Ford F-150 owners have reported 52 problems related to brake disc rotor (under the service brakes category). The most recently reported issues are listed below. Also please check out the statistics and reliability analysis of Ford F-150 based on all problems reported for the F-150.
When braking at various speeds vehicle would pulsate. Has notified the dealership, and mechanic said the problem was due to the front rotors warping, but problem has not been resolved.
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all problems of the 2001 Ford F-150
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The front left tie rod broke, which caused loss of steering. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for repairs. . The dealer replaced all 4 tie rods. The rotors were replaced which caused the vehicle to vibrate when the brakes were applied.
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all problems of the 1998 Ford F-150
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Front disc brake rotors replaced after 60,000 miles. Rotors too worn/grooved to be repaired.
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all problems of the 2000 Ford F-150
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Consumer took car into dealer for a routine inspection, and dealer said brakes where wearing unevenly. There was more pressure on inside of rotors than on outside.
Found l/f brake rotor w/ large crack in it extending from the center of the hub to the rim. R/f was previously found cracked 10,000 miles ago. What would happen if the rotor fell apart while traveling down the interstate?.
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all problems of the 1997 Ford F-150
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Found r/f rotor w/ crack in it extending from center of hub to outer rim. Crack wide enough to stick a penny in.
Making sharp left turn heard loud metal noise. Noticed front end dropped. Mechanic did not find problem at first. Noticed upper control arm had bent. Had front end aligned, wheel bearings had overheated/rotors warped. Needed truck checked.
When applying the brakes under normal braking situation on wet road surface, the front wheels lock up and the truck will slide about 6-8 feet before stopping. Brake rotors were out of round. The rotors were cut down. One year and six months later, owner experienedthe same problem with brake system. Not taken to dealership for this problem.
Defective front rotors, causing vehicle to vibrate when brakes are applied. Dealer notified, and informed consumer that rotors needed to be turned. Consumer refused, would like replacement instead. Please feel free to provide any further details.
When driving at 30 mph, right side brake rotor which is attached on hub has separated, causing vehicle to sway to one side, and almost resulting in a near accident. Consumer has contacted dealer.
While driving a grinding noise was heard. Dealer found that rotors were defective and had to be replaced.
Consumer stated the brake pedal experienced pulsation while driving. The service center stated the brake rotors were warped. The dealer failed to inform the buyer of the problem prior to purchase. Scc.
Front brake rotors warped, causing vibration when applying brakes. Also drums replaced.
The service manager indicated two of the brake rotors had completely rusted and two of the lower ball joints needed to be replaced.
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all problems of the 1999 Ford F-150
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While having brakes serviced technician noticed corrosion on rotors. Technician tried twice to remove corrosion off rotors,and corrosion could not be removed. Dealer replaced rotors. Please provide further information.
Vehicle was manufactured without rotor shields. In rainy conditions water will splash onto brakes, causing the vehicle to pull to the right. Only one brake will grab. Dealer has put on missing shields.
Braking system malfunctioned due to a defective brake rotor which cause extended stopping distance. Also had a recall for the throttle and the james hodge Ford (1800-675-5447) claimed they did the recall repairs, and gave driver an invoice. Banother Ford dealer stated the previous deale r did not fix the part that was on recall which may have caused a crash. Please provide further information.