16 problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 1997 Ford F-150. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while inspecting the vehicle, it was found that the gas tank rear strap corroded and separated from the gas tank. The manufacturer advised that the vehicle was not included in NHTSA campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system, gasoline). The contact stated that the rear brake line also failed. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileage was 197,000.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving 20 mph, the front driver’s side of the frame fractured. The brake lines were broken and the vehicle lost braking ability. The contact stated that there was rust and corrosion on the surface of the frame, but there were no signs of cracks prior to the failure. The contact was concerned since the driver was almost involved in a crash. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or mechanic for a diagnostic test or repair. The manufacturer was made aware and no assistance was provided. The failure and current mileages were 205,000.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact was driving 60 mph when he tried to engage the brakes and the pedal was depressed abnormally into the floorboard. The contact mentioned that he had to shift into neutral to engage the emergency brakes in order to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who diagnosed that the brake lines ruptured as a result of corrosion. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 85,000 and the current mileage was 86,500.
The contact owns a 1997 Ford F-150. The contact stated that the spare tire cable, exhaust system manifold, fuel tank strap, brake line, bolts, erg valve, and the frame were rusted. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and denied to buy the vehicle back or provide any assistance. The failure mileage was 220,000 and the current mileage was 322,000.
: the contact stated while pulling out of the driveway at 3 mph, when the brakes were applied, the pedal went to the floor. An independent repair shop determined the brake line had rusted and exploded. Updated 10/4/2006 -.
(1) no specific events preceeded failure. (2) during routine inspection by owner, a leak was discovered in a steel brake line near the front drivers side wheel. Cause of leak appears to be rust through. There is extensive rusting of brake lines on this vehicle. (3) repairs have not been performed yet. Rusted brake lines will be saved after repairs are performed.
1. Driving 5 mph along smooth dirt lane 2. Rusted brake line ruptured, causing total brake failure 3. Towed truck to mechanic for brake line replacement, old part is available.
Dt: consumer states that the brakes went out with no warning. Dealer said that one section of the brake line had rotted out because it was wet. Consumer states that it's always wet and he lives in a salt air environment. The consumer's main concern is that the fuel line was not replaced with an improved fuel line. Instead it was replaced with the same line that failed.
Loss of brakes due to brake line rupturing caused by rust.
Vehicle had a ruptured brake line that ran parallel with the gas line which had corroded away. Owner called the dealer who wanted to charge him $450. 00. Please provided further details.
While vehicle was stopped and brakes were depressed consumer was ready to shift park pail into reverse and brake pedal traveled to floorboard. Dealership serviced vehicle and replaced the brake line.
While driving the pickup truck the brakes failed totally. Inspection found that the brake line rotted at rear axle flex hose connection. This truck has never been backed into fresh or salt water (as in launching a boat). The truck has spent all it's years in new england and salt is used on the roads in winter. I do not believe a truck. Just under 5 years old should have the brake lines rust out and cause a total loss of braking. Either the brake lines are of the wrong material or wrongly positioned. I could have been killed if I had been at higher speed and in traffic. This truck has been employed in normal passenger transportation only. Dt.
Consumer state while driving the rear flex brake line chaffed through causing it to rub againt the emergency brake cable. Consumer states that the cause was Ford had clipped and tucked the brake line up. Consumer is seeking a refund, but the dealer refused.
While driving at 40 mph consumer had to apply brakes to slow down, and when doing so, brake line separated from vehicle. Consumer could not stopvehicle. Had to stop vehicle with parking brake on. Contacted dealer, and dealer was not willing to do anything.
Driver side rear brake line experienced leakage which caused momentary brake loss. Dealer notified, and made repairs under warranty. Please feel free to provide any further details on this matter.
Left rear brake line flare cracked, allowing brake fluid to leak out, resulting brake failing.