2009 Ford Flex service brakes problems
14 owner complaints filed with NHTSA name the service brakes on the 2009 Ford Flex — 8% of all complaints for this model year.
What owners report
“Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford flex. While driving 10 mph and making a left turn, the contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the traction control and abs engaged. The vehicle failed to accelerate and coasted off the road. When the driver resumed driving, a grinding noise occurred from the…”
filed Feb 12, 2019
“Exiting hwy at 50 mph, hit brake. Hard brake pedal-no brakes followed by engine full throttle acceleration-vehicle was sent to the ford dealer in oct for a check eng light that couldn't be extinguished. Computer was reflashed with basic prom. No other issues until accident”
filed Jul 30, 2018
Verbatim excerpts from complaints filed with NHTSA. Reports are not independently verified.
Service Brakes problems in other Flex years
| Year | Reports | Share |
|---|---|---|
| 2018 Flex | 2 | 3% |
| 2014 Flex | 5 | 2% |
| 2013 Flex | 6 | 1% |
| 2012 Flex | 8 | 13% |
| 2011 Flex | 8 | 6% |
| 2010 Flex | 7 | 5% |
Other reported problem areas on the 2009 Ford Flex
Counts are unique NHTSA complaints naming this component group. Complaints are unverified owner reports; mileage is computed only from complaints that included a usable odometer reading.