1999 Ford E-250 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 23%of 31 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 130,000miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 1999 Ford E-250, 23% of the 31 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 130,000 miles.
Fewer than 15 complaints name this part, so treat the figures as a rough indication only.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“The contact owns a 1999 Ford E-250. The contact stated that while going 30 MPH, the brake line failed. The contact stated that he depressed the brake pedal and it went all the way to the floorboard. The front brakes still functioned but the rear brakes failed. The vehicle was not inspected. The dealer and manufacturer were not notified. The failure mileage was 130,000. The vehicle was not repaired. The VIN was not available.”
NHTSA complaint #10463421, filed 2012-06, 130,000 miles“The contact owns a 1999 Ford E-250 econoline van. The contact stated while driving at 27 MPH downhill, the brakes were applied but did not engage. The contact then shifted into second gear and was able to come to a stop. Upon further inspection, the contact found that the rear brake lines on the vehicle were corroded. The vehicle was inspected one year prior to the failure and there were no signs of rust or corrosion on the vehicle. The vehicle was not repaired. The failure and current mileages were 158,563.”
NHTSA complaint #10345806, filed 2010-07, 158,563 miles“1999 Ford econoline with multiple issues. Consumer states that this vehicle has multiple issues with breaking down. He also states that this vehicle has had several engine problems, tire problems, windshield wiper motor problems. The check engine light illuminated, the left rear door handle, battery, alternator, radio, ball joints were replaced. The brake rotors and pads were replaced. The axle shaft seals, mass air flow sensor, catalytic converter were replaced. The valve spring was broken, the front tie rod ends and drag links were replaced, the tires, wiper blades and gaskets were replaced. …”
NHTSA complaint #10222853, filed 2008-03“While driving on the highway in the snow approaching an intersection ,had slowed down, applied brakes and front wheels locked up and vehicle slid right through the intersection. Contacted dealer and manufacturer.”
NHTSA complaint #856612, filed 2000-02“Consumer stated while traveling on wet pavement and when depressing brakes, vehicle went into extended stopping distance. Consumer stated this only happens when the brakes are wet or damp.”
NHTSA complaint #6900693, filed 2001-12Related service bulletins
- 10022675Sep 19, 2007Brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes.
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 1 | 14% |
| 2013 | 1 | 9% |
| 2010 | 2 | 22% |
| 2006 | 1 | 8% |
| 2004 | 2 | 25% |
| 2003 | 2 | 12% |
| 2002 | 4 | 24% |
| 2000 | 5 | 28% |
| 1999 | 7 | 23% |
| 1998 | 4 | 25% |
| 1997 | 3 | 13% |
| 1996 | 4 | 20% |
| 1995 | 6 | 40% |
| 1994 | 3 | 27% |
| 1993 | 2 | 29% |
| 1992 | 4 | 29% |
| 1991 | 1 | 13% |
| 1989 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1999 Ford E-250
8 complaintsTires
7 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsEquipment
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsFuel system
2 complaintsSteering
2 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 Ford E-250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 31, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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