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7.0

fairly significant
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
8,679 miles

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1997 Ford Expedition brakes problems

brakes problem

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1997 Ford Expedition Owner Comments

problem #14

Jul 252003

Expedition 4WD 8-cyl

  • Automatic transmission
  • 121,500 miles

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

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 Expedition 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.

- Alexander, AR, USA

problem #13

May 292002

(reported on)

Expedition 4WD

  • miles
Consumer states that the steering wheel vibrates when brakes are applied, the vehicle has been repaired several times, however the problem still exists.

- Bellevue, WA, USA

problem #12

Sep 052001

Expedition 4WD

  • miles
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. The dealer can not find a remedy for the problem. Consumer also states there is a problem with the suspension.

- Bellevue, WA, USA

problem #11

May 262000

(reported on)

Expedition

  • miles

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

Brake system experienced many problems.

- Unknown, UN, USA

problem #10

May 302000

Expedition 4WD

  • miles
At low speeds the brakes fail, the pedal goes to the floor, makes a strange noise and pulsates. Nlm

- Olalla, WA, USA

problem #9

Jan 202000

(reported on)

Expedition

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- Fontana, CA, USA

problem #8

Jul 301999

Expedition 4WD

  • miles

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

While braking at intersection & at almost a complete stop, vehicle studdenly accelerated. Driver had to stand on brake petal and put trans in park.

- Spotsylvania, VA, USA

problem #7

Jun 071999

Expedition 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
While traveling at low speed, a loss of the power brakes occurred a number of times, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has been contacted.

- Jackson, KY, USA

problem #6

Apr 211998

(reported on)

Expedition

  • miles
Brakes failed resulting in the pedal not going down when depressed.

- Union Poin, GA, USA

problem #5

Dec 081997

Expedition 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes failed, emergency brakes failed.

- Shawnee Mi, KS, USA

problem #4

Aug 271998

(reported on)

Expedition

  • miles

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

New brakes make noise continually.

- Forestville, MD, USA

problem #3

Aug 271998

(reported on)

Expedition

  • miles
Brakes failed.

- Forestville, MD, USA

problem #2

Mar 011998

Expedition 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
Brakes failed several times.

- Amherst, OH, USA

problem #1

Jan 261997

Expedition 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • miles
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.

- St. Cahrles, IL, USA

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