Brake Foundation Components problems of the 1998 Mercury Villager

Four problems related to brake foundation components have been reported for the 1998 Mercury Villager. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 04/26/2002

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. On July 26, 2002 consumer applied brakes at 10 mph, pedal felt hard, no braking action. Vehicle at dealer at this time. The booster was replaced, however it is uncertain as to if this will remedy the problem.

2 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 10/01/1998

While making a sudden stop consumer would have to apply force to the brake pedal. Dealer has been contacted. Please provide further informaion.

3 Brake Foundation Components problem

Failure Date: 09/10/1998

Brakes continually failing and making noise, unable to rectify.

4 Brake Foundation Components problem

While turning into a parking space at a low speed and applying the brakes pedal went to the floor and the vehicle kept going. Dealer has not seen vehicle.


Other Service Brakes related problems of the 1998 Mercury Villager



Fuel Economy of Villager Vehicles
Villager Service Bulletins
Villager Safety Recalls
Villager Defect Investigations