Brake Disc Rotor Problems of Mercury Sable

2004 Mercury Sable front brake rotors were warped. ** answer required***. The consumer request a written response to a letter he submitted to NHTSA on August 30, 2005.

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The contact owns a 2002 Mercury Sable LS. The vehicle had less than 31,900 miles on it. On 5/6/05 front brakes were replaced. Front brake pads cut the front rotors. Resurfaced the rotors, replaced and machined them which cost $250-275. . Then on 7/25/05 had the rear brakes replaced/machined rear drums/replaced shoes/ flushed the brake system, and replaced brake cylinder. Which cost consume r around $425. The vehicle now only has 33,544. The dealership has been very good about doing work on this vehicle. Consumer contacted the manufacturer, and they told him the problem was with the vehicle. They said they would call the dealership. All they did was contact the dealership, and they gave consumer $50 off. That was all the manufacturer did, and they never contacted him back. He dealt with the manufacturer before, and they did nothing for him then. Consumer did not like the way customer service handled his concerns. Brakes went out after three years. Also contacted consumer reports, and they informed him that they were going to do a report on car brakes.

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Consumer heard a noise coming from the left rear wheel. The consumer contacted the manufacturer, and they only identified the front coil spring as being a possible problem which was currentlybeing recalled. The vehicle had 38,000 miles when the defect occurred. The rotors and wheel bearing were replaced.

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Vehicle steering wheel would vibrate when applying the brakes at 45 mph. Vehicle is at the dealer. The dealer informed the consumer that both front rotors needed to be turned. The consumer is concerned that the rotors are wearing excessively although the vehicle is under 29,000 miles of wears.

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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.

Consumer experienced a flat on the right front tire. The consumer changed tire to an unused spare and attempted to drive to service station. While driving, the spare blew out. Upon inspection by dealer, it was discovered the coil spring had broken and pierced both tires, and caused damage. Found the rotors out of round. The front brake rotor were machined and the pads half worn.

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The contact stated when applying brake pressure there was difficulty depressing the brake pedal. She took the vehicle to a certified dealer, who cleaned and resurfaced the rotors multiple times. These repairs have not corrected the problem.

Severe front shudder during braking. This became apparent about 45000 miles and continued to increase over time. Owner preformed own investigation and discovered front rotors badly warped. Owner preformed own maintainence by installing aftermarket new rotors and pads. Owner wishes to indicate that original rotors removed from car appear to have what looks like fracture cracks across surface of ea rotor and unusual patterns and discolors not seen on other cars before. These parts have been kept at owners home for future investigation if requested. Car is now back in service with brakes operating correctly after repairs were completed.

When braking, there is vibration, rotors have been turned once. At this time there is vibration again. . Consumer was informed that new tires were needed, however the vibration remained.

When applying brakes at highway speed, (55+) the brakes shudder and vibrate the steering wheel. Took car to stuart powell, Ford-Mercury, danville, ky. And was told the rotors were surfaced and the brakes were repaired. About 1 1/2 months later the same problem started again in addition to when the brake pedal is pushed it seems hard and doesn't stop unless a lot of pressure is applied. Also when putting enough pressure on the pedal to stop, the pedal goes almost to the floor . Took the car back to stuart powell Ford-Mercury and they kept it for one full day, test drove it for 1. 2 miles and told me they could not find anything wrong. I believe the brakes on this car need to be repaired before I have a serious accident.

Rear rotors were replaced,on advise of Ford dealer. Supposedly caused by sand and salt on highway in winter. Yet, no such problem exists on front rotors.

Brake rotor problems - shaking violently when brakes depressed traveling at 60mphew car. .

Consumer noticed the front end shimmied when brakes were applied. Dealer determined that front rotors needed to be grounded. This happened first at 25000 miles, a second time at 48000 miles. Mr rotors grounded again at 50000 miles . Dealership suggested that rotors be replaced on next service.

I'm having trouble with the brake rotors warping every six to eight months. They usally turn or replace the rotos. I called Ford in detroit on the problem but they are saying its nomal wear and tear. But if you go to the dealership they say they replace alot of these rotors and that this is normal . But when my car goes out warrnity at its 3/36000 miles the problem will become my problem. I don't think this normal and should be researched. I have been told that Ford has had numerous problems with brake rotors but they put it off on customers driving habits. I work at a competors dealership and drive all day and don't have this problem with the van that I drive on a daily basis. If you could help it would bre appreciated. . . Thank you.

Rotors continue to be defective. Consumer has had rotors surfaced a few times, but they still are going bad. Contacted dealer, and dealer is not willing to do anything.

While driving in traffic going downhill vehicle started to shimmer. Also, vehicle shook so hard that it pulled steering wheel out of driver's hands. Consumer has contacted dealer. Dealer refused to provide any assistance. Consumer had the rotors replaced and now everything operates as normal, as the rotors would heat up, the pulsation would increase.

Brake rotors warped causing vibration.

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Driver noticed pulsation/vibration when applying the brakes at highway speed. Dealer informed the owner that the front rotors were so badly warped that had to be replaced.

4 brake rotors have been replaced 3 times because they overheated/warped and were out of round. Cause unknown. Consumer claims brake must be applied constantly while driving.

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Rotors of the car continue to warp and I have spoken to many repair shops and they have told me this is a common problem. With the rotors warping this could make braking safely difficult or impossible.

When applying the abs brakes the steering wheel and the brake pedal vibrate, which is caused by warped rotors. Please give any further details.

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While driving there is pulsation upon pressing the brakes. Consumer statesthat rotors had been changed several times. But, problem still exists.