2002 Ford Excursion Brake problems

Tl* the contact owns a 2002 ford excursion. The contact stated that while traveling 55 mph and applying the brakes, there was an abnormal noise heard from the braking system. The brake pedal became stuck and the vehicle would not slow down. The contact continued to pump the brakes and was able to coast to a stop. The contact later parked the vehicle and noticed that a fire had started from under the vehicle. The contact was able to extinguish the fire however, the transmission and central computer was destroyed....

I own a 2002 excursion. Never in water or an accident.85,000 Miles only serviced by ford,lincoln dealerships. Lost 'brakes'. Brakes went to the floor. It turns out all the brake fluid lines (not the hoses) and the fuel line is 'rotted' out. Called ford, case#[[redacted]] . Declined to do anything because vehicle out of 6 year warranty. Dealership said 'this never should have happened'. We need help, cost of replacing all close to $2000.I am the original owner. Can you help? We have a 2001 ford van, 175,000 miles. All the lines are like brand new. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.S.C. 552(B)(6). *Tr

I seem to be having a braking problem with my 2002 ford excursion. I have had to replace brake pads and rotors on a number of instances. It seem to be caused by the brake caliper slide brackets which prevent the proper caliper travel when activated. This was a complaint I have addressed since my purchase of the vehicle. The problem gives the vehicle an uneven brake activation, which causes poor handling while braking. The dealer say that it is not a warranty issue. The dealer has replaced 2 calipers, but each...

Abs and brake lights has continued to be on and cruise control has stopped working. *Tr

Tl*the contact owns a 2002 ford explorer. While driving on an unpaved road, the contact's husband stopped the vehicle and applied the parking brake. He then released the brake and applied the accelerator pedal. He noticed that the brakes felt loose and the contact exited the vehicle. She discovered a puddle of brake fluid underneath the vehicle. The vehicle has not been taken to the mechanic. The vin was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 82,063.

Lost control of vehicle resulting in rollover crash. Exact defect uncertain (happened very quickly) but probably right rear wheel locked with inability to steer vehicle as result. Also, several month history of difficulty with brakes for months with identifiable cause despite 4 visits to ford mechanics. *Jb

Brake rotors warp excessively. Just purchased used vehicle, had to have the rotors turned and brake system serviced after 5,000 miles. Vehicle would vibrate excessively upon application of brake. Ford service representatives that inspected the brake system stated that the pads looked almost new. In doing research on the internet this exact scenario seems to be playing out with 2000 - 2004 excursion models. Other owners claim to have the brake serviced and rotors turned every 15000 - 25000 miles. It seems that the rotors are not adequate to handle the weight of the vehicle with out needing excessive service on a frequent basis. *Nm

My problem is the truck has warped 4 sets of front rotors in 80,000 miles. It has yet to even wear the rear rotors. Each time it has warped the rotors the pads were replaced. The first 2 sets of rotors were from ford. I then purchased high performance slotted rotor with special pads. This made no difference to the warping problem. I have talked to other owners of excursions and they are having the same problem. Ford says (dealer & factory rep) this is normal wear. My employment puts me on the road...

While applying the brake pedal, the vehicle jerked and vibrated uncontrollably. However, the driver was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic informed the driver that the rotors needed to be replaced. Please provide further details. *Jb *bf *nm

After purchasing a used vehicle from internet auto sales in reno, nevada, the brakes were not working correctly. The brakes pulled the vehicle violently to the right. The dealer replaced the calipers and pads and turned the rotors and told me the problem was solved. After test driving the vehicle, the brakes had the same problem. The vehcile was sent to the local lithia dealer and they ended upreplacing the abs sensor once. After that the vehcile did not improve. So, the vehcile went back to the dealer and...

I started experiencing vibrating in my steering wheel during braking several months ago. The vibration continued to get worse. I had the brakes checked and I found out that all four rotors were warped on the vehicle. The vehicle only has 27000 miles on it and the brake pads are in excellent condition. Through research I found that many other people have had rotor problems at a very early stage on their ford excursions. Ford refuses to acknowledge a problem with the rotors or repair the problem at their cost.*Ak

While driving at a slow speed a car made a sudden stop in front of no matter how hard I step on the brakes the truck did not stop.*Ak

While driving, the vehicle jerked and the abs light illuminated. Also when braking, the vehicle went to the right. *Ak *jb

On 8-25-03 , I took my 2002 ford excursion in to berryville ford in berryville arkansas because the vehicle would not stop in a reasonable distance. If you are going downhill and you have to brake suddenly and hard the brakes get hot and you lose them alltogether.This vehicle has only 27,774 miles. It has been in the shop three different times and thet r&r the brake booster they r&r the hydraulic control unit . The brake shoes have been replaced twice the rotors have been resurfaced and this vehicle will not...

Front rotors rusted in center area between rotor brake surface. At 30,000 miles my 2002 ford excursion started to shake violently when braking at speeds above 40 mph. Luck for us we were driving in lower speed conditions in residential traffic. I inspected the brake pads and rotors for problems and found large amounts of rust decay in the rotors causing the warping to the rotors. I have serviced the brake system and replaced the front rotors and pads with excellent results. I have kept these rotors if any one...

2002 Ford excursion. Two instance of the vehicle not responding to pressure applied to the brake pedal at low speed. Vehicle continues to roll with very little stopping action. Taken to dealership where nothing was found. *Nlm

The vehicle has a front suspension problem which causes the vehicle to vibrate, the vehicle has been to the dealer 3 times but the problem still exist, both driver side doors are misaligned with respect to the fender trim, the differential was originally misaligned with respect to the rear fender trims, now the differential is properly aligned and the consumer questioned the technicians who stated that they did nothing to correct the misalignment, the consumer feels this is a definite safety problem if the...

While applying brakes vehicle will not stop. Consumer will shift vehicle in park to come to a complete stop. Dealership ship is aware of problem.*Ak

Vehicle was backed into driveway, parked with engine off. Driver intended to relocate vehicle about 6 feet forward, never enter street. Driver started engine, and with right foot on brake pedal placed transmission in drive. Driver released brake pedal and allowed vehicle to move forward to intended parking spot where he applied the brakes with the right foot. The vehicle did not stop, driver placed both feet on the brake pedal but vehicle still would not stop, rolled into the street and struck a passing...

This line of vehicles also has 2 other major complaints from many owners, 1st is a problem with the front brakes squealing this was identified in the 2001 model year, a tsb was issued and the 2002 model has the identical problem. The second issue is the engine running rough at idle. Again a tsb was issued but the problem was not corrected in the 2002 model year. The main problem that was reported here was due to the brake pedal sinking to the floor when the pedal was depressed. Additionally, brake fluid was found leaking from the top of the master cylinder reservoir. *Ak