1992 Ford Crown Victoria brakes problems

Filed Jul 27, 2007 · Brakes · 33,000 miles · NY

Tl*the contact owns a 1992 ford crown victoria. When the contact places her vehicle in drive and depresses the accelerator pedal, the vehicle suddenly accelerates to 40 MPH and the engine rpms increase. She must apply the brakes with both feet in order for the vehicle to come to a complete stop. Afterwards, she smells the scent of burning plastic. The mechanic stated that the failure could be caused by the brake pressure switch. He informed the contact that brake fluid may be flowing to the switch and causing the heat to activate. This causes the vehicle to accelerate and could result in a fire. The contact also stated that he loses brake power occasionally, even though brake fluid is present. He also noticed smoke coming from the rear of the vehicle, which is causing the transmission to fail. The powertrain was unknown. The current and failure mileages were 33,000.

Filed Aug 19, 2002 · Brakes · NY · fire

This car had continued brake defects from 03/29/01 (our first fire) until the last fire. We spent nearly $4,000 on brakes, each time being told the problem was fixed. Finally, after the last fire in fremont, ny, 3 days after the last repair bill of nearly $800 for brakes, the company found a statement from ford saying this particular make could have a bad booster (from the factory), which would not slow the car properly after 60 MPH and cause excessive wear and brake failure. We were the first people to drive this car over 60 MPH; the two former owners were family members who did good to drive it 50 MPH. The dealer used the following to fix the car: www.fordtechservice.dealer connection.com/tpscontent/usen14/tn1902.htm. He told my husband ford often doesn't issue recalls until someone has trouble with a part. Ford knew this existed; it is dated 08/09/1992. We feel ford should be made to answer why they did not issue a recall that caused not one, but two fires; the last one on record with fremont, ny police and fire trucks, who responded, and which could have been a lot worse., not to mention refund some of our money. If a recall had been issued, the problem would have been solved. No one else should have to spend $4,000 on brakes in 50,000 miles, and have them catch on fire three days after a very expensive repair job. All other major car makers issue recalls before owners have problems, if they know it. Why doesn't ford? Why don't you make them do that?

Filed Oct 1, 2001 · Brakes · VA

Antilock brakess activated on their own, this happened twice, vehicle pulls bad during this time. Happens for about 5 to 10 minutes then release, no mechanical correction been done to correct this problem.

Filed Aug 9, 2001 · Brakes · NY

When making a hard left turn ABS system would lock up. Had to take foot off brakes in order for ABS system to be released.

Filed Feb 28, 2001 · Brakes · KS

Intermittent brake problems; brakes lock up, resulting in extended stopping distance. Had rotors turned, rotors/pads replaced, ABS light stayed on, and at 45-60 MPH vehicle vibrated.

Filed Oct 13, 2000 · Brakes · OR

Consumer smells burning brakes on freeway occasionally. Seems like car slows down when consumer is pushing on gas. Consumer hears a clicking noise coming from engine compartment area.

Filed Jul 26, 2000 · Brakes · FL

Applying brakes while pulling into a driveway, pedal went right to the floor, and vehicle did not stop right away. This happened because brake line rubbed up against the firewall, which made a hole in the line, causing brake fluid to leak out.brake line was replaced by owner. The incident was reported to ford. Please provide any further information.

Filed May 25, 2000 · Brakes · AR

Engine--noise--when parked--no one in car--I was told it was the anti lock braking system that was recharging--doesn't sound right to me===2 remote on driver door for trunk does not work when engine is off--doesn't sound right to me.

Filed May 11, 2000 · Body, Brakes · NY

Clearcoat of paint coming off in blocks/strips,fly onto windshield while driving, paint rusting. Brake pedal doesn't return up, pops up when turning & rough on rough rd.,wear out quickly. Elec. Dr. Locks don't work. Driver elec. Seat wont go back,engine:spark knock,car pulls left, engine check light goes on,solenoid replaced 3x,fuse blows for interior lts cluster,difficulty removing key from igniition,seat track covers off, climate control inoperable preceeded by initial hot air from A/C, steering wheel vibrates,hood latch difficult to close.

Filed Feb 4, 2000 · Brakes, Seats · CA

Air conditioning only works if it's not too hot. Brake rotors keep going out and need to be worked. Seat tracks can come loose any time. Replaced tracks once,worked on twice ,going out again.this has been on-going since purchas of car in aug of 1992. Dealer no longer in business. One in ventura is barber ford on main street.