When the consumer applied the brakes at a low speed, the pedal went to the floor, which resulted in the consumer rear ending another motorist. The air bags deployed and consequently the air bag broke the passenger's arm. *ak
1993 Lincoln Town Car: brake failure
5 of the 176 complaints about the 1993 Lincoln Town Car describe brake failure.
- owner complaints
- 5
- of this car's complaints
- 3%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 13 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
Brake failure by model year
What owners say
Steel brake / fuel line assembly failure. Heavily rotted due to positioning on frame rail, trapps dirt/ moisture or could just be infirior quality matterials. Manufacturer said they had not documented any problems. The dealer said it wasn't common but knew the repair labor and parts price off top of head. Other lines in other locations on vehicle appeared ok. I have other vehicle much older than this one and original lines are in good shape. Iv'e never seen brake line failure, which occours suddenly resulting in brake failure, in a vehile only 8 years old. Deterioration is extensive. Would it really drive the cost of a new vehicle up that much not to mandate stainless steel brake lines as many manufacturers are providing stainless exhaust systems? Thank you for this web site frank markut
Master cylinder failed resulting in intermittent brake failure.
Anti-lock brakes failed and anti-lock light came on 4 times; also replaced transmission; spark plug wires/sunvisor.
Abs, brake failure replacement of pads, rotors, booster,calipers, front and rear, pulsate and pulls to left side. Tt
Service bulletins that may apply
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use
- Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn
- Service brake pedal may have a slip / stick condition when the brake is applied
- Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums
- The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable
- Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
- Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Improper installation of the rear brake line at the point at which the extended brake line first bends and extends over the left rear wheel area of the frame. If not installed with sufficient clearance, chafing of the brake line can occur in an area adjacent to the rear floor pan.
- Risk
- The rear brake line can leak or rupture resulting in reduced braking capability, loss of rear brakes, and/or loss of brake fluid reserves in the master brake cylinder.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the brake line for proper installation and/or damage and replace as necessary. Also a protective boot or sleeve over the brake line will be installed.
Recall number 95V133000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1993 Lincoln Town Car brake failure
Is brake failure a common problem on the 1993 Lincoln Town Car?
5 of 176 owner complaints about the 1993 Lincoln Town Car (3%) mention brake failure. The model year with the most reports is 1996.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1993 Lincoln Town Car?
There is 1 recall and 13 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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