The sensor ring for ABS (brakes) on right and left axels on the front of my 99 mercury mystique are both cracked causing ABS to not function,also I just returned from getting resisters replaced for my blower motor which I just found out had a recall that was closed please let me know of anything I can do . I did have an accident I thought the brakes didnt work properly but dont know if it is related
1999 Mercury Mystique: ABS light or ABS activating
7 of the 128 complaints about the 1999 Mercury Mystique describe ABS light or ABS activating.
- owner complaints
- 7
- of this car's complaints
- 5%
- recalls
- 1
Is there a fix? There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for this area of the car. See below
ABS light or ABS activating by model year
What owners say
The sensor ring for ABS (brakes) on right and left axels on the front of my 99 mercury mystique are both cracked causing ABS to not function,also I just returned from getting resisters replaced for my blower motor which I just found out had a recall that was closed please let me know of anything I can do . I did have an accident I thought the brakes didnt work properly but dont know if it is related
Check engine light and ABS light came on/off, and vehicle stopped in the middle of traffic.
While applying the brake pedal went to the floor. Consumer was able to control the vehicle. Abs braking light appeared on the dashboard and remained on. Consumer drove the vehicle to dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that brake pads and rotors needed to be replaced due to worn out parts.
Abs system is late. This car stops very quickly on dry pavement and it requires a very long distance to stop on wet or icy conditions. The car feels like it is being pushed during icy conditions. I have returned to my dealer several times. The frount brake pads have been replaced and the hydraulic pressure have been checked. This car does not feel safe! However, the dealer says they do not know what to do. I have compared my car to other of the same year and model which has convinced me that my ABS system is not working properly.
Intermittently ABS braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. Dealer cannot determine the cause of the problem. After repairs, steering, brakes, and traction control work properly. *ak
When applying ABS brakes on dry or wet pavement vehicle makes a grinding and squealing noise, cause unknown. Please give any further details.
Service bulletins that may apply
- Safety recall pertaining to brake pressure control reducing valve replacement
- Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material...
- Some vehicles may exhibit a groaning noise from the front brakes during city driving
- Experiencing a front brake groan during city driving
- Some vehicles may exhibit a front brake groan
Related recalls
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: passenger vehicles not equipped with the anti-lock braking system (ABS). A pressure conscious reducing valve (pcrv) in the rear brakes may be subject to corrosion and result in malfunction, when operated in areas that use salt compounds on the roadway for de-icing or dust control.
- Risk
- If both pcrv's malfunction, vehicle handling could be adversely affected during braking as a result of the rear wheels locking, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will install improved pcrv's in the rear brake system. This recall was expanded in september 2000 to include 1999 and 2000 ford contour, mercury mystique and cougar vehicles.
Recall number 00V075000 · Recall details
Questions about the 1999 Mercury Mystique abs
Is ABS light or ABS activating a common problem on the 1999 Mercury Mystique?
7 of 128 owner complaints about the 1999 Mercury Mystique (5%) mention ABS light or ABS activating. The model year with the most reports is 1998.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 1999 Mercury Mystique?
There is 1 recall and 5 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
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