Erzebet
Member
Sorry, this is a long one...
I have a '16 XLT EL I purchased "used" in September of 2016 with 22K miles on in. It had a clean carfax and was a rental. It has been a great truck until some recent issues that are now causing me to question the reliability of it. The truck now has 45K on it.
The dealer cut the rotors and replaced the front brake linings in October of 2018 at 42K. In March of this year, I started to notice a "drag" or slight "shudder" in the driver's side front wheel. Seemed to happen intermittently but after I took my foot off the brake from a stop and pressed the accelerator to get going (i.e pulling out of driveway, out of a parking spot). Lasts about 10 seconds then smooth sailing.
On June 13th, I took it to dealer for oil/filter change and for them to check out front driver's side wheel. They changed oil, and said they could find nothing wrong with the wheel or front end and that the truck was safe to drive. While puling out of the dealer's parking lot - I felt that shudder yet again, but figured I'd just keep an "eye" on it.
On June 25th I started truck only to be presented with a low brake fluid warning. Checked fluid and it was well below min line - but no signs of leak under or around truck. This was strange as they usually top off funds when I take it for an oil change. Made appt with dealer for 29th. Started truck that morning, and pedal went to floor. Master Cylinder (MC) was empty - but no sign of leak. Called local mechanic who filled MC and bled brakes at each wheel. Said brakes seemed fine. Within a half mile of driving it - low brake fluid warning again. Brake fluid was just below min line - I drove it straight to dealer. Dealer had truck for few days while they replaced the MC and the brake booster. $1000 fix - luckily I have extended warranty that covered it. Got truck back 7/4.
Drove the truck 1 day and received alternating "Service AdvanceTrac" and "Hill Descent Control Fault" messages on dash. I parked it and have not drove it since.
I have yet another appt with dealer tomorrow. I am disgusted with this. I am expecting a run-around from dealer tomorrow - especially if no codes are stored. I want this stuff fixed once and for all. I intend to ask them to carry out tests on all the brake system components and electronics, including examining the driver's side rotor, caliper, and wheel bearing. I feel like I can't count on this truck to be reliable, and I have little confidence in the dealer at this point. I love this truck - but I am now starting to think about trading it in - and I will take a financial hit doing so.
What are your thoughts? Have any of you experienced these types of issues with your Expy? Any advice or tips for my dealership visit tomorrow?
Looking forward to hearing your opinions. Thanks for your time.
I have a '16 XLT EL I purchased "used" in September of 2016 with 22K miles on in. It had a clean carfax and was a rental. It has been a great truck until some recent issues that are now causing me to question the reliability of it. The truck now has 45K on it.
The dealer cut the rotors and replaced the front brake linings in October of 2018 at 42K. In March of this year, I started to notice a "drag" or slight "shudder" in the driver's side front wheel. Seemed to happen intermittently but after I took my foot off the brake from a stop and pressed the accelerator to get going (i.e pulling out of driveway, out of a parking spot). Lasts about 10 seconds then smooth sailing.
On June 13th, I took it to dealer for oil/filter change and for them to check out front driver's side wheel. They changed oil, and said they could find nothing wrong with the wheel or front end and that the truck was safe to drive. While puling out of the dealer's parking lot - I felt that shudder yet again, but figured I'd just keep an "eye" on it.
On June 25th I started truck only to be presented with a low brake fluid warning. Checked fluid and it was well below min line - but no signs of leak under or around truck. This was strange as they usually top off funds when I take it for an oil change. Made appt with dealer for 29th. Started truck that morning, and pedal went to floor. Master Cylinder (MC) was empty - but no sign of leak. Called local mechanic who filled MC and bled brakes at each wheel. Said brakes seemed fine. Within a half mile of driving it - low brake fluid warning again. Brake fluid was just below min line - I drove it straight to dealer. Dealer had truck for few days while they replaced the MC and the brake booster. $1000 fix - luckily I have extended warranty that covered it. Got truck back 7/4.
Drove the truck 1 day and received alternating "Service AdvanceTrac" and "Hill Descent Control Fault" messages on dash. I parked it and have not drove it since.
I have yet another appt with dealer tomorrow. I am disgusted with this. I am expecting a run-around from dealer tomorrow - especially if no codes are stored. I want this stuff fixed once and for all. I intend to ask them to carry out tests on all the brake system components and electronics, including examining the driver's side rotor, caliper, and wheel bearing. I feel like I can't count on this truck to be reliable, and I have little confidence in the dealer at this point. I love this truck - but I am now starting to think about trading it in - and I will take a financial hit doing so.
What are your thoughts? Have any of you experienced these types of issues with your Expy? Any advice or tips for my dealership visit tomorrow?
Looking forward to hearing your opinions. Thanks for your time.