1994 Ford Econoline Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 29about this part
- Share
- 23%of 124 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 40,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 29 complaints about the brakes of the 1994 Ford Econoline, 23% of the 124 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 40,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers. 1 recall campaign on record is filed under a similar system.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Steering column: anti-lock brake light on all the time, airbag light blinks in a pattern, horn and cruise control quit working at the same time. Transmission: transmission shudders when shifting gears in the higher gears.”
NHTSA complaint #10086751, filed 2004-08, 40,000 miles“Abs warning light comes on during operation, no set pattern. I have had the vehicle serviced numerous times since it was new, each time it is ok for a short period of time, then the situation continues. I have spoken to several Ford service managers, had the vehicle serviced last at magic city Ford where several parts was replaced in an attemp to solve the problem. To this day the problem still exist. This is a very serious problem in that you can never tell if the ABS system is really failing or if this is a false alarm. Any assistance will be appreciated.”
NHTSA complaint #751431, filed 2001-08“When applying brakes they will shudder, and pulsate. Replaced rotors because they were warped. Vehicle was having brake problems again. This time consumer could smell something burning underneath vehicle. Replaced calipers. Consumer took vehicle in several times for brakes within warranty period,and problem still was not remedied. Contacted dealer, and dealer stated nothing could be done.”
NHTSA complaint #896721, filed 2001-09“Abs braking light comes on intermittently, and the air bag light has remained on since 30k miles. Dealer cannot determine the problem. Also problems with hand brakes. Cruise control doesn't always engage, but when it does, it is difficult to return it to the original position.”
NHTSA complaint #832000, filed 1998-12“While driving the rear brake pads became unglued from the brakes shoes and jammed up the brakes, making the brakes hot and smelly. When taken to dealership, dealership would not correct problem. Dealer stated that this was normal wear on brakes. The owner replaced the brake shoes on 10/8/97.”
NHTSA complaint #817172, filed 1997-10Related recalls
- 93V194000Nov 23, 1993These vehicles do not comply with fmvss 105, "hydraulic brake systems." the parking brake application force for a foot operated control system should not…Covers: Ford Econoline 1994, E-350 1994, School BUS 1994
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2003 | 3 | 14% |
| 2002 | 2 | 9% |
| 2000 | 3 | 8% |
| 1999 | 17 | 20% |
| 1998 | 7 | 15% |
| 1997 | 20 | 25% |
| 1996 | 20 | 25% |
| 1995 | 28 | 38% |
| 1994 | 29 | 23% |
| 1993 | 7 | 11% |
| 1992 | 10 | 12% |
| 1991 | 6 | 25% |
| 1990 | 14 | 47% |
| 1989 | 5 | 16% |
| 1988 | 2 | 9% |
| 1987 | 5 | 33% |
| 1986 | 1 | 14% |
| 1985 | 2 | 20% |
| 1984 | 1 | 14% |
Other parts of the 1994 Ford Econoline
14 complaintsSteering
13 complaintsVehicle speed control
13 complaintsElectrical system
11 complaintsFuel system
10 complaintsSeat belts
9 complaintsAir bags
8 complaintsWheels
8 complaintsBody and structure
7 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
6 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
5 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1994 Ford Econoline
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.
To check a specific vehicle for open recalls, use its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Methodology