NHTSA Complaint #11687406 — 2021 FORD ESCAPE SERVICE BRAKES

Complaint Details

ODI Number	11687406
Vehicle	2021 FORD ESCAPE
Component	SERVICE BRAKES
Date of Incident	December 15, 2021
Date Filed	September 15, 2025
Mileage	N/A miles
Crash	No
Fire	No
Injuries	0
Deaths	0
Vehicle Towed	No
State	MS

Consumer Description

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Escape. The contact stated that while shifted into reverse and depressing the brake pedal and attempting to slow down, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear wheels. No warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed with asbestos in the brake fuse. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure progressed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was unavailable.

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