Brake Disc Pads Problems of Ford Five Hundred

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Five Hundred. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph and having to brake abruptly, there was a hesitation in braking response. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where they advised him that they were unable to diagnose the failure. The vehicle was repaired and three sets of rear brake pads were installed on the vehicle. In addition, the low beam headlights started to dim. The contact inspected the vehicle himself and noticed that the pig tail socket had shortened. The pig tail socket was replaced. The failure mileage was unknown. The current mileage was approximately 125,000. The VIN was unavailable.

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The contact owns a 2006 Ford Five Hundred. The contact was driving in reverse at an unknown speed. As the contact applied the brakes, the vehicle would not respond and crashed. A police report was filed but no injuries were reported. The failure was not diagnosed. Approximately four months later while driving at an unknown speed, the contact applied the brakes and experienced an increase in stopping distance. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where the contact was told that the rear brake pads would need to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 14,000 and the current mileage was 16,000. The VIN was unavailable. Updated 05/24/lj.

I own a 2006 Ford Five Hundred which I purchased used with approx. 12000 miles. Prior to the purchase Ford recalled it and put new brake pads and rotors on the rear. It now has 29000 miles on it and the rear pads are worn out and Ford says the rotors need replacing. The brakes drag in the rear. Ford says they are not responsible. I have researched on line and found a large number of complaints identical to mine. This is a manufacturer design problem and a safety hazard since there are reports of the brakes wearing completely into the rotor and locking causing accidents. The owner has no clue since they wear out so fast. Ford should be held accountable for their design flaw before there are deaths caused by this flaw.

I recently took my car in for an oil change and tire rotation only to be advised that I needed rear brake rotors, rear brake pads and brake fluid flush. This is the third time I've replaced the brakes on this vehicle. The vehicle has approx. 83,000 miles on it and I live in the suburbs. I argue with the service tech's every time they insist that the brakes need to be replaced. I can't believe that a car can go through so many brakes in such a short period of time.

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2006 Ford Five Hundred, car has 40,000 miles and I have replaced the rear brake pads twice so far, also the rotors have been turned and in need of being changed as of right now. Many other people are having the same problems with this vehicle.

2007 Ford Five Hundred with 35750 miles dealer states the car needs rear brakes and rear rotors. The rear brakes pads are shot and the rotors are grooved. Dealer states this is not covered under warranty under the Ford campaign of 07n10. Dealer states this campaign issue existed only with Ford Five Hundred manufactured on or before November 28, 2006. Ours supposedly was built February 2007. Ford states this problem will not exist on any Ford Five Hundred's manufactured after the date of November 28,2006.

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The contact owns a 2006 Ford Five Hundred. While driving between 10-15 mph, the vehicle would make a scraping sound. The vehicle was taken in for routine service and rear brake failure was discovered. The pads and rotors had to be replaced. TSB number 10021463 (service brakes, hydraulic) was referenced. The contact was informed that his vehicle was out of warranty. The failure mileage was 40,000. Updated 12-15-08 updated 12/17/08.

I took my Ford 500 in for the rear brake recall,they replaced the pads ,but the rotors were within limits,so they turned them down. Now when it comes time for normal brake replacement,I will probably have to replace the rotors on my own. In other words, Ford only gave me a set of pads,which sure is a cheap way out.

The new car rear brakes have excessive wear on the rotors and when wet the brake pads expand causing the car to jerk excessively when brakes are applied. This condition is extremely excessive at very very slow speeds. When pulling out of a parking spot hours after a rain the excessive brakes can even cause neck pain. My concern is that even though I know Ford will replace these brake pads as promised: I am very concerned that the rotors that have very excessive wear will be tuned and not replaced. It appears to the naked eye that a quarter of an inch has been worn off of the rotors, and the car only has 12500 miles on it. Ford is aware of the brake problem, but is waiting for the excessive wear to replace the pads. What should I do?.

I own a 2005 Ford Five Hundred. When I took the car for oil change maintenance on 11/25 and to have the tires rotated and aligned, the mechanic said the rear brakes on the vehicle were 95% worn, and should be replaced in short order. This is unusual since the vehicle is front wheel drive and only had 21,300 miles. The mechanic at the dealer stated that they were receiving several complaints regarding the brakes for that make of vehicle.

This is in regard to a 2006 Ford Five Hundred with rear brake grinding. I received a notice ( 07n10)from Ford motor company July 2007 . It stated that my vehicle may have had direct exposure to moisture for an extended period that may have caused the brake pads to swell and create a slight drag condition. Low levels of brake drag could lead to premature brake pad wear. At 36,000 miles the rear brakes began to grind . The rear brake pads and rotors were replaced at no charge . When I brought the auto to the dealer for repairs the service manager told me the front and rear brakes needed to be replaced because it was an all wheel drive vehicle. When the appointment was made to have the repairs completed at the dealer I was insured all the parts were available. To my surprise the dealer did not have all the needed parts to make the repairs. Fortunately another dealer in the area had the needed parts. The dealer furnished a loaner car for 5 days . When I picked up the car only the rear brakes were replaced. If the cause of the failure is in fact "moisture" then why wouldn't all the pads need to be replaced?.

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Five Hundred. The contact heard a grinding noise coming from the rear of the vehicle when he shifted into reverse. The rear brakes would also continuously grind. The dealer stated that the rear brakes and rotors caused the failure. As of October 24, 2007, the dealer had not repaired the vehicle updated 11/14/07.

Had to replace rear left and right brake disc pad and rotors @ 37,249 miles. . Received 12/27/07 64200. Updated 12/12/07.

In June 2007, my wife took our 2006 Ford Five Hundred (sel) to the local dealer for an oil change. She was informed at the time that she needed to have the rear brake pads replaced. The car had only 26,800 miles on it. I was in disbelief and told her not to allow the work. I took the car to an auto service center that I trusted the next day. Sure enough, the pads needed to be replaced. I had them do the work. I then complained to the local dealer that this wear rate was unacceptable and cars normally go significantly longer before needing rear pad replacement. I received a letter from them stating that the "brake wear on your vehicle is considered to be within normal parameters" . I knew this was not true. In July, I received a letter from Ford motor CO. Stating that they were extending the warranty on the rear pads to 36,000. I received a refund from the dealer. Just recently at 68,584 miles, we had to have the pads replaced once again. I don't think this is acceptable wear for these pads. It cost us $227. 01 to have them replaced. My wife uses this car for business, so it looks like we'll need to plan on replacing these pads every year. Interestingly, the front pads have not worn out yet. The second problem we have had is with the tie rod end links which needed to be replaced at 53,671 miles. I have never had to perform this replacement on any other vehicle I've owned, many have gone well over 100,000 miles. I believe there is a design problem with the car in this respect.

Rear brakes went out at 23,000 miles. Needed new rotors and pads. Ford makes disposable rotors, in that they can't be turned or resurfaced. They are throw away rotors, and I had to buy all new ones at $100 a piece. Why did rear go out before front? why does Ford make disposable parts? don't know, but it is a shame and a rip off.

I purchased a 2005 Ford 500 new in September 2005. On April 17, 2007, 20 months I took it to the Ford dealer for a routine oil change and the 16,000 mile check up and I was told it needed new rear brakes. There was absolutely no reason why rear brakes should be required since I drive very little, and I took extremely good car of the vehicles. I own two other cars. This appeared to be a manufacturing or an engineering flaw. I was surprised on how quickly the Ford dealer knew to look at the brakes for problems. They must be doing this on a regular basis. I called Ford, and they said that the warranty on the brakes was only for 12 months, very convenient. Nhtsa should start an investigation giving the number of complaints on this problem. Ak.

Rear brake pads and rotors too small and wear out before 10,000 miles. At 3,000 miles I informed the dealer that rear wheels were collecting large amounts of brake dust. Service advisor found no problems with brakes at that time. Ten months later, I was informed by service advisor that the rear brake rotors and pads were designed too small and the pads and rotors were wearing out prematurely. Service advisor said they they were replacing rear pads and rotors on numerous Ford Five Hundreds prior to 10,000 miles. Service advisor said that Ford would pay the cost if vehicle was less than 12 months old.

- the contact has a 2005 Ford 500 with an odometer reading of 34900 miles and his rear break pads have worn out. The contact heard a grinding noise coming from the rear of the vehicle and found that his rear break pads are grinding into the rotors, but his front break pads are less than half way warn. The contact stated that there is service bulletin (06-22-17) from Ford which states that defective materials used on the rear break pads. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer (webster dudley Lincoln Mercury) and they stated that he was not covered by Ford and he would have to pay for the repair. The contact also called Ford and stated that it is a wear item and is no longer covered.

Took my 2005 Ford Five Hundred in for an oil change and tire rotation (17k miles), 12 months old. Was called by the Ford dealer service manger and told I needed rear brake pads ASAP!. I question how a car that has only been owned for 12 months need brakes (and only rear ones!). Told Ford knows of the problem and resigned the pads, but I would have to pay $250 for the brake job (I declined). Multiple contacts (via email) to Ford hqts. Have been a waste of time. No response to the problem, no attempt to resolve the issue.

- the contact owns a 2005 Ford Five Hundred. The contact stated when the vehicle was parked for an extended period the brake pads fail when restarting the vehicle. The vehicle had been parked for eleven days when the incident occurred. The contact was driving 65 mph and could hear the sound of metal grinding on metal when attempting to apply the brakes, it was also very difficult to stop the vehicle. Ford agrees that the incident occurred due to premature wear on the vehicle. The dealer stated the contact was liable for the repair cost. The contact maintained thiswas not a wear issue instead itwas a safety/failure issue. Ford refused to reimburse the contact, but advised the contact it was unsafe to drive the vehicle. Ford redesigned the brake pads due to this incident. Ford stated rust appears on the brake pads after being parked for an extended time. The contact's vehicle was inspected prior to the incident and there was no evidence of brake problems at the time. The contact referenced Ford bulletin # 06-22-17.

Subject: excessive rear brake wear on 2005 Ford Five Hundred. New car was purchased from local Ford dealership on April 17, 2005. Rear brake pads were replaced and rotors turned by Ford dealership on April 13, 2006 at 29,976 miles. Ford dealership replaced the rear brake pads and rotors on Nov. 17, 2006 at 46,691 miles. Why did the Ford factory rear brake pads/rotors get 29,976 miles and Ford dealership installed rear brake pad/rotors get only 16,715 miles? pads front: Ford factory installed still on car with 46,691 miles: left front: outside 6mm thick inside 8mm thick right front: outside 6 mm thick inside 8 mm thick pads rear: Ford dealership installed new 0 miles left rear: outside 8 mm thick inside 10 mm thick right rear: outside 8mm thick inside 10 mm thick Ford recommended replacement of brake pads is less than 3 mm. The front pads are 6 inches long and the rear pads are only 2 inches long. Why are the rear pads only 1/3 the size of the front pads? the rear wheel rims are always black with excessive brake dust. The front wheel rims have very little brake dust. The rear wheels when jacked up and spun by hand seem to drag on the pads/rotors. Other cars I have will spin by hand 8 to 10 seconds. The Ford 500 will spin only 3 seconds. Is it possible the emergency brakes are the problem for this drag and wear? the Ford dealer is helpful, but Ford warranty is only 18,000 miles/12 months on factory installed brakes, and 12,000/12 months on Ford dealership installed brakes. I have filed a complaint with the Ford motor CO. Customer relationship center. Their answer was that there are no brake problems. Ford dealership checked with the Ford factory tech and again no brake problems. Nhtsa web site has 11 complaints like mine. How can Ford corp and the Ford dealership tell me there are no rear brake problems with my 2005 Ford Five Hundred.

I purchased a 2005 Ford 500 new in July 2005. I had it serviced by the book at my dealership. On Nov 14,2006 I took it in for a routine oil change and the 22,000 mile check up. I was told it needed new rear brakes and "rotors". Since 75% of these miles are all highway miles (very little braking), there is absolutely no reason why rear brakes should be required. . . . And certainly no excuse for the rotors needing replaced. Since I take extremely good car of my vehicles, including washing it by hand, I have noticed since I bought it that the rear wheels are always black with brake dust. The front wheels are typically clean. That must mean the rear wheels are doing most of the work. This is without a doubt an engineering issue. Also, having visited the NHTSA website, it is littered with complaints from other Ford 500 owners experiencing the exact same problem. And via their reports, a denial by Ford that there is not problem. (wonder why they are on the ropes as a car maker???) I "chatted with the service advisor to no avail. I plan on going higher. . . . Wish me luck. On the other hand, I present to between 15 and 20 thousand individuals each year across the country talking about integrity and customer service. Ford is about to learn the true meaning of the term "customer terrorist". I can assure them that I will get my money's worth a couple of hundred times over. Maybe you should wish them luck. . . They are going to need it.

: the contact stated the brake rotors and pads wore out quickly. The contact expressed there was too much brake dust in the rear brakes. The service dealer did not find any problem.

The contact owns a 2006 Ford Five Hundred. According to the dealer, the brake pads rub the rotors and heat the pads and rotors during stopping. The contact noticed the failure while driving 30 mph. The vehicle was taken to the dealer once and they acknowledged the failure and extended the warranty. The current mileage was 5,800 and failure mileage was 1.

I purchased a new 2005 Ford 500 in mid 2005. I only have 3600 miles on the vehicle. Rear wheels of my vehicle are completely blackened by brake dust that he had . Rear rotors were are deeply grooved and should be repaired or replaced. Shop foreman at dealership showed a release from the Ford engineer division that notified Ford dealers that Ford was aware of the problem. They are investigating the problem and will use different brake pads in the . . . . 4th quarter of 2006, but were presently considering the problem to be normal and will not allow any warranty work. The shop foreman admitted that he considered the problem to be an engineering issue, was having problems with other new Ford vehicles, and was going to call Ford engineering about the issue. Shop foreman called June 22, 2006 and advised that Ford was not considering the problem to be a problem and were not going to back any warranty work. I was advised that the ã‚ownerã‚s manual" recommends that the wheels be washed at least once a week. A serious problem and the answer is to wash the wheels once a week? son-in-law also determined that after driving several blocks, the front and rear brake rotors were be incredibly hot. He advised me that the excessive heat could cause my brakes to brakes to fail and me or others could be injured, or worse. ** rear brake pads degrading and rear brake rotors need replaced. Excessive heat in rear rotors.

: the contact stated the rear brake pads were disintegrating; this was noticed while washing the vehicle. The dealership and manufacturer determined it was a cosmetic problem. The dealership suggested the contact purchase a plastic shield to keep the dust off of the brake pads. The contact cleaned the dust off of the brake pads and stated it takes 20 minutes on each side. Updated 3/3/2006 - the consumer believes that the brakes may not be releasing all the way.