3.8
definitely annoying- Crashes / Fires:
- 0 / 0
- Injuries / Deaths:
- 0 / 0
- Average Mileage:
- 33,306 miles
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On June 30, 2021, while driving in a parking lot, "low brake fluid" warning lite came on then brake pedal went to floor. Brake fluid was added at scene but problem repeated it self. Car was towed to shop and diagnosed as master cylinder failure with brake fluid in booster. The parts were replaced and problem was solved. There is approx. 51000 miles on vehicle. Fortunately, this occurred at low speed in a church parking lot. I can't imagine what would have happened on the hiway at speed! Defective parts are available for inspection.
- Warminster, PA, USA
Low brake fluid light came on. I pulled off road to think, but since it said "low" brake fluid and not "empty" brake fluid, and since I was already on my way to the dealer for an oil change, I decided to proceed. When ready to go again, brake pedal went all of the way to the floor. Mechanic says the brake fluid is leaking into the power booster. His research found same problem with 2016 F150's that used the same part but was recalled, but Expedition's were not recalled. Required tow truck to take to Ford dealer 1-1/2 hrs from my home. Should have already been a recall or a warning that something could happen since Ford has already experienced this with the F150's.
- Hohenwald, TN, USA
The contact owns a 2016 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while her husband was driving approximately 30 mph, the brakes became spongy with an unknown warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after driving an additional four miles, and attempting to pull into a parking space, the brake pedal was depressed and went to the floor. After pumping the brake pedal several times, the vehicle stopped with an unknown warning light illuminated. Roadside assistance arrived and the tow truck driver stated that there was no brake fluid inside the brake master cylinder. The vehicle was towed to galpin Ford (15505 roscoe blvd, van nuys, ca 91343, (818) 787-3800) and the contact was informed that the brake master cylinder and the brake booster needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and filed a case. The approximate failure mileage was 37,222.
- North Hills, CA, USA
- Haughton, LA, USA