Ford F-250 owners have reported 4 problems related to conventional parking brake (under the parking brake category). The most recently reported issues are listed below.
The contact's client owns a 1999 Ford F-250 sd. The contact, who is a mechanic, stated that the emergency brake lever would not engage. As a result, the vehicle would not brake at all. He was informed that the VIN was not included in NHTSA campaign id number 02v068000 (parking brake:conventional:mechanical:linkage and cable), even though the symptoms were identical. The failure mileage and purchase date were unknown. The current mileage was 130,000.
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1. The parking brake does not disengage after it is engaged. 2. The engine leaks oil between the engine block and the head on the passengers side just above the starter. The engine was replaced after going back the second time for the same problem.
Ongoing problem with vehicle emergency parking brake sticking in cold weather. Dealer notified and had repaired and replaced some parts, and problem still occurs.
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Since we purchased this truck we have had it to the dealer numerous times for the emergency brake failure. They offered to replace emergency brake with a new system, but then recanted the offer. They even admitted they knew this was a problem. Vehicle is not safe.
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| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake Linkage And Cable problems | |
| Conventional Parking Brake problems | |
| Mechanical Parking Brake problems | |
| Parking Brake Hoses Lines/piping And Fittings problems |