Mercury Marauder owners have reported 10 service brakes related problems since 1996. Table 1 shows the 6 most common service brakes problems. The number one most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake pedal and linkage (3 problems). The second most common problem is related to the vehicle's brake electric antilock (3 problems). For details of each of the problem category, use the links in the table.
On my 2003 Mercury Marauder, the fuel and brake pedals are too close together. On more than one occasion, I have hit both of them at the same time causing me to "bump" the car into something. Read details...
: the contact stated that the vehicle accelerated while braking during good weather and normal braking conditions. There was sporadic failure and the problem occurred three times. The dealer checked the pedal spacing and there were no problems found but according to the dealer, the problem may be Read details...
I have had 17 warranty repair items. Overdrive problem on March 24. Valve body and temp sensor replace. Car has been at the dealer for 24 days. Purchased new on Feb. 8, car is currently in arbritation. I have asked for a buy back. Dealer refuses to fix loose carpet in rear floor. Read details...
The contact owns a 2003 Mercury Marauder. The contact stated that the abs failed when studded snow tires were placed on the vehicle. The abs indicator illuminates on the instrument panel to signify that it is no longer functional. The dealer stated that there was no remedy for the failure. Read details...
Almost all domestic manufacturers of passenger cars make them so that the brake pedal depresses farther than the accelerator. This is very likely the reason for most "unintended" acceleration incidents. In my own case it involves a 2003 Mercury grand marquis. Read details...