Brake Foundation Components problems of the 2000 Ford Ranger

12/16/02 (36,635 miles) first notified dealer that brakes seemed to take farther distance for stop and that there was a severe vibration in the whole vehicle when braking. They determined the front rotors were faulty and fixed them. 5/5/03 (40,771 miles) truck was returned to dealer for the same issue, both front rotors, calipers, and pads were replaced. 9/13/04 (55,637 miles) truck was returned again to the dealer for the same problem and was told by dealer that the issue was now the rear drums being out of round and that they would fix for 300 dollars. Consumer plans to get a second opinion.

When pressing on the brake to make a quick stop on dry pavement, the brake pedal bent approximately 15 degrees preventing me from stopping in time to avoid hitting the car in front of me. The truck did not skid nor did the the anti-lock brake systems activate.

While driving there was unwanted acceleration. The consumer states it becomes very violent upon coming to a stop. When the consumer stopped using the auto speed control the surging did not occur until early 2005. There was a banging noise coming from the rear when braking due to the rear speed sensor and the brake pump, it made the vehicle feel as if it were being hit in the back.

Brakes failed causing a crash, the consumer was injured in the accident, consumer believes the tires were also the cause (unable to verify).

When driving there will be a whining noise present and steering wheel will become stiff. Steering has locked up before due to main drive belt breaking. Dealer has replaced power steering pump, but problem still exists. Front brakes needed replacing and the rotors were turned. The tailgate will not unlatch periodically and then comes open by itself. The front rods were out of adjustment.