Brake Electric Antilock problems of the 2002 Ford Explorer

After normal driving I began to hear a loud grinding and humming noise coming from the rear drivers side tire of my 2002 Ford Explorer. After going to my mechanic he had said my rear bearing and hub are bad which also made my rear tire unstable. He began to tell me it is a major problem with this vehicle and the bearings, hubs, and brakes were defective due to the fact that they cannot handle the braking load of this vehicle. After researching the problem online it would seem he is correct. This is a major safety problem in that all the bearings and hubs eventually go bad and can fail at anytime making the tires unstable and could fall off during driving. This is obviously a defective design and /or parts installed in this vehicle. There are many complaints of the same events happening to other owners. Since this is a major safety issue and a very expense fix for unsuspecting owners I hope you look into this issue and make Ford issue a recall. Thank you.

2002 Ford Explorer front and rear wheel bearing replacement. Back right wheel bearing failed causing damage to the axle, breaks and wheel drum. Front left wheel bearing failed. In both occasions noises were heard. In regards to be back wheel bearing the tire almost came off and the wheel froze. This occurred while on a major interstate traveling at a speed of 65 miles an hour. Back wheel bearing, axle, drum and brakes replaced at a Ford dealer, costing over $1700 dollars. Front wheel bearing began making a thumping noise and was replaced at a local mechanic costing $500. In contacting Ford I was told there was nothing they could do.

This vehicle experienced multiple problems, and the dealer was aware of the problems. Consumer applied the brakes, and the pedal went to the floor. Vehicle swayed from left to right on its own. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle. Also, door rubber panel failed to stay attached to the door. Mechanic determined that the brake problem could not be duplicated,and vehicle was operating as designed. However, the rubber panel was adjusted properly by the mechanic. Consumer informed the mechanic this problem still occurred.

There would be a thumping noise coming from the abs when in use. Please provide more information.

The abs engaged which caused the vehicle to jerk, as a result, the vehicle was rear ended. No injuries reported. This would occur even though the brakes were not touched.

Nar 06/19/2003. There is a reccurring problem with the brakes on the consumers 2002 Ford Explorer. The series of incidents occurred Nov 2, 2002, Feb, 2003, may 5, 2003, and the last time was may 17, 2003 to date. It is evident to the consumer that there is an consistent problem and needs to be fixed. The dealership can't seem to find the source of the problem. Please do further investigations. The consumer stated when he applied the brakes t he vehicle accelerated and continued to move forward.

While approaching an intersection applied brakes and pedal went all the way to the floor. Vehicle ran on a curb and hit a fire hydrant. Dealership was aware of problem.

Brake pedal fades and goes clear down to floorboard while stopped at a stop light or stop sign. Problem is getting worse. I have taken to dealer 5 times and last time the service manager told me this is normal. He said that some others (not all)do the same thing. Mine started this at about 28,000 miles. I currently have 35400 miles on vehicle. Ts.

Consumer applied brakes at 20 mph and pedal went to the floor. There was no braking action, and he rearended another vehicle. No injuries. Vehicle at dealership at this time.

Vehicle would intermittently have extended stopping distance. Brake would squeal ,and pedal would be soft when applied. Dealer contacted. Feel free to provide any further information.

While traveling at approximately 30 mph on wet pavement had to apply brakes hard to bring vehicle to a stop. This hard braking engaged anti-lock system and brought vehicle to a complete stop. However, when consumer attempted to accelerate, brakes would not release, and brakes were grabbing. Consumer had to release brakes by pulling brake pedal up with his foot. Dealership could not reproduce this problem.

When applying abs brakes pedal goes to floor causing extended stopping distance. Problem becomes more pronounced when vehicle is driven on wet pavement. Pleaser give any further details.

Consumer stated when depressing the brakes brake pedal traveled to the floorboard, causing vehicle to vibrate.