1998 Ford E-350 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 10about this part
- Share
- 16%of 63 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 56,505miles
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 10 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Ford E-350, 16% of the 63 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 56,505 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
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.
“Brake failure resulted in vehicle rear ending another vehicle. While attempting to stop the vehicle's brakes failed and as a result the vehicle rear ended a stopped vehicle. The vehicle was rented from uhaul. A uhaul technician came and inspectd the vehicle. The vehicle was then towed in for repairs ( ohio traffic crash report).”
NHTSA complaint #10052212, filed 2003-12“While traveling 65mph heard a loud bang. Discovered no brakes after brake pedal went to floor. Also, driver's side brake rotors broke, causing the spindle to burn out. Also, wheel bearings had to be replaced. Has happened before. Each time was taken to dealer for repairs.”
NHTSA complaint #844247, filed 1999-08“While driving at 35-40 MPH ABS suddenly engaged then released, and consumer had no brakes. Abs light on constantly. Dealer cannot find problem, ABS replaced 4 times . Please add additional information.”
NHTSA complaint #876121, filed 2000-12“Consumer took vehicle into dealer for a routine check. Dealer noticed a hair line crack in brakes. Rotors/ pads and shoes were replaced. Vehcile showed no sign of having a problem.”
NHTSA complaint #895005, filed 2001-08Related 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 |
|---|---|---|
| 2022 | 4 | 29% |
| 2021 | 7 | 32% |
| 2017 | 1 | 8% |
| 2016 | 1 | 20% |
| 2014 | 1 | 6% |
| 2013 | 5 | 38% |
| 2012 | 2 | 13% |
| 2011 | 2 | 11% |
| 2009 | 1 | 10% |
| 2008 | 6 | 15% |
| 2006 | 7 | 13% |
| 2005 | 5 | 9% |
| 2003 | 7 | 15% |
| 2002 | 5 | 9% |
| 2001 | 6 | 12% |
| 2000 | 4 | 7% |
| 1999 | 5 | 7% |
| 1998 | 10 | 16% |
| 1997 | 18 | 23% |
| 1996 | 19 | 38% |
| 1995 | 35 | 51% |
| 1994 | 17 | 33% |
| 1993 | 11 | 26% |
| 1992 | 6 | 15% |
| 1991 | 7 | 37% |
| 1990 | 13 | 57% |
| 1989 | 12 | 46% |
| 1988 | 2 | 18% |
| 1987 | 3 | 21% |
| 1986 | 1 | 9% |
Other parts of the 1998 Ford E-350
14 complaintsFuel system
9 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsElectrical system
5 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaintsBody and structure
2 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
2 complaintsAir bags
1 complaintsEngine
1 complaintsEquipment
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 Ford E-350
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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