Table 1 shows one common air brake related problems of the 2018 Ford Taurus.
| Problem Category | Number of Problems |
|---|---|
| Air Brake Disc Pads problems |
The contact owns a 2018 Ford Taurus. Upon inspection of his vehicle, the contact was informed by a mechanic at the dealer that the passenger’s side rear brake pad had been severely worn and was close to making metal-to-metal contact with the rotor. Due to the failure, the contact had the brake pad replaced. The manufacturer was informed of the failure and they informed him that brake pads should be replaced every 12 months or 18,000 miles. The contact questioned the manufacturer's statement since none of his other brake pads needed replacement and had each remained in quality condition. The vehicle had been repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 24,000.