2009 Lincoln MKZ: brake failure

Filed Aug 6, 2025 · Brakes · 110,000 miles · TX · crash · 1 injury

The contact owns a 2009 Lincoln MKZ. The contact stated that while parked in a semi-truck parking lot, another driver was reversing where she was blocking, and the contact then attempted to avoid the collision and drive forward. The accelerator pedal was depressed however, the vehicle accelerated excessively, and the brake pedal was then depressed but failed to respond. Upon a second attempt, the brake pedal went to the floorboard, accompanied by an abnormal vibration. Consequently, the vehicle crashed into a tree. No warning lights were illuminated prior to the incident. The driver mentioned a previous incident where the vehicle reversed into a gate. The contact referenced the federal safety agency Campaign Number: 19V904000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic). The brakes had been checked previously and were reportedly functioning properly. During the crash, the air bags deployed, and the driver sustained a head injury but did not seek medical attention. No fire or police report was filed as the incident occurred on private property. The local dealer was contacted and mentioned an extended warranty. The dealer suggested towing the vehicle, but it was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted multiple times, including their legal department, but no response was received. The failure mileage was approximately 110,000.

Filed Jul 1, 2020 · Brakes · 119,927 miles · MD

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).

Filed Jun 3, 2020 · Brakes · OH

This recall came out on december 18,2019! It is a safety recall and still hasn't been resolved?! This is unacceptable!!!!! Here is a copy of some of the report: the federal safety agency recall number: opens new window takes away from VIN lookup section> 19v904 recall date: december 18, 2019 manufacturer recall number: 19s54 summary: on your vehicle, a valve in the hydraulic control unit of the anti-lock braking system may be stuck open. Safety risk: this may result in extended brake pedal travel required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The condition does not result in a loss of braking function and the vehicle can be brought to a controlled stop.

Filed Feb 4, 2020 · Brakes · 88,096 miles · NC · crash

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).

Filed Jan 28, 2020 · Brakes · OH

Nothing yet! Are we going to wait until something does?! Safety risk!!! Taking way too long to get this resolved!!! This may result in extended brake pedal travel required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The condition does not result in a loss of braking function and the vehicle can be brought to a controlled stop.

Filed Sep 27, 2018 · Airbags · 160,000 miles · GA · crash · 1 injury

Car unintentionally accelerated and crashed brakes failed while attempting to turn in a driveway.

Filed Jan 8, 2018 · Transmission · 77,000 miles · PA

Tl* the contact owns a 2009 lincoln mkz. While the vehicle was stopped, it accelerated and the brakes did not work. The contact switched the gear to neutral and slowed the vehicle down. The contact called murphy ford at (610) 494-8800 (3310 township line rd, chester, pa 19013) and the technician recommended a diagnostic test. The test was not performed and the failure was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and stated that the warranty was expired. The contact was referred to the federal safety agency. The VIN was unknown. The failure mileage was approximately 77,000.