Brake Electric Antilock problems of the 1999 Ford Escort

Five problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 1999 Ford Escort. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 03/01/2000

Brakes work intermittently. Consumer was travelng 40mph when someone turned in front of consumer, he slammed on brakes, but there were none. 2 different dealers have stated to bring vehicle in when problem first accurs.

2 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 01/21/2000

When the brake pedal is applied it goes straight to the floor, and the vehicle will not stop, it slows to a stop. Dealer has been contacted.

3 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Failure Date: 08/26/1999

While driving at 45 mph downshifted to second gear and was making a right, lost control of vehicle. Consumer had no brakes/no powersteering, and vehicle went across on the other side of the road about 137 feet and end up on the passenger's side.

4 Brake Electric Antilock problem

When applying abs brakes on dry pavement pedal went the floor, causing extended stopping distance which resulted in a collision. Please give any further details.

5 Brake Electric Antilock problem

Brakes make a knocking noise when braking and turning.




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