Ford Explorer owners have reported 58 parking brake related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 7 most common parking brake problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's parking brake (39 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's conventional parking brake (8 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
The contact owns a 2020 Ford Explorer. The contact stated that the vehicle experienced intermittent starting failures, and upon starting the vehicle and shifting into gear, the vehicle shut off. No warning light illuminated. Additionally, the electronic parking brake was unintendely engaged. Read details...
Emergency brake "disintegrated" w/o indication other than rattle Read details...
Loss control of my SUV, and found out my spindle, bearings and everything was shot! Read details...
I was pulling out of a post office parking lot with my 1996 Ford Explorer and my brake pedal went all the way to the floor as I was driving home I tested my brakes and they still felt spongy. Just as I pulled into my driveway my brake light went on and I lost all my brake fluid on closer Read details...
Driver's side emergency brake line is too long , about 6-8 inches longer, and it rubs against and wears into left rear tire, almost into sidewall. This could cause an unexcepted blowout without warning, and could result in a crash. Read details...