Brake Abs Warning Light Problems of Ford Explorer - part 2

Ford Explorer owners have reported 47 problems related to brake abs warning light (under the service brakes category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford Explorer based on all problems reported for the Explorer.

36 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 2002 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 04/14/2003

Abs warning light came on/off, and the abs brakes engaged prematurely. Also, there was vibration in the front end when braking. Vehicle had been serviced 3 times. Dealer replaced the rotors once, and abs rear sensor twice. The abs warning light came on again.

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37 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 2002 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 03/15/2003

While driving, the vehicle's abs light would come on intermittently. The consumer had come in contact with the dealership. The first time the abs light had come there was no unusual effect. The second time the abs light had come, there was a difference in being able to brake smoothly. The third occasion occurred at the light when there were no other vehicles. The vehicle finally stopped and the consumer was able to drive home.

38 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 2002 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 08/16/2002

2002 Ford Explorer xls 4wd. At 33,000 miles abs sensor warning light came on & rear abs unit was replaced. Since then the abs unit has failed ever 2,500 to 8,000 miles. I now have 87,000 miles on vehicle.

39 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 1999 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 07/10/2001

Brakes have been a problem since December 2000. There has been extended stopping distance. Also, brakes constantly squeaked. Abs light was repaired, but intermittently went on and off. Dealer stated "that abs light being on would not affect brake system". On July 10, 2001, brakes were still squeaking. Consumer left vehicle at dealer's for a month, and dealer stated that rotors were warped, and pads worn out. Dealer resurfaced and replaced pads for both front and rear rotors on Dec-20-2000. Also, dealer replaced pads again on 4-27-2001. On 6-29-2001, brakes had excessive brake dust. Dealer couldn't find problem. On 7-10-2001, dealer test drove and heard squeaking. Dealer cut and replaced rotors. But, problem still exists.

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40 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 1999 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 10/26/2000

Speed control cable was replaced for recall 99v062000/ manufacturer's 99s09. After vehicle came from dealer abs light came on & stayed on. Abs light didn't come on until speed control cable was replaced.

41 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 1997 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 07/12/2000

While driving about 70 mph vehicle start vibrating. Then, felt a pop on the tire where the abs light come on, and consumer kept control of vehicle with firestone tires. Firestone wilderness at p235/75/r15.

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42 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 1996 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 06/02/2000

While driving 60 mph consumer heard a grinding sound, then abs light started flashing, and front right wheel came off vehicle.

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43 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 1996 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 05/02/2000

Consumer had vehicle new michelin tires, and was serviced for the abs light and two days after work completed vehicle flipped over for no known reason (02-may-00), dealer claims it is no fault of the abs, the vehicle flipped on two other occasions (07-oct-00 and 14-oct-00).

44 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 1998 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 11/16/1999

While driving abs light came on, and vehicleexperienced extended stopping distance which resulted in a crash. Currently at the dealer. Please provide further information.

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45 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 1997 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 08/12/1999

Experiencing on going problem with vehicle brake system; 1. Abs light remain on, and 2. Rear rotors wear excssively. Faulty brake senor have been replace /repairs on four occasion by dealer and problem still reoccurring. Please feel free to provide any further details:.

46 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 1997 Ford Explorer

Failure Date: 06/11/1998

The abs light continues to go on and off, and from time to time driver feels a small vibration.

47 Brake Abs Warning Light problem of the 2000 Ford Explorer

Anti-lock brake system does not work because abs warning light is illuminated on dash panel. Consumer was told this by dealer.

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