Three problems related to brake disc have been reported for the 1999 Ford Contour. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
Front end vibrates/ shakes when applying brakes. Pads and rotors have been replaced more than once, and the problem is still exists. Dealership is aware of problem.
Brakes were not operable when applied. Pedal went all the way down to floor and there was a sqeaking noise. Dealership was aware of the noise.
Car has been in shop 1/2 of time owned for numerous problems. Brake system had to be replaced in first two weeks and took company 4 weeks to "order" pads and rotors. Alignment is constantly off, since day car was picked up. Tires have been replaced once suppossedly,one is again wearing incorrectly and has very loud road noise. Paint was bubbly, carpet laid wrong, now power window makes horrible noises going up and down. Car has been more of a pain than anything I ever bought.