1999 Ford Econoline Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 17about this part
- Share
- 20%of 84 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 30,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 17 complaints about the brakes of the 1999 Ford Econoline, 20% of the 84 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 30,000 miles. 2 of these say a crash was involved, according to the filers.
Example complaints
Selected from NHTSA records; personal details are removed. They are consumer reports, not findings.
“Downhill grade applied brakes, vehicle began shaking along with steering wheel. As brakes were pumped shaking became worse to where began to loose control. Same thing on return trip. Braking works fine on level terrain. Situation was very frightning. Took vehicle to Ford dealer who stated that if the symptoms cannot be replicated in the shop they will not be able to diagnose the problem. They asked if the asb light came on. I responed that I was too busy trying to gain control of the vehicle to notice. …”
NHTSA complaint #732503, filed 2000-09“The contact owns a 1999 Ford Econoline. While driving at an unknown speed, the power steering failed and the contact pulled off the road. He purchased a new vacuum pump and repaired the vehicle. Mileage was 34,000 and failure mileage was 30,000. Updated 04/22/08.”
NHTSA complaint #10223140, filed 2008-04, 30,000 miles“Plastic cap for brake reservoir does not remain secure which allows brake fluid to leak within engine compartment. Dealership examined vehicle for problem and replaced reservoir cap. Replacement cap is also coming loose on one side and does not remain tight. Please provide any additional information / documentation.”
NHTSA complaint #8002544, filed 2002-01“When brakes are applied vehicle pulls to left severely, doesn't have to be at any speed. Vehicle has been in repair shop 8 to 10 times for same problem. Contacted dealer, and dealer earlier replaced rotors/ pads ,and calipers. But still did not remedy problem. Dealer could not find cause.”
NHTSA complaint #896443, filed 2001-09“When applying the brakes at a high speed vehicle wanders to the right. Vehicle pulls to the left when braking at highway speeds. Engine recently replaced for the second time , due to oil leaks out of the head gasket.both times the engine was replaced with a brand new one. Vehicle still not repaired. .et.”
NHTSA complaint #857901, filed 2000-03Brakes: 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 1999 Ford Econoline
14 complaintsFuel system
11 complaintsVehicle speed control
11 complaintsTires
9 complaintsSuspension
6 complaintsSteering
5 complaintsElectrical system
4 complaintsSeat belts
3 complaintsBody and structure
3 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsVisibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors)
3 complaintsWheels
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1999 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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