Brake Hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings Problems of Ford F-150 - part 1

Front passenger side brake line failed when driving down a rural highway. The line failed just below the inboard fitting. Obviously losing the brakes put me and my family in a dangerous situation. Luckily we were able to bring the vehicle to a stop in a near by dot yard. This happened at night so we slept in the dot yard. We were able to find a replacement line in a near by town and get it repaired the next morning. I inspected the drivers side line and found a buldge in the same location. I have replaced that line as well. I have saved the lines incase someone would like to inspect them. I did not notice any symptoms proir to the failure. The only warning lamp or message I received was after I had lost some brake fluid.

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The contact owns a 2018 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at approximately 35 mph, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floorboard. The contact stated that the vehicle continued through the light but eventually came to a stop. The brake fluid low message was displayed approximately seven minutes after the failure. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic, who informed the contact there was a hole in the brake line. The contact called the local dealer, who referred her to the manufacturer for assistance. The manufacturer was contacted, and the contact was referred to the NHTSA hotline. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 42,854.

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The contact owns a 2021 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle performed as if the parking brake was engaged. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where the failure could not be determined. The vehicle was then taken to another dealer where it was diagnosed that the tires were rubbing against the brake line and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and the contact was informed that the vehicle needed to be taken to the dealer for assistance. The failure mileage was approximately 47,000.

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The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated while attempting to stop the vehicle in the driveway, the brake pedal went to the floorboard. The low brake fluid warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that the brake fluid was leaking out of the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the contact was informed that the front brake lines were leaking and needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 140,000.

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As I was approaching a 4-way intersection, I applied the brakes. It slowed the vehicle down and came to a stop, but as I was waiting at the light the pedal went all the way down to the floor. This is the second bake line that has failed. In the past 6-8 months, the front driver side brake line failed; this time it is the front passenger side.

Hauling a full 2 horse trailer. Approaching a red light when I hit my brakes they went all the way to the floor. I had the truck towed to my repair shop. They discovered a slice in the brake line. In all of their years of experience they have never seen this. See attached photo.

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Frame, brake lines and all metal under carriage corroded to the point of being unsafe. Body only has minimal rust on rear corner pillars. Unsafe to operate.

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While sitting stopped at a red light when I felt a lite thump on the brake petal then the brake petal went to the floor. No light or warning sounds at all. Pumped petal and brakes were ok. Got home shut off and stepped on petal and it went to floor again. Checked fluid and it was low so I filled up with dot 3 fluid. Then I noticed fluid on driveway on right side near front wheel. Looked under truck and noticed fluid all over. Upon looking further it was coming from the right front brake hose. I think this is a pre-mature failure of the brake hose. I ordered this truck and took delivery in September 2015 and it only has 64,000 miles on it. The thing that scares me most is I just got done driving back from florida to NJ towing my wifes 2018 Ford escape on a tow dolly. God if that happened towing we would have had an accident. I know their is a recall for the master cyl. That just came out 6/2020 but I think you should look into their brake hoses also. I will be taking it to the Ford dealer in the morning (all american Ford point pleasant NJ 08742) (6/15/2020) and want them to fix the bad hose and change all the rubber brake hoses. I do not feel safe now that 1 hose blew out in only 4yrs 9 mos. I do have an extended warranty so that should be covered. I have owned several new vehicles in my life time and never had a brake hose blow out like this. . . . . I'm 67 yrs old.

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. While driving, the brakes seized when the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the brake pads and rotors were replaced. The failure recurred. The vehicle was taken back to the mechanic where the piston, rotors, brake line, brake pads, and brake fluid were replaced; however, the failure recurred. The vehicle was taken to big country Ford Lincoln (500 w commerce st, brownwood, TX 76801, (325) 643-1651), but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failures and referred the contact to NHTSA. The failure mileage was 94,000.

Ruptured brake line. Pedal went soft to floor, luckily happened at a stop light.

Vehicle had a sudden and near complete loss of brake capability. The sudden failure was noted about 1 hour after previous, in which the vehicle had no issues and no warning lights were active. Brake pedal went down to the floor and the "low brake fluid" light came on and war ning sounded from the console. Brakes provided minimal response and largely had to slow down by coasting. No external leaks were visible from the vehicle not did any of the brake lines appear to be damaged. When I checked under the hood, the brake fluid reserve was below the "min" line. Topping it off with brake fluid it did not resolve the problem and the level went back to below "min" after about a 4 mile drive. Taking vehicle to dealership this evening to ascertain cause of sudden failure.

Brake lines collapsed twice causing wire brakes and rotors . Service center recommended filing a complaint .

No or poor braking right after engine startup and traveling in reverse (vacuum assist). Very poor braking at emergency or panic stop (as if the brake lines need bled). Travel speed at about 45mph. Only 27k miles on vehicle. Similar to concerns that prompted the Ford 19s07 warranty extension for the electric vacuum assist unit, but this vehicle is not covered by that. Ford dealership wants over $100 to diagnose brake system. Very scarry driving!.

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Front left brake line ruptured, resulting in loss of brake fluid, depresses brake pedal goes to the floorboard. No stopping power. Backing out of driveway on this occasion. No accident. Same line on right front ruptured less than a year ago, exact same result. Luckily no accident but was at a stop light on a major highway when pedal when straight to floor.

The contact owns a 2016 Ford F-150. After purchasing the vehicle, the contact discovered that the lift kit and brake lines were not installed correctly. The contact notified the dealer and advised the contact to bring the vehicle back to the dealer for repairs; however, the contact was not located near the dealer. The contact stated that the other dealers did not want to service the vehicle. The manufacturer was not notified. The failure mileage was 250.

Was sitting at a restaurant drive thru with foot on the brake when the brake pedal suddenly went to the floor and the truck started moving. I was able to get the vehicle home and back to the Ford dealership the next morning very carefully and by pumping the brakes to get the vehicle to stop. Was told that the brake line had ruptured. Luckily, I was not towing my 6000 pound boat or going downhill at the time of the failure. I asked if this was common since brake lines are not an item that are routinely inspected or replaced on a normal 17 point inspection. I was told that it was uncommon. I googled the problem and discovered that several other Ford f150 owners of various model years had experienced the same issue. Luckily, there have been no reports of deaths or severe injury, but I am reporting this to hopefully prevent a death from occurring.

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Loss of brakes while driving. Brakes stopped working. Pedal went all the way to the floor and nothing happened. Had to use emergency brake to stop. Towed car to Ford to get brakes fixed. Brake line ended up breaking and rotors were damaged.

I was starting the truck to leave a wal-mart parking lot and my left foot which was on the brake went all the way to the floor of the truck. I had no brakes. It was fortunate that I was stopped and not on the road with other cars or going down a steep hill. I had the auto shop tow the truck to the shop. They fixed two brake lines. Complete brake failure should not happen.

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The contact owns a 1999 Ford F-150. While driving at 15 mph, the brakes stopped functioning without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the brake lines failed. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the issue. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was 134,000.

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While stopping for a pedestrian, at a speed of approximately 10 mph,the rear passenger side rubber brake line separated from the steel brake line,resulting in the immediate loss of all brake fluid and the brake pedal going to the floor. The cause of this separation ,was corrosion of the factory steel clamp ,clamping the rubber hose to the steel brake line. Upon examination,it was found that two other clamps were in the same condition. I was able to completely remove one clamp ,by rubbing it between my finger and thumb. These steel components are unsafe for use in states that use salt or brine on their roads. This was made worse by the fact that the reservoir used,is not split into two sections, allowing loss of all brake fluid for both front and rear brakes at the same time.

On 6/01/2014 I was driving my truck when I started to approach an intersection to stop and when I pressed the brake pedal to stop and the truck the brakes would not activate. The brake pedal went all away to the floor, then I realized that either I would have to crash the truck into the wall of the bridge and possibly go over or crash the truck in to other vehicles. However this was a panicky situation in the last second before crashing the truck I applied the emergency brakes. After towing the truck to the garage I took few photos of the front brake line hoses and how close they are to the tire rims. One of those break lines were damage by rubbing against the tire rim. Other break lines photo is showing how close the break lines are to the tire rim. I am very disappointed that Ford would install or design the holding brackets that could possibly move close to the tire rim for the brake hoses that close to the tire rim. Also I stop over to a Ford dealer in reading PA why they would not address this problem when I have the truck inspected in October of 2013. The supervisor at the desk have no answer to my question. Then I check similar trucks the year was 2008 and the brake line was less than . 250" from the tire rim. When I checked the 2014 e150 it looks that the brake lines location were redesign. So obviously somebody new about this problem however I was never notify about this problem, the bracket that hold the brake lines were never adjusted away from being that close to a tire rim at the inspection. I am disappointed that a government agency would allow the break hoses to be installed about . 250" from the tire rims or moving parts. I would like to be reimbursed for a towing and the repair of the truck.

Tl- the contact owns a 2004 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while in a parking lot the brake lines fractured more than twice. The contact indicated that there was a plastic piece associated with the brake lines that was prematurely fracturing and also that the brake lines had extensive rust and corrosion. The first time the left rear brake line fractured, the second time the right rear brake line fractured and the contact replaced the part but the failure recurred. The contact mentioned that while maneuvering the vehicle again, the brake line fractured in the rear. The vehicle was parked at the contacts residence due to the recurring failure. The VIN was not available. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and they provided no remedy. The approximate failure mileage was 40,000. Dyd.

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Without warning, the brake pedal went to the floor while towing a 6000lb trailer. Stopped for dinner - all felt normal. Upon finishing dinner and returning to my truck, I put my foot on the brake and shifted from park to drive when suddenly the brake pedal went to the floor. I tried several more times and each time the brake pedal went to the floor. Inspection of the vehicle showed that the brake line leading to the rear brakes had rotted through from the outside. This vehicle is meticulously maintained and has never been used near salt water, or to launch boats. My mechanic has advised me that rotting brake lines is a common problem. With that knowledge, I am dismayed and disappointed to find out that Ford does not offer any type of replacement lines.

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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.

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Pulled into parking space, applied brake and pedal went all the way to floor. Truck rolled forward into bumper of parked car. Upon inspection, found steel brake line rusted through, just above flex line running to driver's side front brake, with brake fluid flowing out of corrosion hole. There was never any indication that the truck had any problems at all with the brakes. I was on my way to the highway and am thanking god I decided to make a quick stop to my local food store first. It could have been a huge disaster! I can't believe fuel and brake lines are not required to be made of stainless steel - most especially in states that salt the roads in winter!.

The contact owns a 1998 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the brakes failed without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The technician diagnosed that the brake lines were corroded. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The vehicle was repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 200,000.

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Rear steel brake line failed above gas tank causing loss of brakes. Ford dealer says lines were corroded and rusted which caused failure on 8 yr old truck with 49. ,000 miles in a non corrosive environment. And charged $500. 00 to replace. Vehicle has already been recalled for gas tank strap corrosion failure this year. I contacted Ford and got a very unsatisfactory so what type response. Your help and assistance into this potential safety issue is welcomed. ## VIN passed ## Ford heritage pickup 2004 truck ##.

S10 appropriate handling- letter to the secretary from re expressing concerns regarding brake line corrosion. The consumer stated he replaced one inch of the brake line after he almost experienced complete brake failure. The other lines are still severely corroded and will fail soon.

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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 brake line running front to back burst due to rust damage as I started to back out of a parking space and the brake pedal went to the floor. Upon further inspection at the service station , there was evidence of severe rusting at virtually all of the brake line attachment points and all brake lines had to be replaced. Due to rust damage.

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The contact owns a 1999 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 45 mph, the contact depressed the brake pedal and noticed the brake pedal dropped to the floor board abnormally. The contact used the emergency brake and was able to stop the vehicle. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostics. The contact inspected the vehicle and noticed brake fluid leaking from the brake lines as a result of corrosion of the brake lines. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 157,000. Updated 05/08/lj.

Brakes failed at low speed avoiding incident. Lost vacuum to braking system resulting in stiff manual style braking. Looked online for recall and saw what appeared to be the exact same thing for my year and vehicle description. Called dealership and was told that my vehicle is not part of this recall. Well, it should be. It was the exact issue and part as is described in recall NHTSA campaign id number : 08v208000 NHTSA action number: pe08001 component: service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings.

I was driving on the highway onto the offramp, when I got to the end, I had nearly 100% brake failure. I managed to Dodge a semi by pulling on the shoulder and using the emergency brake. The brake line had corroded from from to back. I looked on the NHTSA website and see a lot of these issues, but since the great mounds of NHTSA seem to believe nearly total brake failure is not an issue, I just replace the part of the line that is leaking. It will very likely fail again soon, but I know that it that was a problem, then NHTSA would do its job and push a recall. Just another case of NHTSA deciding which consumers should be protected under the law and which ones should have their lives put at risk. I got a note from [xxx] at NHTSA claiming they might conduct a study, but given that a 10 month study by NHTSA was insufficient to determine that gasoline spilling out onto the highway may pose a consumer risk, I'm betting this will go no where. Tax dollars at work!! information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u. S. C. 552(b)(6).

The contact owns a 2001 Ford F-150. While driving approximately 20 mph the contact depressed the brake pedal when it suddenly dropped to the floor board. The contact continued depressing the brake pedal in order to stop the vehicle. After inspecting the vehicle the contact noticed the brake lines were corroded and fractured. The vehicle was not taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 90,000.

Fortunately, I was under 1/2 mile from my house. My road dead ends onto another. I applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor as I approched the stop sign. I went throught the stop sign and into the drainage ditch on the other side of the road. Because my vehicle is 4 wheel drive, I was able to get out of the ditch and return home. Upon inspection, I found that the brake line that goes from the front to the rear was rusted and failed. There was little damage from the crash, just a fender that needs replaced. I am anal with regard to my vehicles condition and maintenance. To have a failure like this on a what is supposed to be the best built truck is absurd and totally unacceptable! my brothers 1999 Honda, my step son's 1991 Nissan stanza (recntly sold) a 1993 Geo prizm (I. E. Toyota corola!!!) recently sold had zero rust on any brake fitting, brake line or fuel line.