1994 Mercury Grand Marquis brakes problems

19 complaints (12% of all complaints for this car). 3 crashes reported.

owner complaints: 19
of this car's complaints: 12%
crashes: 3
recalls: 1

Which part fails

Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip
7
Foundation components
5
Foundation components: master cylinder
2
Foundation components: disc: pads
2
Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
1
Foundation components: drum
1
Foundation components: disc: rotor
1
Foundation components: disc
1

At what mileage

Complaints by mileage at the time of the problem.

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200k+

Mercury Grand Marquis brakes problems in other years

Specific symptoms reported on the 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis brakes

Phrases found in the owners' own descriptions, so one complaint can mention several symptoms.

Brake failure 8

Related recalls

Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation componentsReported August 9, 1994 · 214,000 vehicles affected

What is wrong: The nuts and bolts that attach the rear brake adaptor to the axle housing flange can loosen and eventually separate. If one or more of the nuts come off the bolts, damage to the parking brake assembly or to the antilock brake system (ABS) sensor and sensor ring (if so equipped) will occur. If all four nuts on one end of the axle come off the bolts, damage to the brake hydraulic line or the parking brake cable can occur.
Risk: Occurrence of any of these conditions can result in a loss of braking capability and possible accident.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if needed, install new bolts. If any of the fasteners are disconnected, the parking brake and ABS components will be inspected and serviced.

Recall number 94V152000 · Recall details

What 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis owners say

Most recent owner complaints, unedited.

Filed Sep 11, 2009 · Brakes · 105,000 miles · IN · fire

I began smelling smoke while driving 1994 grand marquis. After approx. 30 seconds of smelling smoke, flames and smoke came out of rear left of hood. Brakes did not work. Car coasted into an intersection and stopped. I immediately exited the car, called 911 and waited for fire department to respond. The engine compartment was totally engulfed in flames. Fire department was able to put fire out. Entire engine compartment was burned extensively, mostly on left side. Left front tire was burned and deflated. Fire appears to have started under master brake cylinder.

Filed Jul 24, 2008 · Brakes · 94,000 miles · OH

Tl*the contact owns a 1994 mercury grand marquis. While backing up at 5 MPH, the contact depressed the brake pedal and the pedal extended to the floorboard. The vehicle would not stop and he noticed brake fluid leaking. Upon further investigation, he discovered that the master cylinder was below the maximum level. He refilled the brake fluid, but the failure persisted. The contact located a recall describing the exact same failure, but ford stated that his VIN was not included in the federal safety agency campaign id number 94v152000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components). The failure and current mileages were 94,000.

Filed Sep 4, 2006 · Brakes · 99,000 miles · NJ

Low speed situation! Applied service (normal brake pedal) brake pedal went to floor, no brakes had to use foot brake to avoid accident.".found the hydraulic brake lines (multiple lines approx 4 (anti- lock brakes,)on frame rail under the drivers door) had rotted through, rupturing and loosing all brake fluid and causing catastrophic brake failure.

Filed Jul 13, 2001 · Brakes · UT

94 v 152 000/brakes hydraulic system: parking brake assembly housing has separated because nuts: bolts have loosened. Dealer was notified, and informed consumer that vehicle was not covered under manufacturer's recall. Seeking help from the federal safety agency in this matter.*ak rear brake pads were replaced and rear rotors were turned also.

Filed Jul 6, 2001 · Brakes · FL

Anti-lock brake failure.

Filed Feb 13, 2001 · Acceleration, Brakes · MD

Power train shudders at speeds 35-40 MPH. Wiper will not return to down position. Brake switch at brake pedal wire breaks and vehicle will not gear selector is locked in the park position and no brake lights. Air idle solenoid hums loudly. Engine loses oil and no apparent oil leaks. Brakes makes grinding noises after replacing rotors and dealer brake pads front and rear. Power window on drivers side works intermittently.

Filed Mar 30, 2000 · Brakes · PA

While parking brake pad fell off the shoe into the wheel. This caused the automatic traction assist to be messed up. Can hear noises with or without the brakes being applied.. Will be taking vehicle to dealershiop to check & repair.

Filed Feb 8, 1999 · Brakes · MA

When driving vehicle and coming to a stop with foot on the brake, the vehicle will accelerate, and the consumer is burning rubber.

Filed Jul 19, 1998 · Acceleration, Brakes · MA · 1 injury

While backing out of a parking lot, vehicle accelerated out of control, stepped on brakes but brakes failed to stop vehicle. Vehicle skidded left sideways and went into a huge truck. Driver suffered injuries, and vehicle was totaled.

Filed Feb 18, 1998 · Brakes, Transmission · GA

Transmission runs rough and noisy.

Questions about the 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis brakes

Does the 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis have brakes problems?

Owners have filed 19 complaints about the brakes of the 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis, 12% of all its complaints.

At what mileage do 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis brakes problems start?

Not enough complaints include the mileage to tell.

Was there a recall on the 1994 Mercury Grand Marquis brakes?

Yes, 1 recall: 94V152000. Check your VIN to see if your car still needs the free repair.

What year does the Mercury Grand Marquis have bad brakes?

The Mercury Grand Marquis model years with the most brakes complaints are 1992 (48 complaints), 1997 (35 complaints) and 1995 (30 complaints).