Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 95V133000 | DABRYAN COACH BUILDERS | from 09/01/1992 to 06/01/1995 | V (Vehicle) | 692 | 08/08/1995 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/11/1995 | 07/21/1995 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Improper installation of the rear brake line at the point at which the extended brake line first bends and extends over the left rear wheel area of the frame. if not installed with sufficient clearance, chafing of the brake line can occur in an area adjacent to the rear floor pan. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | The rear brake line can leak or rupture resulting in reduced braking capability, loss of rear brakes, and/or loss of brake fluid reserves in the master brake cylinder. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the brake line for proper installation and/or damage and replace as necessary. also a protective boot or sleeve over the brake line will be installed. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; non-metallic.vehicle description: lincoln towncars remanufactured into stretch limousines by dabryan coach builders.note: owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time,should contact dabryan at 1-417-864-4411. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 9845 | 03/02/1998 | 601264 | Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc | 07/15/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 985A6 | 03/18/1998 | 601004 | Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn. *yc | 12/14/2000 | |
| 95212 | 10/01/1995 | 46478 | The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par | 04/25/1996 | |
| 94251 | 01/01/1994 | 39719 | Brakes - antilock- brake pedal has slip/stick condition after application. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 94251 | 12/01/1994 | 38053 | Anti-lock brakes - brake pedal has slip/stick condition after application - noise/vibration on slow apply and release. *tw | 02/07/1995 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 99194 | 09/20/1999 | 6090082 | Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt | 03/06/2000 | |
| 985A11 | 03/18/1998 | 601009 | Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| 96222 | 10/21/1996 | 50941 | Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| 985A13 | 03/18/1998 | 601012 | The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| BC2850950401 | 04/01/1995 | 3020103 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9562 | 03/01/1995 | 39900 | Roughness concern during brake application. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 9814 | 01/19/1998 | 605562 | Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt | 07/09/1999 | |
| 985A5 | 03/18/1998 | 601003 | Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||||
| 985A7 | 03/18/1998 | 601005 | Service brake pedal may have a slip / stick condition when the brake is applied. *tt | 06/17/1998 | |
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 07/19/2009 | 140000 | 1 | |
| 1993 lincoln town car cruise control would not turn off after applying brakes. while driving the vehicle for approximately 15 miles with the cruise control set at 55 mph i approached a red light and applied the break and the cruise control did not turn off. to avoid a collision the breaks were applied as hard as possible and i put the automatic transmission in neutral, whereas the engine rpm raced but the vehicle stopped accelerating. after the light turned green i put the vehicle back in drive and preceded to the curb where i again put the vehicle in park and turned off the engine. i inspected the throttle and cruise control linkage and found nothing out of the ordinary. i disconnected the cruise control linkage and was able to start the vehicle and the engine idled normally. when i attempted to put the vehicle in drive the transmission would not shift out of park. the vehicle was towed to a mechanic and upon his inspection his only finding was a blown fuse for the brake lights. he changed the fuse and the transmission would now shift out of park. he test drove the vehicle and used the cruise control without any abnormal anomalies. *tr | |||
| 02/02/2004 | 94174 | 1 | |
| When the consumer applied the brakes at a low speed, the pedal went to the floor, which resulted in the consumer rear ending another motorist. the air bags deployed and consequently the air bag broke the passenger's arm. *ak *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 08/01/2004 | 2 | ||
| While applying brakes vehicle does not stop accordingly. consumer took vehicle to dealer for service twice, and they could not determine the cause of the problem.*ak | |||
| On 3 occasions while applying brakes pedal will fail and go to floor, causing no brake power. also, anti-lock brake light will come on. consumer must reapply brakes in order to stop vehicle. dealer stated to consumer that if light was not on when vehicle wa brought to dealer , they will not be able to determine cause. vehicle has a computer that erased memory after it was turned off. therefore, consumer will have to drive vehicle directly to dealer when abs light was turned on. had dealer inspect vehicle immediatley.*ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| While traveling in cold weather 15-20 minutes consumer noticed abs indicator light would flash on. when vehicle was shut off or cooling down indicator light would cut off. *ak the vehicle occasionaly makes a rumble noise once a day. *yh | |||
| 12/03/1999 | 06/09/1999 | ||
| When brakes were applied they remained normal . however , vehicle experienced extended stopping distance,resulting in a collision that led to minor injuries. dealer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 07/15/1999 | |||
| While driving vehicle suddenly accelerated. driver pressed the brakes, causing extended stopping distance. but, vehicle continued to accelerate. dealer could not determine the caus eof problem. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| When the brakes are applied the vehicle pulsates, resulting in extended stopping distances. the dealer has replaced the brake shoes and the drums. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| 6 | 04/01/1993 | ||
| In the beginning i took my car to the lincoln/ford dealerships for all my brake problems (about 4 or 5 times). then i began taking my car to tire/brake shops. still the problems have persisited. i have had everything done, and still not long after every brake job the brakes begin to squeek/pulsate, and the dust returns on the rims of the tires. at first, i used all lincoln/ford parts then i figured they were the problem. i have never had so much trouble with any brakes on any of my previous vehicles. also the paint is peeling, and i have had 2 windows replaced, and 1 is still not working correctly. plus some kind of idler pulley, something to do with the belt, costs appx. $660.00. *ak | |||
| 8 | 12/13/1995 | ||
| Anti-lock brakes failed and anti-lock light came on 4 times; also replaced transmission; spark plug wires/sunvisor. *ak | |||
| Abs brakes; brakes fail to respond to pedal travel. please describe details. *ak | |||
| 02/07/1995 | |||
| Abs, brake failure replacement of pads, rotors, booster,calipers, front and rear, pulsate and pulls to left side. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 08/06/1999 | 4 | 11/01/1998 | |
| Brake system continually in need of repairs, causing lock up and pulling when braking. mjs | |||
| 04/02/1996 | |||
| The vehicle has had numerous brake jobs and the vehicle still pulls to the left when the brakes are applied, and whe applied they do not stop the car. *ak | |||
| 12/10/1994 | 3 | ||
| The brakes are going out and the third set of brakes after 46,000 miles. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 11/17/2003 | 39359 | 2 | |
| Consumer had picked up vehicle from dealership after brake line was replaced. owner drove the vehicle about 5 miles and front driver side wheel caught on fire. vehicle was towed to the dealership after flames were put out. consumer was informed front wheel locked up because of brake caliper failure. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 12/01/1994 | |||
| Abs, rotors on vehicle continue need to be replace, causing warping and corrosion. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| When the brakes are applied the vehicle pulsates, resulting in extended stopping distances. the dealer has replaced the brake shoes and the drums. the manufacturer has been notified. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||
| 05/12/1998 | 6 | ||
| Inside brake shoes had worn down & were touching casting, preventing inside shoe to contact brake disc. outside shoe squeezed by caliper. got parts from auto parts store & they are the same. have not taken to dealer. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 04/05/2007 | 117000 | 1 | 04/05/2007 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 1993 lincoln town car. the contact stated that the brakes feel spongy and the vehicle feels as if it will not stop when the brakes are applied. she must continuously add brake fluid to the vehicle, but it leaks out. nhtsa recall number 95v133000 (service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings) was referenced. the speed was unknown. the current mileage was 125,000 and failure mileage was 117,000. | |||
| 09/09/2004 | 140000 | 2 | 09/10/2001 |
| The fuel line rusted and ruptured on my town car on september 9, 2004. i called lincoln and they will not even concider looking at this vehicle. my husband is a mechanic and has seen this problem with a 200 navigator...where the brakes and fuel lines were rusted and the brake lines ruptured. i would like this matter looked into and fixed. this is not a wear and tear item and i should not be expected to pay for it. i do not have the $2000.+ that it will cost to repair the vehicle. i mean this is definatly a safty issue. my car could have exploded with me and my son in it on the last 4800 mile trip that we just took after his last 6 month deployment. thank you debra sierens. *ak | |||
| 11/17/2003 | 39359 | 2 | |
| Consumer had picked up vehicle from dealership after brake line was replaced. owner drove the vehicle about 5 miles and front driver side wheel caught on fire. vehicle was towed to the dealership after flames were put out. consumer was informed front wheel locked up because of brake caliper failure. *ak | |||
| 02/01/2002 | 1 | 10/01/1999 | |
| After putting vehicle in park, consumer noticed that there was a trail of fuel leading up the driveway coming from the vehicle. consumer took vehicle out from the garage and soon after that, the vehicle caught on fire. contacted dealer. *ak dealer found perforated rust on steel fuel lines at the fuel pump which was also heavily rusted, fuel line sprayed fuel on hot exhaust system. steel brake lines showed evidence of corrosion. *slc | |||
| 08/01/2001 | 1 | 01/01/2000 | |
| Steel brake / fuel line assembly failure. heavily rotted due to positioning on frame rail, trapps dirt/ moisture or could just be infirior quality matterials. manufacturer said they had not documented any problems. the dealer said it wasn't common but knew the repair labor and parts price off top of head. other lines in other locations on vehicle appeared ok. i have other vehicle much older than this one and original lines are in good shape. iv'e never seen brake line failure, which occours suddenly resulting in brake failure, in a vehile only 8 years old. deterioration is extensive. would it really drive the cost of a new vehicle up that much not to mandate stainless steel brake lines as many manufacturers are providing stainless exhaust systems? thank you for this web site frank markut | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 07/29/1997 | 1 | ||
| Master cylinder failed resulting in intermittent brake failure. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||
| 11/15/1995 | |||
| Brake power booster is defective. when pressing on the brake pedal the pedal does not come back up. dealer contacted and is aware of problem. problem still exists. *ak | |||