Ford Contour brake failure problems

Filed May 28, 2009 · Brakes · 160,000 miles · OH

Rear brake failure on 99 ford contour se contacted dutro ford zanesvile ohio said there was no recall on this car.

Filed Aug 2, 2008 · Acceleration · 121,562 miles · WI

Several times during the past 3 months the gas pedal/accelerator seemed to "stick" or race and I could not get the car to idle to back down until I put it in gear. July 3, while driving in busy traffic, the accelerator/gas pedal went to the floor and fortunately I was able to steer the car around a corner to the side of the road. The police were able to push the car into a car repair place where the mechanic suggested I call ford about a recall. The speed control cable had just snapped right off! I called from the repair place and ford said there was no recall on my VIN vehicle. I had the car towed to my home as I was leaving town the next day. I have returned now and after searching your site have found what seems to be the recall for the very problem I have with my 1996 ford contour. I called a ford dealership and was told my VIN did not have the recall problem. What is my next step, please? Lucy hocking [email protected] 414‑541‑2326 414‑520‑8323 make : ford model : contour year : 1996 manufacturer : ford motor company mfr's report date : dec 03, 1997 the federal safety agency campaign id number : 97v225000 component: vehicle speed control:cables potential number of units affected : 38000 summary: vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with the traction control option. The throttle cables were damaged during vehicle assembly leading to fraying or separation of the throttle cable. Consequence: this condition could prevent the engine from returning to idle.

Filed Apr 23, 2007 · Brakes · 158,000 miles · WI · crash · 2 injuries

Tl* the contact owns a 1997 ford contour. While driving 25 MPH on 3/19/07 the driver felt something heavy fall on his foot and he began to lose control of the steering wheel. The steering column fell on the brake pedal and he couldn't stop the vehicle. The contact's vehicle crashed into a parked truck. The passenger side air deployed; however, the driver side didn't deploy. Two passengers in the vehicle suffered minor injuries to their knees and chests. The police officer stated that he never heard of a steering column breaking while driving. The contact stated in the state of wisconsin insurance was not required as she was uninsured. The service mechanic on 01/13/07 stated that the brake failure was due to the brake hose being loose. The failure mileage was with 158,000. The contact doesnt have the current mileage.

Filed Sep 27, 2006 · Electrical · 110,000 miles · FL

Dt*: the contact stated while driving 15 MPH, all power failed causing the engine to stall, along with steering and brake failures. The service dealer attempted to diagnose the problem on several occasions without success. The power failure had happened 6 times since 2001. An independent service dealer expressed the wiring harness was beyond repair and should have been replaced. The manufacturer was notified.

Filed Jun 29, 2005 · Brakes, Suspension · 50,000 miles · NJ

Dt: vehicle started making loud noises and the brakes failed. Caller was driving on a highway and had to pull off the road. Caller said brakes did not work very well when she tried to get the car home. Dealer said the front left rotor broke ,and rear wheel bearing wore out . Manufacturer will not offer any help.

Filed Aug 11, 2004 · Brakes · 118,410 miles · VA

Brake failure. On a 1998 ford contour svt (~118,440 miles), the bolt attaching the rear brake caliper resulted in a single point failure to the braking system. *jb while driving north on us 301, just south of laplata, md, I heard a pop and the car felt as if I had run over something, but nothing apeared in the road (from the mirrors). Later when slowing while approaching aa traffic signal, I had no brakes. Thankfully I was on a slight incline and able to gear down and use what little brakes remained to stop the car and crawl it to a parking lot. After having the car towed in, my mechanic told me that one bolt attaching one of the rear calipers had sheared off causing the loss of braking power on the car. The car did not lose any brake fluid during all of this.

Filed May 2, 2003 · Brakes · OH

When the consumer tried to apply the brakes the pedal went to the floor and caused extended stopping distance.

Filed Oct 10, 2001 · Brakes · TX

Abs failed to stop vehicle after brakes were applied. Vehicle started slowing up after ABS light came on. Brake pedal went to the floor. Eventually was able to stop vehicle. Been to mechanic 4 times, master cylinder proprtional valve was replaced to correct problem, which still was present. *ak consumer stated this has been an reocurring problem.

Filed Sep 10, 2001 · Brakes · MI

Rear calipers locked uo, causing overheating of brake rotors, odor and potential to boil hydralic fluid leading to brake failure.

Filed Mar 23, 2001 · Brakes · PA

Emergency brakes failed to release while vehicle was cold. After vehicle had warmed up, would release emergency brakes. Rear disc brakes would stick after being released. Water was getting into cables. Have taken to dealership,and was informed by mechanic a new caliper, which was redesigned, would be needed along with brake cables.