Four problems related to brake hoses, lines/piping, and fittings have been reported for the 2002 Ford F-250. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
2002 Ford f250 super duty rusted steel brake line which caused the brakes to fail at 25mph in neighborhood. I have 84,507 miles on the vehicle and do not live in a harsh environment. The location of rusty area is approximately 6 - 12 inches away from junction splice for the front brakes and rear brake line. The rusty brake line is the long rear brake line. The steel brake line is rubbing a cable cover that has metal tape on it and has caused premature rusting. I live in east tennessee and the weather is not harsh. I purchased the vehicle new and had brake rotor problems before and had the dealer to turn the rotors once and replace the front rotors. Thank goodness I was traveling in the neighborhood when this happen. The week before I drove the truck on I-40 going to north carolina thru the gorge. What if it happened then?.
The contact owns a 2002 Ford f250 sd. The contact stated that while driving approximately 30 mph, the brake pedal traveled rapidly to floor upon engaging. The vehicle failed to slow down until after repeated pressure was applied to the brake pedal. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic who stated the brake lines fractured due to corrosion. The vehicle was repaired. In addition, the entire under carriage was completely rusted beyond repair. The manufacturer was notified of the problem. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.
Main brake line rusted through. Catastrophic loss of all braking power to all wheels. Sailed through a seven lane intersection. Poor quality materials used that lead to brake line rusting. Should have used stainless steel to prevent rust. Ford denied product liability claim as "out of warranty". Class action lawsuit should re-plumb all brake lines to be stainless steel. Will never advise people to buy Ford trucks.
2002 Ford F-250 brake line rotted. Letter to manufacturer not attached. The consumer believes the rotted brake line may have been the result of poor material.