11 problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1997 Ford Expedition. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
I have had a total of three bolts back out that secure the passenger side front brake assembly. This has occurred on two different occasions. One bolt on one occasion was subsequently replaced. The second occasion resulted in two bolts backing out and allowing the brake assembly to fall against the inside of the wheel. This resulted in the brake assembly binding against the wheel and fracturing the wheel. Once the wheel was cracked the tire whent flat instantly, thus ruining the tire as well. I had been traveling at 75 mph shortly before the failure occurred. Had I not heard the brake assembly scratching against the wheel and stopped, this could have resulted in a very serious accident. I feel like if it is happening to mine, it is probably happening with other Ford Expeditions and trucks as well. If this is not corrected I believe fatalities may result. By the way, I'm out about $700 for towing, rental car, tire and wheel replacement.
Consumer has replaced rotors 7 times since purchase of vehicle, the dealer continues to evade the problem by replacing the rotors every 6 to 8 thousand miles. Severe vibration occurs when braking at speeds from 60 mph down to 50 mph. The dealer can not find a remedy for the problem. Consumer also states there is a problem with the suspension.
At low speeds the brakes fail, the pedal goes to the floor, makes a strange noise and pulsates. Nlm.
While braking at intersection & at almost a complete stop, vehicle studdenly accelerated. Driver had to stand on brake petal and put trans in park.
While traveling at low speed, a loss of the power brakes occurred a number of times, causing extended stopping distance. Dealer has been contacted.
Brakes failed several times.
Hydraulic control unti has gone bad, causing the brake not to work properly. When the pedal is applied, it goes straight to the floor. To get an reaction from the brakes, they have to be pumped several times. Dealer has been contacted.
Consumer states that the steering wheel vibrates when brakes are applied, the vehicle has been repaired several times, however the problem still exists.
Brakes failed.
Brakes failed resulting in the pedal not going down when depressed.
Brake system experienced many problems.