Brake Disc Pads Problems of Ford Explorer

SUV seems to be idled during start up or even when driving. Sounds airy like its trying to accelerate. Also I have had break pads replaced more than usual. Mechanic said it was reported that they have gone out more than normal. Each time going out before warranty expired. Today, car was placed in reverse and car spent out of control spinning around 3 times before it came to a complete stop before crashing into another vehicle. This took place in the parking lot of walmart.

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On January 6, 2020, I was driving to work, approaching a red light and could not stop. I was going around 40 mph. Then, I begin pressing on the break with my right foot and could not stop. Next, I used both feet pressing the break pedal to the floor and could barely bring the truck to a stop. At the same time, there were warning lights flashing (parking break, all wheel drive, traction control) on the dash. I immediately took the vehicle to dealership where I purchased it. They provided me with a loaner vehicle. On Friday, January 10, 2020, the dealership contacted me to provide me an update. They advised that Ford motor company advised them that this was a service announcement (meaning this information is known to Ford and all Ford dealerships not to the customers). Dealership advised rear break calibers needs replacing, rear break motor needs replacing, and rear break pads needs replacing. Dealership advised all parts are on national back order and does not know when they will be available.

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Tl- the contact owns a 2003 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that within a month of owning the vehicle that an independent mechanic inspected but did not specifically diagnose that the rotors, brake pads and further servicing was required to the brake system. The vehicle was not inspected and diagnosed by a dealer. The manufacturer was notified of the failure, they had not issued any brake system recalls however they had issued 10 TSB on the brake system. The vehicle was not repaired yet. The approximate failure mileage was not available. Dyd.

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When stepping on the brakes, I could feel and hear a drag. Car has 17,400 miles, right rear pads were metal to metal and cut into the rotor. Rr brake pads were extremely difficult to remove, indicating the pads were seized into the bracket. This wording is taken from the Ford service repair invoice. I have had many cars and never had to replace brakes at a low mileage. This is a safety issue that needs to be looked into.

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The contact owns a 2013 Ford Explorer. While driving approximately 30 mph, the contact heard a whistling sound. The vehicle was brought to a dealer where it was diagnosed that the rear brake pads were damaged and needed replacement. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 24,000.

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I noticed some deep lines in my rear rotors took to my mechanic he said rotors and pads were bad every now and then I heard a squealing noise but didnt pay much attention to it thinking hey I bought a brand new vehicle its probably because of being brand new I know now that is not the facts there is a problem with the rear brakes locking up and not unlocking it destroyed my rotors due to this remember this vehicle still has front brakes and only 8350 miles garage kept I complained to Ford and they said if a recall would happen save my receipt iam very concerned there hasnt been a recall reguarding this matter because this is a problem with the Explorer for many please look into this matter with the utmost consideration thank you.

Rear pads and rotors failed June 8, 2015. O/d light blinking with check engine light on, on June 12, 2015. Transmission shop got the codes and stated I don't have 2nd and 5th gears. $2000. 00 cost. Please force recall! help! many other repairs including u-joints, tie rods, front axle, front rotors with pads etc. Since I bought it in April 2013.

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The contacts a 2011 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the breaks would constantly squeal even when accelerating. The vehicle was taken to an authorized dealer, who indicated that the caliber, rotors and brake pads needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 19,000.

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This is the second time I had to replace brake pads and other brake parts on this car within the same year (2012-13).

I purchased a 2004 Ford Explorer in July 0f 2011, and traded in my 2001 Oldsmobile of 5 years. I also purchased the 12 month 12,000 mile warranty. Before driving it off the lot I had the dealer fix the abs system because the light was on. There is a crack going down the back of the trunk but nothing else was wrong at the time so I left the crack alone. In April of 2012 I took it to the dealership for a belt, check trans, shocks, ball joints, and a ticking in the heater when knob was turned to heat (not cool). I told him to just fix what was on the warranty and also give it a oil change. He informed me that the trans was fine. After getting the car back my heat went out and I was told by a mechanic buddy that my brakes, rotters, emergency brake pads and the back tires were shot. So I had him replaced them because this was also not covered on warranty. Just last week my rpm started jumping with miles over 65. (no lights were on at the time)so I took it to 6 different places getting estimates on what could be wrong. All shops said the same thing. "start with fuel filter, oil filters and oil change". The day after I paid for all this the service engine light came on. (egr valve code) the man at auto zone told me to take it off and clean it with spray and let it dry before replacing. I took it to a shop and had them do this. The same day I picked up the car my service engine light came on again, o/d light and the car was driving like I was hauling a bus and jumping. I took it back the next day and he replaced the egr valve new since the same code was showing up. Later that day after getting it back the car started doing the same thing after driving for 5 miles this was Friday 9/21/12.

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I own a 2000 Ford ranger and a 1998 Ford Explorer. I believe the accelerator pedal and the break pedal are too close together on both vehicles. On at least four occasions I have experienced my tendency to have my foot on both pedals at the same time when in a situation where I have to stop quickly. I t seems that I "panic" to some degree when in a situation where I must stop quickly to avoid a collision. This may be a very isolated personal 'quirk" as it were, but I have caused two rear end collisions so far and I now know that I am pressing both pads when trying to break. I know this because I remember vividly how my motor was accelerating while I thought my foot was only on the brake and I could not understand why my vehicle was not coming to a stop when most likely I had plenty of space available to make a sudden stop and avoid hitting the vehicle in front of me.

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The contact owns a 1997 Ford Explorer. While driving 25 mph she heard grinding and clicking noise when she applied the brakes. Her mechanic replaced the brake pads and stated that they were worn. The failure mileage was 13,500 and the current mileage was 137,002.

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The contact owns a 2002 Ford Explorer xls. The mechanic was rotating both rear tires and changing brake pads. The mechanic stated that the rear coil springs sheared off. The current mileage was 51,600. The consumer has provided both the invoice and pictures of the broken coil springs. Update 4/23/07.

: the contact stated the brakes failed, which caused an accident. The brakes were inspected about one month prior to the incident, and the pads and brakes were did not display any problems. The brakes failed and the vehicle had not been to a service dealer to determine what caused the failure. A police report was taken, and no injuries were sustained.

2002 Explorer rear coil springs broke at 76,000 miles. The front brake pads were replaced.

After bringing my car to the dealership, I was informed that I needed back brakes. I took the car to my mechanic and he informed me that my brake pads and rotors were completely rusted through and rotted. This could have potentially caused the car to become unable to stop. I had to replace all four brakes (routine), brake pads, and rotors. My car only has 40,000+ miles on it.

Hello, while recently replacing the disc brake pads on the rear of our 2000 Ford Explorer 4dr XLT 4wd (aprox 50k miles), I noticed severe chaffing in multiple spots of the emergency brake cables just aft of where they split from one cable into two armored cables (left rear wheel well area). They cross over each other and due to obvious vertical suspension travel they were chaffing against each other and it appeared one was also chaffing against the frame somewhat (the latter I'm guessing occurs only when carrying a heavy load). The chaffing was so bad that it had rubbed all the way through to the actual left cable (aprox 50% of the cable diameter)allowing water etc. . . Kicked up by the wheel to penetrate and severely corrode the cable. Soon after I had removed the wheel, the cable snapped in two due to the suspension being unloaded and the severe corrosion of the cable. I am curious if there is already a recall on this or if you have had other reports of the same problem on other Explorers. Unless my vehicle is missing clamps etc. . . This appears to be a bad design to have the two cables touching the way they do. I have taken multiple digital pictures with the suspension unloaded and with the vehicle back on the ground and would be happy to send them to you. This is very concerning to me because if the e-brake were to be used at a decent rate of speed, one wheel braking action could obviuosly cause a loss of control of the vehicle, not to mention the vehicle rolling down the driveway due to loss of parking brake action. The parts (cables) are availaibe as they are still installed on the vehicle at this time. Please contact me with any info you have. Thanks,.

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Vehicle had been to the repair shop three times for the pads and rotors being defective. Also, seemed to be an issue with other consumers. The consumer stated that the brakes squeak even after the repair.

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Consumer was driving on the freeway and set the cruise control at 75 mph. However, the vehicle kept accelerating, although consumer had applied the brakes and the emergency brakes. Vehicle would not slow down. Had to circle the gas station 3 times before the vehicle would stop. The consumer stated that she ran 3 red lights before she could get the vehicle to come to a stop. The consumer slammed the vehicle into park going 50mph. Significant damage was done to the braking system. The consumer was injured. The mechanic told the consumer that the brakes caught fire and she was lucky the fire put itself out.

While traveling on the highway and without prior warning left driver side wheel has a squeaking noise while applying the brakes.

Consumer has taken vehicle back to dealer 4-5 times, and no one could find out why there was a roaring noise in driver's side and passenger's side wheels. After taking vehicle to goodyear, she was told that vehicle needed new brake pads and shoes. This would be the second set of brake pads and shoes put on this automobile.

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.

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Front and rear brake pads and shoes are prematurely wearing, cause unknown. Please give any further details.

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.

Reports of early brake repalcement (between 15 & 25,000 mi) have been made to me, including those by the dealer's service consultant. Due to Ford's poor record with the tire recall notice, I am convince that inadequate brake pads are installed during manfufacturing to save money. Thus premature wear & failure results. I am sending Ford a letter requesting reimbursement for a non-warranteable item.

The brakes system failed to stop the truck going at only 30 mph as I approched a stop sign. I went right through the stop sign. Immediatly after pulling over I applied the brakes again to check them and they worked fine. The dealer could not find anything wrong with the brake system. ,other than to have the pads and shoes replaced because they were getting worn low . However I dont believe the problem of not being able to stop the vehicle was due to the brake pads or shoes but possible with the abs system or its components because the brakes all of a sudden didn't work and then worked again immediatly thereafter. The brake pedal did not go all the way to the floor as if fluid was lost and there was no grinding from the pads or shoes because they were not that low. The brakes just failed temporarily and luckly I was not in an accident but am afraid that if happens again I may not be so luck next time.

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.

Had heard a high pitch squealing noise. Brakes became mushy. Heard a clunking noise, brakes still mushy. Finally no brakes at all. A bolt fell out of brake pads. Entire brakes system became damaged.

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.

While traveling and when depressing brake pedal heard grinding noise. Consumer pulled wheel off, and noticed pads were worn out. Dealer was contacted. Please provide further information.

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While having front brake pads replaced mechanic noticed that the rotors rusted and cracked. Also, the rear rotors are starting to rust . The front rotors were replaced. The cause of the rust was undetermined.