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.

- Cumberland, OH, USA

Brakes make a knocking noise when braking and turning.

- Wetumpka, AL, USA

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.

- Westminster, CO, USA

Vehicle experienced ABS failure resulting in extened stopping distance which caused and accident. Nlm

- Dumont, NJ, USA

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

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.

- Mt. Washington, KY, USA

When the brake pedal is applied it goes straight to the floor, and the vehicle will not stop, it slows to a stop. Dealer has been contacted.

- Manville, NJ, USA

Brakes failure at intersection. Pedal went to floor with no resistance, and crash occurred.

- Leawood, KS, USA

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.

- Beaver Falls, PA, USA

When applying ABS brakes on dry pavement pedal went the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision.

- Charoltte, NC, USA