Service Brakes Related Problems of the 2011 Ford Transit Connect

Table 1 shows two common service brakes related problems of the 2011 Ford Transit Connect.

Table 1. Service Brakes related problems of Ford Transit Connect

Problem Category Number of Problems
Brakes Failed problems
1
Brake Fluid Leak problems
1

Brakes Failed problem #1

The contact owns a 2011 Ford Transit Connect. The contact stated that while driving 30 mph, the brakes failed when applied. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnosis where it was stated that the brakes needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired but the problem persisted. The manufacturer was notified. The approximate failure mileage was 15,000.

Brake Fluid Leak problem #2

Tl the contact owns a 2011 Ford Transit Connect. While driving various speeds and depressing the brake pedal, the vehicle was slow to decelerate. Also, brake fluid was leaking from the vehicle and the brake warning indicator illuminated. The vehicle was towed to the contact's residence. Prater Ford (704 s wall st, calhoun, GA 30701, (706) 629-2883) informed the contact that the rear brakes needed adjustment. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 117,000.


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