Recall notice regarding 2000 mercury sable stop lamp switch and wiring.*mr the consumer received the recall april 2004. The consumer's problem is that because of his work schedule the dealer is already closed by the time he arrives in the area. Therefore the consumer has been unable to schedule the service.
2000 Mercury Sable lights complaints
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1 brake lights fail not covered under recall 1 year ago due to listing was taillight. Brake light switch will not let you shift the car. Has to be checked dayly.*ak 2 oil leaks cause smoke will cost over $300 dollars to fix. 3. Service flashes are not covered. 10 to 15 miles per gallon. Causes pining nosie. 4. Defrost will cause wiring and A/C to smoke. Cause keyless remote car system to stop working. 5. Foot gets caught in brake and gas petal. Checked under recall by a new tech. Checked ok. 6.transmission will cause car to jump back and forward when in park. From a falty valve body. 0.dealer replaced electrical under warntee
Consumer is unable to take vehicle out of park with engine running. The vehicle had to be turned off to be taken out of park. Vehicle is then put into neutral and started. The dealership indicated that, "this is a common problem with these vehicle", and provided a temporary remedy. *ak the brake switch was covered in grease and caused the brake lights not to work. The dealer indicated that the switch was in a bad location and that it would probably fail again. The consumer believes the manufacturer should be responsible for the repair and that they should recall the vehicle.
Vehicle was stuck in park, and brake lights would not go off. Took vehicle to the dealer, and they replaced the wiring stop lamp 01s08. 10,000 miles later, problem recurred.
Brake pedal position switch failure that caused brake lights to fail. The same failure also occurred on june 7, 2002. In addition the brake light switch was replaced on april 19,2001 to comply with recall 01s08. The brake light switch is not the problem. It will fail again.
Consumer complains of a brake light problem. The brake lights will not go off. They stay on, even when foot is not on the brake, and vehicle is in motion.
Complaint regarding the way recall repair was performed on vehicle.*mr the consumer had experienced the same problems issued in the recall for brake lights and the dealership stated that the recall had expired on there vehicle and it was out dated. The consumer was very dissatisfied with the dealership assistance because repairs had not been made to ensure the safety ness of the vehicle. Please respond promptly in resolving matters.
Windshield wipers stopped operating when using the turn signal.
Vehicle was taken to a dealer for recall# 01v078000 repairs concerning adjustable pedal assembly grease/brake lamps. Brake lights stopped functioning after the repair was done.
While driving, another motorist informed the consumer the brake lights on the vehicle stayed on all the time and other motorists were unable to tell when the consumer was actually braking. The dealer replaced the brake light switch. *ak examination of the switch showed a small plastic nub which held contacts open wore down and allowed contacts to stay closed all the time. *ph
Upon starting the vehicle, it would not shift out of park. There were no brake lights. The consumer stated that he turned the key to first click, he pressed the gear shifter down and shifted the gears. The gas station replaced the brake light switch. *ak the brake switch was replaced once before per mercury division recall in march, 2001. *scc
Stop lamps stay on. Condition causes dead battery. Stop lamp switch is defective. This vehicle was involved in recall 01s08 for the stop lamp switch replacment. Contacted ford customer assistance. They claim recall was done 2 years ago. Part has failed again and they will not cover this. Recall letter advises filing complaint on this site.
Brake light switch continued to fail, which was caused by grease contamination from the adjustable pedal linkage as stated in recall 01 v 078 000. Ford failed to address the problem and stated the brake light switch was not under warranty. *ak *cb
The federal safety agency#01-v-078-000 vehicle description: passenger vehicles equipped with adjustable pedals. If the grease from the adjustable pedal assembly enters the stop lamp switch, it can contaminate the contacts leading to carbon build up, and potentially a short circuit. The recall failed and the brake lamp switch was replaced 6 times. *ak *ts
Problems with 2000 mercury sable brake light switch.*mr on two occasions the brake light switch melted and discolored which caused the brake light to stay on. *ts
The brake lights malfunctioned by constantly remaining illuminated whether or not foot is applied to pedal. This occurred as a result of foot pedal grease coming into contact with the stop lamp socket. Related recall 01v078000, but consumer's vehicle not included due to VIN.
When emergency parking brakes are engaged the rear brake lights come on and stay on. This results in the battery dying out.
Brakes shudder when applied, been cut down once already stopped for about 5000 miles then started again increasing in intensity as mileage climbed, also car will shut off for a moment or two causing loss of all power, and all dash indicator lights to come on, also had to replace brake light switch twice now.
Brake light switch replacement for 2000 mercury sable. *mr the vehicle needed a brake light switch on two separate occasions. *scc *jb
The recall remedy for recall 01 v 078 000 for brake light has failed.
While driving and without warning the electrical system failed. *nlm on several occasions, the brake lights remained on and/or came on by themselves after the engine was cut off. Defective brake light switch assembly had to be replaced. Cruise control would not deactivate at 76 MPH. *tt
The rear brake lights did not illuminate when the brake was applied. *nlm the brake light switch was replaced 4 times which one out of the 4 repairs was recall related. Also the ABS light was illuminated. Once the switch failed the shifter would not come out of park position. On another occasion, the sun roof was inoperative.
Vehicle's brake light switch malfunctioned.
the federal safety agency RECALL REPAIR OF THE ADJUSTABLE PEDALS FAILED. the federal safety agency RECALL # 01-V-078-000.
The back brake lights are not working again. (4th time) also, the car will not move out of park after you start the car. I know these two problems are related to the brake switch. This item has been (replaced) two other times. I am putting the powers that be on notice that if I am in a crash because of this safety issue, I am responsible for it. Also, there is some sort of electrical problem that will keep the car for starting.
The brake lights and tail lights did not function when the brake pedal was applied. *jb. Replaced wire line that connected brake control switch at pedal.
When the consumer tried to turn the headlights on the switch button came off. *nlm both rear windows had become inoperative. Scc
The federal safety agency#12945-01-v-075-000: head lamp switch: due to use of incorrect material by a supplier switch lamp can fracture and separate from the head lamp switch:: consumer states she turn the switch off and knob fell off in her hand. Dealer has been notified. Mr
Mfr# 01s08 & the federal safety agency# 01 v 075 000 / foot pedal grease/stop lamp: consumer states that the brake switch failed again. Dealer and the manufacturer has been notified. Feel free to provide any further information.
I have now had to have the brake light switch on my car replaced twice. On july 23, 2002 while on vacation in the adirondack mountains the brake lights were stuck on. I had to drive over 100 miles with the brake lights on to have it repaired. This morning (9/18/02) on my way to drop off my children at school, a passenger in another vehicle flagged me down and told me I had no brake lights. Another trip to the dealer and the brake light switch was replaced again. There is obviously something wrong with this part. Thank you.
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