1998 Ford Econoline Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 7about this part
- Share
- 15%of 46 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 7 complaints about the brakes of the 1998 Ford Econoline, 15% of the 46 complaints for this model year.
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.
“Have been driving for over 40 years. Have never had brake pads wear out this fast. Belive there must be a problem with the ABS braking system, but unable to get Ford to help with this problem. The Ford dealer told me that Ford sent out a letter to its dealers about premature pad failure at 12000 miles but would not give me a copy of this notice. When I called Ford all they would tell me is that the pads were not covered under the warranty . I don't seem to be able to get any more info from fords are the dealer. Keep gitting the run around. Thanks for any help you can give me.”
NHTSA complaint #743583, filed 2001-04“Rear brakes malfunction, causing extended stopping distance which could result in a crash. Abs braking system malfunctions, causing front wheels to lock up. Also, airbag light comes on, indicating there is a problem with airbag system which may not deploy in event of a crash. Please provide further information.”
NHTSA complaint #841005, filed 1999-06“When stepping on the brake pedal the front wheels locked up and back wheels kept going. Also, the electrical system shorted, causing the entire system to fail. Dealer claimed the problem was caused by the radio, which was removed. Consumer contacted dealer and manufacturer. Problems still exist.”
NHTSA complaint #842969, filed 1999-07“Vehicle would drift to the left all the time. Speed is not a factor. Whenever braking vehicle pulled left. Took to dealer 3 different times & mechanic could not find the cause of problem even though work was performed on vehicle.”
NHTSA complaint #845836, filed 1999-08“Vehicle has had multiple brakes, rotors. Has had pulsations in braking system since new. Has had new brakes, rotors without resolution of problem. Using brakes every 8-10,000 miles.”
NHTSA complaint #723664, filed 2000-06Brakes: 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 1998 Ford Econoline
7 complaintsEngine cooling
6 complaintsFuel system
6 complaintsTires
5 complaintsSuspension
4 complaintsElectrical system
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsAir bags
2 complaintsWheels
2 complaintsEquipment
1 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1998 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.
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