Service Brakes Related Problems of the 2013 Ford C-max

Table 1 shows three common service brakes related problems of the 2013 Ford C-max. The number one most common problem is related to the service brakes (eight problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake abs warning light (one problem).

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Ford C-max


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of the 2013 Ford C-max

The Service Brakes problem

I took it to the Ford dealership and they diagnosed it as having a parasitic draw from the 12 v battery when the car is shut down so when you go to get into the car if the battery is dead, they will fix it for $425 however, this problem was a recall in 2013 and my car did have a recall done to it.   Read details...

The Brake Abs Warning Light problem

I've had multiple incidences of a "bucking forward" of my car when braking on rough road or braking and turning right when there may be uneven road or pothole near rear tires. I've brought it for servicing , they are stumped but have suggested may involve abs.   Read details...

The Anti-lock Brakes Fail problem

I was in an accident, driving approximately 25 mph when I hit the brakes with approximately 20 feet of distance, the anti lock brakes failed to engage causing the car to slide, and rear end the car in front of me, upon impact the airbags did not deploy.   Read details...


Service Brakes related problems in other Ford C-max model year vehicles:



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