34 problems related to brake electric antilock have been reported for the 1996 Ford Windstar. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While applying the brakes pedal went to the floor. Consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and pulled over. Vehicle stalled. Consumer tried to restart vehicle, but was unable to do so. Consumer had vehicle towed to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic could not duplicate the problem.
While driving at 50mph and coming to a stop, the vehicle had extended stopping distance which caused the brakes to vibrate. Also the consumer stated that the antilock brakes activated when coming to a slow stop on dry pavement. The van was taken to suppes Ford of johnstown PA who replaced the right front exciter ring. (excellent short form).
Consumer was traveling 30mph on side street and heard a noise. Consumer applied brakes, and pedal went all the way to the floor. Vehicle started pulling to right, she was able to control vehicle. Dealership was aware of problem. Mechanic stated that left rear backing plate and brake shoe anchor rivets sheared off.
I applied my brakes at least 3 times and they did not grab or make any sound, no skid marks. I slid under the flat bed of a semi truck. My van was totaled. My daughter and I were injured. I called Ford motor CO. , and was told they would do whatever my insurance agent said. My case is now under review with the adjuster board through nationwide insurance in dayton, ohio, where the accident occured. My adjuster said there is no way to check the anti lock system since there is a hole in the engine and the van can't be started. I would appreciate any help in this matter or suggestions.
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Was parking vehicle on a street and pulling up into a corner parking spot, applied brakes, and vehicle kept on accelerating. Contacted dealer.
Braking has been fading for the past year resulting in excessive stopping distance. Dealer checked brakes, found: "brake are good". My wife had a front-end collision when the car in front of her hit a 3rd car cutting into their lane.
Ea 96-026, when traveling at low speeds and coming out of a parking lot into oncoming traffic, experienced brakes fading away which resulted in extended stopping distance. Consumer unsure if pedal traveled to the floorboard. Consumer contacted dealer, dealer has yet to replace parts. Please provide any further details.
While driving braking system malfunctioned, causing brake pedal to g to the floor, and extended stopping distance. Please provide further information.
When applying abs brakes on dry pavement pedal went to the floor , causing extended stopping distance. Right brake pad had come apart, right rotor damaged and had to be replaced. No warning light before failure.
The abs braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may cause an accident. Also, abs system activated when it was not supposed to. Dealer replaced the abs braking system at consumer's expense. Please provide further information.
On highway driving tapped on brakes and the pedal went to the floor, no brakes at all, speed was approximately 40-55mph. No accidents or injuries. Dealer cannot duplicate the problem.
Had the sub-frame insulator replaced twice. Had new abs brakes put on vehicle. The rotors were cut twice. The subframe bushing thread loader was worn down. Tie rods replaced twice, and the struts were replaced twice also.
The front brakes feel like they are grinding & grabbing when they are applied. This extends the stopping distance.
While driving approximately at any speed and applying the brake pedal, the brakes take longer to stop, and there's too much play on the brake pedal.
The brakes on leased vehicle have gone bad, and the manufacturer is not willing to replace or repair these brakes, and the car is still under warranty.
Upon making a right hand turn the anti-lock braking system did not send the proper message to the wheel sensor.
Abs: applied brakes on bottom of slight incline, vehicle stopped at much longer distance than normal, excessive effort to stop vehicle.
Son was driving along approximately 20 mph and hit a sheet of ice and the vehicle just went to the right side of the road. The abs brakes seemed to have locked up suddenly.
The van has abs. When trying to apply the brakes the brake pedal goes to the floor and the van does not stop.
While driving vehicle at either high or low speeds abs brakes would lock up on their own.
When driving the abs brakes and traction off, light comes on, the brakes seem to grab and the vehicle slows down and suddenly stops with no intention of stopping.
Abs brakes; after making a turn, at low speeds vehicle brakes locked up. Please describe.
Front two brakes were replaced twice within a year with additional return for brake adjustments due to erratic soft pedal. Vehicle is equipped with anti lock brakes. Please describe details.
Abs brake problems; intermittently, when applying the brakes, the brakes lock up. This happens under normal braking conditions, normal braking situation and dry roads. The dealer was not able to detect a problem with the braking system. Taken to dealer on 1/17/97 ,9/15/97, 11/4/97 and 4/1/98. Brakes locked up again on 5/19/98. Dealer not able to correct brake problem.
While driving and upon making a sudden stop brake pedal goes all way to floorboard, causing extended stopping distance . Consumer has contacted dealer, dealer stated it was normal operation. Please provide any further details.
Anti lock brakes lock up.
Ea96026, braking system malfuctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result a crash. Also, dealer replaced the front brakes twice. Please provide further information.
Abs false activated at low speed. Probably typical for a vehicle with such high mileage.
Anti lock brake system is continually failing, replacement of components do not rectify failures. Mjs.
Upon applying force to the brake pedal, the pedal will continue to maneuver, causing extended stopping distance and brakes fade away. Please provide further details.
Was driving applied the brakes, vehicle slowed down then locked up and hit a mail truck .
Experiencing moments when extreme pressure must be used to stop.
Ea96026; brake pedal fades/extended stopping distance. In an emergency stopping situation, when slamming on the brakes vehicle keeps going and does not stop. This happens on any type of road surface and any type of weather. Dealer was notified about problem, but is not able to duplicate the problem with the brakes. Please provide futher details.