Table 1 shows six common service brakes related problems of the 1998 Mercury Villager. The number one most common problem is related to the brake foundation components (four problems). The second most common problem is related to the brake pedal and linkage (two problems).
Consumer applied brakes to come to a stop at intersection, pedal felt hard, and vehicle went through intersection. Dealer stated both rear calipers were frozen, and one front rotor was rusted. All parts were replaced. Read details...
Brake pedal and the accelerator pedal are too close. Also, height of brake pedal and accelerator pedal are the same which caused pedal misapplication. Please provide any further details. Read details...
When the consumer applied the brakes, they locked up and caused extended stopping distance. Both front brakes locked up within less than a month apart. There was a problem with both rear brakes and the left front caliper locked up. Read details...