Brake Light Switch Problems of Ford Taurus - part 2

Independent shop had already fixed NHTSA recall 04v106000. Consumer sent the original invoice to the manufacturer, but manufacturer refused to reimburse consumer's expenses because recall repairs were not done at a Ford dealership.

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Second request for reimbursement for safety recall repairs involving 2000 Taurus. The gear would not move out of park, the consumer had to put a high effort into taking the vehicle out of reverse. There was a concern with the brake light switch. The consumer requested reimbursement for repairs.

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The cruise control failed to disengage when the brake pedal was applied. The consumer had to turn the cruise control lever to disengage the system. This occurred two days after the brake light switch recall 04v106000 repairs were performed. This was the first time that vehicle was driven since recall repairs were done. This caused the consumer to become very close to slower moving traffic before the consumer realized what occurred. The consumer stated that the recall was originally done carelessly.

Consumer was charged $189. 00 by the dealership to have the stop lamp switch installed. This occurred when the vehicle was taken to the dealership to have the brake light recall 04v106000 repairs performed.

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The dealership didn't perform recall repair on vehicle. Safety recall# 04v106000.

Consumer experienced ongoing problems with both the front and rear seat belts not retracting from the retractors. Vehicle has been in and out of the dealer shop on several occasions. Driver's seat belt retractor has been replaced 2 times, and the passenger's seat belt retractor has been replaced once, but problems recurred. Also, on another issue consumer stated that vehicle was back to the dealer three times on a manufacturer's recall 04v106000 concerning brake light switch. Consumer stated that vehicle was still experiencing some problem with the stop lights not operating when braking. The consumer stated that the problem was never fixed. The back seat belts had the same problems as the front.

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Rear brake lights and brake pedal shift interlock inoperable caused by failure of break pedal switch. Wiring connector assembly also replaced due to melting of wires when switch failed. Could have caused fire if not corrected promptly. Dealer not surprised, stated this is a common problem with Taurus and keeps extra brake light switches in stock. This is not an adjustable pedal model that was previously recalled. Brake pedal light switches are defective on non-adjustable pedals.

The braking lights of my Ford Taurus 2002 se with adjustable pedals stays on even after I turn off the engine and release the brake pedal. I found that Ford has a recall on this issue on 2000 and 2001 Taurus, but not 2002 model. This is unfair since Ford did not fix the problem after the recall.

Brake light switch assembly has failed three times in 53,000 miles on my 2000 Ford Taurus. It was replaced under recall in 2001, I paid to replace it in 2002 and 2003 as the dealership says the reapair can only be covered under the recall one time. When it fails, the lights either stay on and drain the battery or they won't come on at all making it impossible to shift out of park. Either way, it creates an extreme hazard as traffic behind you does not know if you are stopping or not. Ford's recall was estimated to affect about 179,000 vehicles. If each needs a $17. 47 switch each years as mine has and those vehicles stay in service for ten years, that is a tidy 30 million dollar profit for Ford. Let's just hope no one dies as a result. Ford's consumer phone line and dealership were of no help. I have sent a formal letter to Ford's customer relationship center, but hold out little hope.

Nhtsa recall 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. Consumer had the same problem, and dealer admitted switch was the problem.

Consumer is requesting reimbursment for brake light repairs performed and paid for out of pocket. Recall#04v106000.

Brake light switch went out while the cruise control was engaged stopping the cruise control.

Brake lamp switch malfunctioned. The dealer was notified. Brake light switch failed a second time due to oil leaking onto the switch.

Vehicle type: Ford Taurus 2000 problem: brake light stays on, which is dangerous. Previous history: the problem was fixed last year under a recall (NHTSA campaign id number: 01v078000), but has reoccured now.

Complaint regarding having to pay for something that has been recalled. The vehicle brake light switch failed prior to recall notification. The consumer had an extended warranty therefore only had to pay a $50 deductible for the repair. The consumer call the manufacturer and requested reimbursement but was denied.

The brake lamp switch was replaced on this car under a "safety recall" by Ford motor company. They stated that the switch may fail, and could cause the brake lamps to stay lit, or not come on at all. This was done at around 15,000 miles. At 39,000 miles the switch has failed again. The brake lamps will not come on, I cannot move the gear selector out of "park", and the cruise control will not disable when you press the brake pedal. This is an obvious safety hazard, and Ford has attempted to correct the problem by replacing the switch, but, unfortunately, the replacement switches are also defective. The defect obviously causes several safety hazards and serious risk of an accident. The worst part is, my dealer has informed me that the recall has already been performed, and I will have to pay to have the recall work done again. Ford motor customer service confirmed this during phone conversations with them. This concerns me because you cannot say you have fixed a defect if the defect keeps occurring over and over again. They are responsible for fixing the problem, which they have not done. I have also had a wiper motor cover replaced on this car under recall. This was due to a risk of fire. Does this mean that I still have a risk of fire? they told me the recall fixed the brake light problem, but it did not. Could it be that my wiper motor may still cause a fire, but it is ok, Ford has already fixed it, so they are not responsible? this is very poor judgment. I hope the NHTSA will compel Ford motor to find a permanent fix for this problem, and reimburse those that have paid for this repair out of their own pockets.

Brake lamp switch replaced on recall April 2001. On 3/8/2002 went into garage and found brake lights stuck on, car had dead battery. Had car towed to av Ford had to pay for new battery, diagnostic, and new switch. Concerned that the recall replacement switch was defective causing failure. Contacted Ford with concerns, requesting a partial reimbursment of the $250. 00. Was told switch out of warranty. I am concerned that the same thing will happen again since this is an obvious defect.

Consumer was still having a problems with brake lights. At one point she was told that wires were burned out that lead to brake switch. Also, having problems rear window on driver side.

On problem one: I have observed several 1996 through 1999 Ford Taurus wagons with defective center mounted stop light. Problem two: both rear outer seat belts stopped retracting at about the same time.

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Consumer complained about a brake light problem. This problem was originally repaired in April, 2003. However, the replacement switch was defective , and brake lights would not go off.

Consumer complained about brake light switch wiring problem. Wiring broke, causing the brake lights to operate poorly.