One problem related to brake pedal and linkage has been reported for the 1999 Mercury Tracer. The most recently reported issues are listed below.
When slowing down and coming to a complete stop with a bump in the road, the vehicle would accelerate. (the consumer's foot would be on the brake pedal) the dealer could not find the problem. The consumer stated that she has almost had accidents because of this.
| Brake Foundation Components problems | |
| Brake Pedal And Linkage problems | |
| Brake Master Cylinder problems | |
| Brake Electric Antilock problems |