Abs Brake Fail problems of the 1999 Ford Escort

Two problems related to abs brake fail have been reported for the 1999 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Abs Brake Fail problem

Failure Date: 01/05/2000

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

2 Abs Brake Fail problem

Failure Date: 01/05/2000

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.




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