Ford Aerostar owners have reported 20 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 10 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake disc rotor (6 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake disc caliper (4 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
Brake rotors are wearing, and when the consumer applies the brakes, the vehicle will jerk and become hard for the consumer to control. The dealer was notified. The consumer states that this is a result of warped front brake disc. (Ford won't pay) Read details...
My brakes failed after an extended downhill drive--although not an unusual circumstance. In taking apart the disk brakes, my mechanic discovered that the calipers had become brittle (over time from heat) and they crumbled in his hands. Read details...
While consumer was backing out vehicle hit a steel pole. Within second vehicle suddenly accelerated in a foward position, while driver's foot remained on brake, vehicle hit the wall of warehouse. Dealer / manufacturer were not contacted at this time. Read details...
When turning or applying brakes they would make loud noises from the rear wheels. Been to dealer & informed consumer that's how its suppose to be. Did not repair brakes. Read details...
Consumer experiencing intermittent brake failure. When consumer applied brakes, the pedal would go to the floor without indication or brake pedal would go to the floor. Abs senor light would come on would come on while consumer continued pumping the brakes for vehicle to stop. Read details...