Three problems related to brake master cylinder have been reported for the 1997 Ford Taurus. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
While driving 55 mph brake failed to operate. Vehicle towed to dealer. They informed consumer master brake cylinder was the problem. Feel free to provide any further information.
Vehicle leaking brake fluid. Brake light comes on. Took to dealer, and replaced master cylinder.
Master cylinder failed while slowing down for a stop, causing consumer to run through an intersection. Consumer had to use emergency brake in order to stop vehicle.