2008 Ford Escape Brake Problems
From NHTSA owner complaints and recalls. Updated Oct 17, 2026.
How common are brake problems on the 2008 Ford Escape?
139 owners have reported brake problems on the 2008 Ford Escape, 7% of all complaints for this year and the 4th most reported problem area. Most reported problems happened at about 71,000–141,000 miles. No recall covers this problem.
139 complaints 7% of all 2008 complaints 105,000 miles typical
Which parts fail
The specific part named in each complaint.
Mileage when it failed
Each dot is a complaint that gave a mileage (111 of 139). The amber line is the middle value.
When problems were reported
Brakes complaints by the year the problem happened.
Brakes complaints by Escape year
Related recalls
No recall covers brake problems on the 2008 Ford Escape. See all 5 recalls for this year.
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Other 2008 Ford Escape problems
Common questions
What are common 2008 Ford Escape brake problems?
Complaints most often name the control unit / module, wheel speed sensor / tone ring and master cylinder.
At what mileage do 2008 Ford Escape brake problems happen?
Most complaints that gave a mileage fell between about 71,000–141,000 miles. The middle value is about 105,000 miles.
Is there a recall for 2008 Ford Escape brake problems?
NHTSA lists no recall for this problem on the 2008 Ford Escape. If you have the problem, file a complaint at nhtsa.gov so it is counted.
Which Escape year has the most brake complaints?
The 2008 Escape, with 139 complaints.
Source: NHTSA complaints and recalls databases. Complaints are unverified owner reports.