1997 Mercury Grand Marquis: brake failure

Filed Jul 1, 2015 · Brakes · 88,000 miles · NJ

Rusty brake line failed. Leaked brake fluid resulting in loss of braking. All brake lines look rusty. What happened to stainless steel brake lines?

Filed Feb 22, 2008 · Brakes · 39,900 miles · MD

Tl*the contact owns a 1997 mercury grand marquis. While stuck on ice at 1 MPH. The contact slid into a curb and brake fluid leaked from the vehicle. The vehicle was towed to the dealer and they stated that the brake line was corroded and caused the failure. Prior to the failure, the vehicle's maintenance was up-to-date. The electrical instrument panel parking brake light illuminated; however, the parking brake was operating normally. The contact stated that there should be a warning indicator light directly related to the actual brake failure. Ford was notified of the failure and stated that they appreciated her suggestion. They further stated that it could possibly help in the design of future vehicles. The contact did not know if the vehicle had antilock brakes. The fuel system was unavailable. The failure mileage was 39,900 and current mileage was 39,965. Updated 03-18-08

Filed Jun 5, 2006 · Brakes · 50,000 miles · NJ

Dt*: the contact stated while attempting to park the vehicle the brakes failed. The brake pedal was spongy and had to be depressed to the floor to stop the vehicle without incident. The vehicle was taken to an independent repair shop for inspection. Upon inspection it was determined the brake lines fractured causing the brake fluid leaked out onto the ground. There is a the federal safety agency recall, # 05v086000, regarding the service brakes, hoses, lines and fittings. The VIN was not included in the recall. The manufacturer was alerted. The brake lines had rusted. Updated 07/05/06.

Filed Feb 20, 2006 · Brakes · 91,435 miles · NY

I have a 1997 mercury grand marquis [xxx]the brakes failed exactly as described in their recall 04b26 for 97 merc marquis. The dealer and ford motor co. Rep curline #2139 said that even though the failure is exactly as described in the recall, and that my model and year matches the recall, they are not responsible for the repair. I suggest that the problem is wider than they will admit and think my repair falls under this recall. *nm updated 07/17/2012 *js information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(b)(6)

Filed Jan 26, 2005 · Brakes · 88,715 miles · NJ

Brakes did not operate when driver applied pressure on the pedal. Took vehicle dealer for check up, and results indicated that the rear brake lines rusted.*ak while pulling from a parking lot the brakes failed. Brakes repaired by nearby tire and brake specialist.

Filed Jul 15, 2004 · Brakes · 108,321 miles · MA

While driving 55 MPH, the consumer applied the brake pedal and the brakes failed. The consumer was able to maintain control of the vehicle and drove it to the dealer for inspection. The mechanic determined that the rear brakes needed to be replaced. *ak

Filed Apr 1, 2004 · Brakes · DE

Within a week of changing the tires the brakes failed. *ph the consumer discovered brake fluid on the ground. It was discovered that the front to rear brake line had ruptured due to rust. (son on behalf of his mother annette meyers).

Filed Oct 13, 2000 · Brakes · LA

My wife driving, come to narrow with approaching car, hit brakes to slow down where she would not have to pass on bridge with other car, her car slowed, nothing seem wrong with brakes, but some miles later, coming upon a curve, hit brakes to slow to make curve, no brakes. She bought fluid, as fluid was gone, drove about 20 miles back home. When I came in, no fluid in resvere, put some in, pumped brakes, fluid poured out on concrete under front drivers door. Had towed to dealer, the line had rubbed whole in line up against frame. They repaired it, refluided it and charge me almost 82.00. I did call mercury customer service, and they got the local dealership to bring it to the price stated. First price was over 100.00. My daughter and granddaughter who is 8 months with child was in the car with my wife.

Filed Aug 20, 1999 · Brakes · AR

Poor design: rigid, frame mounted brake line was in contact with upper automobile body. Brake line cracked due to upper body movement, causing loss of braking action while driving. Referenced in rq03-004

Filed Feb 1, 1999 · Brakes · CA

Brakes failed.