Eight problems related to brakes failed have been reported for the 1997 Ford Expedition. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
1997 Ford Expedition brakes failed during a forced evasive maneuver to avoid a head on collision.
While driving at slow rate of speed brakes fail for no reason.
Went to brake and brakes failed. Pedal went to the floor. Had to pump several times before stopping.
Brakes have failed repeatedly but intermittently since 3/97, multiple dealers unable to locate problem. Parts replaced, but brakes continue to fail. Brakes go hard, takes a long time to stop, vehicle shudders during braking.
Brakes failed to work properly causing vibration.
On five occasions while attempting to stop, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle.
At random, in slow speed stops the brakes fail to work without warning reacting as though they were in an anti-lock situation. There is a defective wheel sensor.
Was driving vehicle & applied brakes to slowdown. Brakes fail to catch & hit a moped. Was plenty of distance for stopping. Was third set of brakes on vehicle. Windshield wipers are not working like they should. Problem is intermitten. Took vehicle to dealer & mechanic indicated the abs brakes are okay. Wipers can be repaired.