Service Brakes Related Problems of the 2012 Ford Explorer

Table 1 shows seven common service brakes related problems of the 2012 Ford Explorer. The number one most common problem is related to the service brakes (seven problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake disc caliper (six problems).


Recently reported Service Brakes problems of the 2012 Ford Explorer

The Service Brakes problem

Takata recall   Read details...

The Brake Disc Caliper problem

Failed state inspection (emergency brake), further diagnostics revealed calipers not working for rear disc brakes, similar to the recall of 2015/16 Ford Explorer's brake issues- a detailed picture of report/diagnostics included   Read details...

The Brake Sensor problem

The contact owns a 2012 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that while driving 70 mph, the vehicle independently engaged the brakes. The vehicle was designed with a unique braking program designed to engage with the cruise control when the vehicle was approaching a second vehicle.   Read details...


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