Brake Disc Problems of Ford Escort

Excessive wear of front brake pads and rotors. Replacement is being done every 7,000 miles. Dealer notified. Feel free to provide any further information.

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Consumer took vehicle to dealer to have it checked. Dealer discovered that steering/ brakes squeaked.

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Loud squealing sound made whenever brakes were applied, and a clicking would commence from the brake pedal. Vehicle been to three different dealers, and problem still goes unresolved.

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Brake pads were wearing out quicker then normally. There were also clips that have broken because consumer has had rotors changed, and pads changed soon after vehicle was bought. Has contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.

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Consumer had to replace shoes and rotors 4 -5 times. Dealer said it was due to disc brake calipers causing rotors to warp. Please add additional information.

Brakes discs worn out. Yh.

When applying brakes right front wheel grinds. This happens under any kind of braking situation. Brake pads and shoes have been replaced and rotors turned. This helped to correct the problem for about 500 miles, and then problem started over again. This is the fourth time the vehicle will be serviced for the same problem.

Vehicle had to have the rotors/pads replaced. When the brakes are applied they make squeaking noise. The dealer has been notified.

Consumer has been experiencing brake problems. Vehicle has been to the dealer for repair 8 times/for replacement of the brake drum and the rotor on the right rear.

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The right and left front brake calipers malfunctioned, causing the rotors to be warped and the braking system to fail. Dealer replaced rotors, problem is still reoccurring. Dealer cannot determine problem.

Brake failure, pedal went to the floor, loss of complete effectiveness. Wheel bearing failure. Cv joint failure. Steering wheel off center.

During vehicle operation a severe pull to the left is experienced. The rack and pinion, right front shocks, and the front brakes have been replaced as a result.

Front brake caliper freezes, half of pads is being applied to rotors, resulting in premature wearing of rotors. Please give any further details.

While driving & then applying brakes, would hear a knocking noise. Been to dealership & mechanic replaced calipers. Currently when applying brakes they would stick & make grinding noises when traveling between 30-55mph. Then after a while noise would stop. Taking vehicle back again to dealership to have mechanic check.

Brakes are not working properly, extended stopping distance.

Front disc brakes lock up on sudden stops, resulting in fishtailing.