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critical 83 complaints filed with NHTSA · avg repair $450
ONCE THE BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM RESERVE IS DEPLETED, THE DRIVER WILL HAVE FOUNDATION BRAKE FUNCTION, BUT WITH INCREASED BRAKE PEDAL EFFORT. REDUCED VEHICLE BRAKING COULD LEAD TO A CRASH.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD F-150. WHILE ATTEMPTING TO PARK IN THE DRIVEWAY HE APPLIED THE BRAKES, BUT THE VEHICLE WOULD NOT STOP. CONSEQUENTLY THE VEHICLE CRASHED INTO HIS HOME. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALERSHIP, BUT THE TECHNICIAN COULD NOT DETERMINE THE CAUSE OF THE FAILURE. THE CURRENT AND FAILURE MILEAGES WERE 44000.
TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2006 FORD F150. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING 30 MPH DURING A RAIN STORM AND DEPRESSING THE BRAKES, THE VEHICLE EXHIBITED AND UNUSUALLY LOUND DOUBLE CLUNKING NOISE AS THE VEHICLE SKIDDED AND FLIPPED OVER. THE VEHICLE DID NOT CRASH INTO ANY OTHER OBJECT. THE POLICE WERE NOTIFIED HOWEVER, A REPORT WAS NOT FILED. THE CONTACT SUSTAINED AN AMPUTATED ARM DURING THE CRASH. …
It's a serious issue. 83 complaints have been filed, including 16 reports involving a crash and 1 fatality(ies). We've classified it as critical based on NHTSA's reported outcomes.
Mileage data is limited for this issue. Owners report failures across a wide range, suggesting cause is more about driving conditions and maintenance than mileage alone.
Independent shops typically charge around $450 for brakes repairs on this vehicle. Dealer pricing tends to run 20-40% higher. The exact figure depends on the specific failure mode, parts availability, and your local labor rates. If you're outside factory warranty, an extended service contract often covers this category.
Yes — 1 active recall(s) cover brakes issues on this vehicle. Recall fixes are always free regardless of mileage or warranty status. Use the VIN decoder at the top of the page to check if your specific vehicle is affected.