We were sent a recall notice on the auto brake system january 2020. Local lincoln dealer doesn't have parts to repair as of october 2020. The ABS light has came on right about the time of notification. Keep getting told that parts are not available to repair on the recall. If I wanted to pay for it then they could repair the problem. This is not satisfactory. Do I need to notify a better business bureau or what do I need to do to get the repair on breaks which could be a safety hazzard?
2009 Lincoln MKZ: ABS light or ABS activating
5 of the 114 complaints about the 2009 Lincoln MKZ describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 lincoln mkz. The contact received notification of the federal safety agency campaign number: 19v904000 (service brakes, hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. Doral lincoln (9000 nw 12th st, doral, fl 33172; (786) 522-5351) was contacted and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact stated that while driving approximately 45 MPH, the brake pedal was depressed however, the vehicle took an excessive amount of time before coming to stop. The contact stated that the brake pedal was depressed to the floor for the vehicle to come to a stop. The contact was informed by the dealer that the ABS control module needed to be replaced however, the part of the control module that needed to be replaced was not included in the recall repair. The approximate failure mileage was 94,000. The vehicle was not repaired. Vin tool confirms parts not available.
Re: safety recall notice 19s54/the federal safety agency recall 19v‑904 2009 lincoln mkz VIN#[xxx] dear lincoln concierge: I would like to file a claim pertaining to the safety recall listed above. I spent 4 months having braking issues and had my lincoln towed 3 times because of brake problems. Following having these problems, I received a recall notice for brakes. Here is the timeline of my brake problems. 10/14/2019$422.96firestone replaced brake pads on front and back 11/2/2019 aaa towed lincoln back to firestone for brake failure 11/2/2019 firestone replace calipers and pads on rear left 11/3/2019 firestone brake pedal too soft 3/5/2020 aaa towed lincoln back to firestone for brake failure 3/5/2020 firestone states air getting into brake line 4/22/2020$77.50aaa tows lincoln to jones service center (car dealership) total brake failure, [xxx] membership fee 4/22/2019$1,623.95jones service center replace ABS hydralic unit 4/22/2019$30.00rental car from jones $2,154.41total expenses I have attached the documentation as listed above. Consequently, losing your brakes on I-95 is a very frightening experience, especially when going at a high rate of speed. I had two near misses on having a serious accident during brake failure with my lincoln. I had to have the car towed 3 times which cost me a day of work each time because the car was not drivable. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford mkz. The contact stated that while driving approximately 40 MPH the braking system failed when pressing the brake pedal causing the vehicle to crash into the rear of a commercial truck. During the crash no injuries were reported. A police report( [xxx]) was taken at the scene and the vehicle was towed away. The vehicle damage was repaired but brake failures continued. After retrieving the vehicle the brake failure continue and the brake was spongy causing the braking distance to be extended. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer colminger ford(5011 jake alexander blvd s. Salsbury nc) on several occasions for the brake failure. The ABS module and braking assembly and control (y) were all replaced but the failures continued to occur. The contact recently received a recall notice for the federal safety agency recall campaign number 19v904000(braking system). The manufacturer([xxx]) was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 88,096. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6).
After ABS activation on a snowy road, break pedal needs much longer travel to engage brakes than before the ABS went off. Pedal feels spongy and requires much greater distance before the brakes feel like they begin to apply. Multiple ABS stops, 100 mile of travel and a day of not driving it have not made the problem any better. Car is 2009 mkz with 81000 miles.
Service bulletins that may apply
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip: control unit/module
- What is wrong
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
- Risk
- If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
Recall number 19V904000 · Recall details
Questions about the 2009 Lincoln MKZ abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 2009 Lincoln MKZ?
5 of 114 owner complaints about the 2009 Lincoln MKZ (4%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 2008.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2009 Lincoln MKZ?
There is 1 recall and 3 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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