1991 Ford F-250 Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 27about this part
- Share
- 25%of 107 total for the year
- Median mileage
- 55,000miles
- Trend
- StableComplaints filed in the last 3 full calendar years are within 25% of the 3 years before.
NHTSA recorded 27 complaints about the brakes of the 1991 Ford F-250, 25% of the 107 complaints for this model year. Where a mileage was given, the median is 55,000 miles. 3 of these say a crash was involved and 1 a fire, 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.
“I had just been jumped by aaa because my truck wasn't starting; the aaa agent also cleaned the battery terminals. I intended to have it towed to the Ford dealer because I didn't think it would start. Since the aaa agent was able to get to start, I decided to still take it to the dealer to find out why the battery was dead (given they had the car for a month and had put in a new battery and starter, among other repairs). …”
NHTSA complaint #10689779, filed 2015-02, 55,000 miles“When driving 25 MPH and upon attempting to stop vehicle by depressing brake pedal , brake pedal went to the floorboard, causing extended stopping distance, which resulted in a rear end crash. Consumer contacted dealer, dealer noted that master cylinder failed which caused the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #872290, filed 2000-10“Aftering driving for about 10 miles using the brakes frequently vehicle shut off. After vehicle was started again, there was no braking ability. This problem could cause a crash. Problem has not been reported to the dealership. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #873147, filed 2000-10“Front ABS brakes; upon application, brake pedal goes to the floor, dealership unable to duplicate failure to determine corrective action. Tihis failure is not consistent. Consumer stated dealer replaced the master cylinder but did not resolve the problem.”
NHTSA complaint #817801, filed 1997-10“The brake fluid is overheating, causing increased stopping distance and inablitity to stop the vehicle. Recall #92s44. Brakes have faded four times failure occured without warning, replaced front pads three times, replaced rotors once, currently rotors appear to warped.”
NHTSA complaint #984084, filed 1996-07Related recalls
- 92V026000Mar 3, 1992A revised brake lining noise insulator resulted in a decrease in the thermal insulation between the brake lining and the front brake caliper piston. This…Covers: Ford F-250 1988–1991, F-350 1988–1991
Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2014 | 2 | 1% |
| 2013 | 3 | 3% |
| 2012 | 10 | 4% |
| 2011 | 7 | 3% |
| 2010 | 1 | 1% |
| 2008 | 19 | 10% |
| 2007 | 2 | 3% |
| 2006 | 9 | 4% |
| 2005 | 11 | 8% |
| 2004 | 10 | 6% |
| 2003 | 15 | 13% |
| 2002 | 19 | 12% |
| 2001 | 26 | 12% |
| 2000 | 38 | 12% |
| 1999 | 108 | 19% |
| 1998 | 11 | 20% |
| 1997 | 31 | 10% |
| 1996 | 15 | 9% |
| 1995 | 41 | 22% |
| 1994 | 23 | 19% |
| 1993 | 25 | 19% |
| 1992 | 25 | 21% |
| 1991 | 27 | 25% |
| 1990 | 28 | 25% |
| 1989 | 24 | 21% |
| 1988 | 14 | 23% |
| 1987 | 9 | 24% |
| 1986 | 4 | 11% |
| 1985 | 4 | 19% |
Other parts of the 1991 Ford F-250
30 complaintsElectrical system
15 complaintsTires
10 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
10 complaintsEngine cooling
8 complaintsBody and structure
5 complaintsSeat belts
4 complaintsExterior lighting
3 complaintsSeats
3 complaintsSteering
3 complaintsSuspension
3 complaintsVehicle speed control
3 complaints
← All problems reported for the 1991 Ford F-250
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Nov 1, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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