Gloria J
Question: brakes whistle, squeak, grind
Since day one that I bought 2011 Fiesta 5 door, intermittent high-pitch "whistle" when applying brakes. Varies in intensity, often an extended squeaking sound, and even a slight grinding sound. SOMETIMES on initial braking when wet; sometimes not. SOMETIMES after driving and parking, SOMETIMES not. Clicking type sound as well from front of car; the squeaking seems to be in the general front area, like under the console.
Dealer says: can't fix, can't duplicate sounds.
I'm very frustrated....this is a new car!
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