1 | ||
| Axle-front- lubricant leaking from front axle tube vent hose--issue oil is forced out the vent tube and sprayed oil all over right/front tire and disc brake and rotor. i paid to repaired it. ford had no concern about the safety problem. ford knows about the problem. there is a tsb (97-10-10). oil on the brake pads rotor and tire would cause a stopping problem . also oil based lubricants cause rubber parts (seals) to swell up on anti-lock brake system. ford would not pay to repair the factory built- in defect and would not acknowledge any safety problem. a new design axle tube is needed to correct the origional design flaw. oil coated tires and brakes do not stop well, and should be looked into before someone gets into an auto wreck. *ak | |||
| 02/01/1998 | |||
| Brakes were squeaky and felt spongy, addressed twice, rotors were out by -0.05. engine exihibit 'piston slap' documented from day one, dealer stated it may be attributed to octane level, informed by second dealer to downshift, that it will not harm engine, road test by technician diagnosed the pcm was adjusting to load!!nowhere to secure child seat in third row.heater replaced twice with windows fogging creating poor visibility.second row single seat fell back upon acceleration,knocking passenger's head back, was stuck and would not reset until pushed very, very hard. interior dash and headliner squeaks, horseshoe molding tabs around stereo wore through and rattles | |||
| 02/25/1999 | 2 | 04/01/1997 | |
| In two weeks time, i have had my engine completely fail while exiting | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 09/19/2001 | |||
| Vehicle was going 10-12mph and when pulling into home driveway bolt from caliper assembly dropped out. this caused aluminum wheel to explode. dealer was concerned regarding this incident.*ak | |||
| 06/28/2000 | 1 | 03/01/1997 | |
| At slow speed in 4 wheel drive going through a mud puddle, the flange that extends from the rear axle shaft on which the disc brake caliper is mounted, broke in such a fashion that three of the bolts fell off releasing the caliper to fall against the tire. in addition, the brake line separated and the brake fluid reservoir emptied. the parking brake cable was also severed and nonfunctional. no object was hit to create the problem and was confirmed by the fact that there is no other damage other than this flange. it appears, for now, that the flange cracked releasing the disc caliper assembly which then must have rotated around until the brakeline severed. the failure of the flange would therefore appear to be a manufacturing defect in the quality of the material that makes up the flange (weak steel?). what may be of concern is a similar occurence at high speeds | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 09/05/2001 | 2 | 07/01/1999 | |
| While replacing brake pads, noticed the stabilizer bars on both sides were not attached to the frame on top of the bars. link bolts on both sides are gone.very dangerous. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 05/13/2000 | 68456 | 3 | 04/08/1997 |
| Front brake rotors failure. *la | |||
| 09/05/2001 | 7 | 10/31/1996 | |
| Consumer has replaced rotors 7 times since purchase of vehicle, the dealer continues to evade the problem by replacing the rotors every 6 to 8 thousand miles. severe vibration occurs when braking at speeds from 60 mph down to 50 mph. *ak the dealer can not find a remedy for the problem. consumer also states there is a problem with the suspension. *slc | |||
| 03/02/2000 | 4 | ||
| When braking normally, on any type of road surface, truck does not stop properly. brakes grind and squeal very badly. driver is actually able to feel the grinding through the brake pedal. truck was taken to the dealership. the rotors will need to be replaced because of hard spots. *ak *ml | |||
| 03/14/1997 | 1 | 01/01/1997 | |
| On several occasions it has felt like a flat tire or something dragging. the car was taken to ford on 3-16-99 and found to have a rear seal that went out on the brakes taking the drums and rotors with it. the parts are on back order and will take at least a week from time taken in for service. i want to know if this is a problem with other expeditions and if a recall is in the process. thank you. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - DRUM | |||
| 03/14/1997 | 1 | 01/01/1997 | |
| On several occasions it has felt like a flat tire or something dragging. the car was taken to ford on 3-16-99 and found to have a rear seal that went out on the brakes taking the drums and rotors with it. the parts are on back order and will take at least a week from time taken in for service. i want to know if this is a problem with other expeditions and if a recall is in the process. thank you. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 03/31/2006 | 78000 | 2 | 07/01/2000 |
| I was braking and brake pedal sank to the floor. it turned out steel hydraulic brake lines had failed. i had all of them replaced in about 3/06 for a cost of $1000. i did not replace at the time the master cylinder to abs lines. they failed on 11/23/2006 and i have retained them. if these components had failed at highway speeds it could have been potentially deadly. note that my 1994 taurus sho had a similar failure. this vehicle has also had the transmission cooler steel lines fail and other severe undercarriage rust problems. *jb | |||
| 12/14/2005 | 96000 | 1 | 03/05/1997 |
| Sudden and catastrophic brake failure caused by rupture of rt. front brake hose, loss of all fluid and total failure of brake system. vehicle was stopped by use of emergency brake pedal. no casualty but as incident happened without any warning in a hospital parking lot consequences could have been dire. original purchase dealer maintained vehicle on schedule: most recent service and inspection in august 2005. vehicle garaged with 96,000 mi. *nm | |||
| 07/28/2005 | 97750 | 2 | 01/06/2001 |
| The brake lines rupture with no warning. the vehicle has absolutely no brakes. the brake pedal goes straight to the floor. if in traffic, this brake line rupture could cause serious injury or death. brake lines had to be replaced. *nm | |||
| 06/27/2005 | 165000 | 1 | |
| Dt: on june 27, 2005 while driving about 65 mph the consumer heard a noise. and upon stopping, the consumer noticed the spare tire fell off. no damage to the vehicle was reported. the cable broke completely off, and the tire was gone. owner called ford, and they were not concerned.*ak the brake line ruptured. *jb | |||
| 01/17/2005 | 32879 | 1 | 08/09/1997 |
| The car is a 1997 ford expedition. the front to rear brake line corroded and failed. this happened coasting into my driveway. even though it is a split system the braking left was minimal. the partition between the front chamber and the back didn't seem to leave enough fluid in the front chamber to allow effective remaining braking. not to mention the brake line corroding through in less than 8 years. i had the brake line replaced but did not retain the old brake line. the cost was $623.04. *ak | |||
| 120000 | 4 | ||
| While driving at 40 mph, the driver applied the brakes and the brake pedal went to the floor. the vehicle was taken to a mechanic and the mechanic indicated that the steel line rusted and was allowing brake fluid to leak. *ak the first incident,the brake line from the master cylinder rusted through and then on the third occasion the power steering line from pump to reservoir rusted through. *scc *jb | |||
| 08/14/2002 | 1 | 10/01/1997 | |
| When applying brakes, brake line cracked and started to leak fluid. it was hard to stop vehicle. dealer notified. *ak consumer states that the fluid sprayed into the cylinder, consumer had to replace spark plugs and wires. *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 05/28/2005 | 172000 | 1 | 11/19/1999 |
| Dt: my wife was driving about 1/2 mile, came home and parked the truck. within 30 minutes the truck was on fire and burned completely. consumer put out the fire before the fire department arrived on the scene. the fire dept came out to make sure the fire was completely out, and they cut the hood open and noticed that the fire started in the master cylinder area. the truck was still sitting in front of the consumer's house. *ak *sb | |||
| 07/27/2001 | 1 | ||
| While driving attempted to slow down to make a turn, and found out that vehicle did not have any brakes. took automobile to repair shop, and found out that abs unit was not preforming.*ak consumer states there was never any kind of warning prior or after incident. *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||
| 02/07/2005 | 123000 | 1 | 08/01/2001 |
| Abs braking system intermittently engages while driving, resulting in vehicle not being able to stop. dealer has been contacted. no results, dealer couldn't find any problem, replaced wheel sensor, no result as well. it happens while loe speed driving only.this is a daily routine. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| To fully engage the brake, the consumer has to press it below the level of the accelerator, if consumers foot is partially hanging over the accelerator would become engaged before the brake was fully engaged, dealer said vehicle met factory specs. nlm | |||
| 01/01/1999 | 03/01/1997 | ||
| The relationship of the brake & accelerator is unsafe. when the brake is engaged, it is below the level of the accelerator. in an emeregency stop, it is possible to fully engage the brake, and with your foot partially overhanging to accidently engage the accelerator. this is a design problem with all expeditions, and ford has been unwilling to correct it. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 02/21/1997 | |||
| Would hear noises in the engine. front drive serpentine belt keeps breaking. has taken vehicle to dealer's at least 12 times for problem. also, the crankshaft/ pulley tensioner would loosen & the vaccum to the brakes. would not have any brakes due to lack of pressure. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - HYDRAULIC - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 06/23/2004 | 1 | ||
| While pulling out of the driveway the brake pedal went to the floor. this caused loss of brake power. consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle, and had the vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection. mechanic determined that the brake line corroded and needed to be replaced. *ak | |||
| 08/07/2003 | 113800 | 0 | 05/01/2000 |
| While approaching a utility crew flaman i applied the brakes. it slowed and then almost immediately thereafter the brakes were no longer available. i ran past the flagman flashing my lights, pumping the brakes as well as the emergency brakes and honking the horn. after running three cars off the road and checking on my four year old in the backseat we came to a stop. the drivers side brake line had rusted in two at the metal/rubber hose junction. i replaced both left and right hoses. the passenger side on visual inspection looked o.k. did i mention we were pulling a flat bed trailer and going down hill with no shoulders, only drop offs! | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||
| 05/01/1999 | |||
| While driving braking system malfunctioned due to a defective power brake booster which may result in a crash. dealer cannot determine the cause. please provide further information and vin#. *ak | |||