2001 Ford F-450 SD Brakes Problems
- Complaints
- 6about this part
- Share
- 26%of 23 total for the year
- Median mileage
- —not reported
- Trend
- Not enough dataFewer than 15 complaints, too few for a reliable trend.
NHTSA recorded 6 complaints about the brakes of the 2001 Ford F-450 SD, 26% of the 23 complaints for this model year. 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.
“While driving 35 MPH, pressure was applied to brake pedal to stop vehicle and the brake pedal fell to the floorboard unexpectedly. Driver was unable to bring vehicle to a stop before truck traveled approximately 75 yards and rear-ended a stopped car. Dealership has examined vehicle and could not determine cause of the problem. Please provide any additional / information / documentation.”
NHTSA complaint #8003634, filed 2002-02“Emergency brake cable assembly broke, manual brake clutch assembly failed on 07/29/02. These components failed while consumer was utilizing components for towing. Consumer also states the glow plug sensor failed, the air condition sensor failed.”
NHTSA complaint #8017245, filed 2002-08“When slamming on brakes, pedal went to the floor. Consumer had to use emergency brake to stop. . Consumer stated he rear ended the motorist in front of him, the dealer replaced the master cylinder, but the problem still exists.”
NHTSA complaint #8013500, filed 2002-07“The drivers seat belt disengaged, causing the consumer to drive with the seat belt unlocked. The seat belt was repaired three times and failed three times(ongoing problem), the brake problem was repaired three times and failed three times, the front/rear brakes would not disengage on repeated occasions the problem continued, the front and rear tires would shake and or vibrate which was due to a tire defect per dealer. There were flat spots on the tires. (the tires were sold with the vehicle) continental/general”
NHTSA complaint #10050506, filed 2004-01“When slamming on brake pedal it will go to the floor. Consumer had to use emergency brakes. As a result there was a 4 car collision. Please provide any further information.”
NHTSA complaint #8013494, filed 2002-07Brakes: other model years
| Year | Complaints | Share of year |
|---|---|---|
| 2023 | 3 | 60% |
| 2022 | 7 | 29% |
| 2021 | 3 | 17% |
| 2011 | 1 | 17% |
| 2008 | 3 | 4% |
| 2004 | 2 | 6% |
| 2003 | 1 | 6% |
| 2002 | 1 | 7% |
| 2001 | 6 | 26% |
| 2000 | 3 | 7% |
| 1999 | 13 | 20% |
| 1993 | 1 | 20% |
Other parts of the 2001 Ford F-450 SD
7 complaintsTires
5 complaintsTransmission and drivetrain
3 complaintsElectrical system
2 complaintsEngine cooling
2 complaintsExterior lighting
1 complaintsSeat belts
1 complaints
← All problems reported for the 2001 Ford F-450 SD
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 30, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.
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