Brake Disc Pads problems of the 1996 Ford Explorer

Four problems related to brake disc pads have been reported for the 1996 Ford Explorer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Disc Pads problem

Failure Date: 01/01/2002

Pads stick and wear down after glue gives way noted for on Ford Explorers according to garage doing repair which will cost me $175. 00 to replace.

2 Brake Disc Pads problem

Failure Date: 03/26/2001

Consumer's son was driving at approximately 30 mph when car slipped sideways on wet roads for 20 feet. Vehicle straigtened out, and was headed towards a utility pole. Son attempted to apply brakes to avoid an accident. Brakes would not engage, and vehicle went into a pole. New brakes pads were put on vehicle in January of 2000. Dealership has not examined vehicle.

3 Brake Disc Pads problem

Failure Date: 09/11/1999

When brake pads were being replace, mechanic noticed that the bushing on the front left driver's side was missing. The bushing has not been replaced. Please provide any further information.

4 Brake Disc Pads problem

Failure Date: 06/28/1998

Delayed in stopping distance and vibrated when brakes were applied. Pads and front rotors had to be replaced four times within a year, and problem still reoccurring;. Dealer and manufacturer were not notified at this time. Feel free to provide any further information.




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