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.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford Explorer. While driving 40 mph, the contact lifted the emergency brake and the handle failed. No warning lights illuminated. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and they stated that release it would cost $280 to repair the handle. The current mileage was 83,000 and failure mileage was 69,304. Updated 02-01-08. Updated 02/01/08
Consumer stated while driving, the emergency brake engaged without warning which caused the back tires to lock up and skid. Consumer had a collision as a result.
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- Woodridge, IL, USA