Air Brake Problems of Ford F-150

Ford F-150 owners have reported 29 air brake related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 9 most common air brake problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's air brake (8 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's air brake abs warning light (5 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.


Recently reported Air Brake problems of Ford F-150

The Air Brake problem

The contact owns a 2015 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while driving approximately 60-70 mph downhill, the vehicle failed to stop. The contact depressed the brake pedal but it became hard and failed to stop the vehicle.   Read details...

The Air Brake Abs Warning Light problem

The contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving 70 mph with the cruise control activated, the transmission suddenly downshifted from 6th to 1st gear. There was no warning light illuminated.   Read details...

The Air Brake Wheel Speed Sensor problem

The contact owns a 2011 Ford F-150. The contact stated while driving on an access road 30 mph, the transmission unexpectedly downshifted to first gear, and the “maintenance required” warning light was illuminated. The contact immediately stopped the vehicle.   Read details...

The Air Brake Disc Rotor problem

Tl the contact owns a 2013 Ford F-150. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal, the front of the vehicle shook and vibrated severely. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who indicated that the driver�s side brake rotor was cracked and needed to be replaced.   Read details...

The Air Brake Antilock problem

I have had this vehicle repaired numerous times under factory warranty, problem has worsened. Three near accidents, could have injured or even killed other drivers and/or passengers. I have complained many times. I can't seem to get anything done about it.   Read details...




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