Brakes Failed problems of the 2001 Ford Taurus

Seven problems related to brakes failed have been reported for the 2001 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below. Please also check out the statistics and reliability analysis of the 2001 Ford Taurus based on all problems reported for the 2001 Taurus.

1 Brakes Failed problem

Failure Date: 01/05/2013

Tl-the contact owns a 2001 Ford Taurus. The contact stated that while completing a turn at 15 mph and applying the brakes, the front wheels seized and the brakes failed. The condition of the road was wet. The contact stated there was a rattling noise that came from under the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to a private mechanic, who discovered a corroded brake proportioning valve. The failure was reported to the manufacturer. The failure mileage was 47,000. The current mileage was 51,000. Kmj.

2 Brakes Failed problem

Failure Date: 05/10/2007

The contact owns a 2001 Ford Taurus. While preparing to make a right turn, the vehicle's brakes failed while attempting to decelerate from 50 mph. The brake warning indicator light illuminated. The contact had to shut off the vehicle in order for it to stop. The vehicle was towed to a Ford dealer and has not been diagnosed at this time. The engine size was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 49,000.

3 Brakes Failed problem

Failure Date: 09/10/2004

The consumer experienced brake system failure. The consumer took the vehicle to the dealership. While slowing down to make a 90 degree turn there was no pedal pressure. This happened intermittently.

4 Brakes Failed problem

Failure Date: 09/03/2004

While driving at 10 mph. The driver applied the brakes and they failed. The vehicle took longer to stop and the consumer rear ended another vehicle. Please provide further information.

5 Brakes Failed problem

Failure Date: 06/22/2004

The brakes failed to stop vehicle when they were depressed. Brake pedal went to floor, and consumer's vehicle rear ended another vehicle. Police officer indicated that there weren't any brakes on the passenger's side. Vehicle was towed to the dealership.

6 Brakes Failed problem

Failure Date: 02/28/2003

The vehicle experienced total brake failure twice in the last 2 weeks, the dealer was unable to determine cause of brake failure.

7 Brakes Failed problem

While driving at night or during inclement weather brakes fail to respond. The brake pedal is hard, and extended stopping distance is necessary to perform properly.




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