Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR | |||||
| 0710 | 11/28/2007 | 0710 | 10023294 | Certain 2005 through 2007 fwd and awd ford five hundred, freestyle and mercury montego vehicles - rear brake wear. also have an owner's letter. *nj updated 1/25/08. *nj | 11/08/2007 |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DIFFERENTIAL PROPORTIONAL VALVE | |||||
| 08-4-11 | 03/01/2008 | 10024829 | Traction control lamp on--no dtc's present, or dtc p1889 in differential electronic module (dem). *nj | 05/30/2008 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||||
| 0759 | 10021463 | Rear brake drag, noise, dust, and/or premature pad wear. *kb | 04/27/2007 | ||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 09/30/2010 | |||
| 2006 mercury montego was issued a recall related to rear brakes. the recall was performed. 12,000 miles later the rear brakes need to be done again ford issued tsb 07-5-9 for premature pad wear and recommend replacing front brakes as well to ensure proper braking. this is a safety issue since many who are unaware will just replace the rear brakes creating uneven braking performance. spoke with dealership and ford customer service. none want to take responsibility for fixing this braking problem correctly. | |||
| 02/16/2007 | 17000 | 9 | 07/10/2006 |
| Tl*the contact owns a 2006 mercury montego. at 60 mph on a clear day the vehicle suddenly came to a complete stop. the contact stated that the engine's rpms increased. the contact managed to pull the vehicle over and shut it off without ever touching the brake pedal. this failure occurred numerous times, including once when the mechanic was in the vehicle. the dealer was aware of it, but was unable to duplicate the failure. while driving at 70 mph the left rear brake seized, forcing the contact's vehicle into another lane. the contact swerved off the exit ramp and exited the vehicle due to smoke rising from the driver side front brakes. the contact accidentally left the vehicle in drive gear, but the vehicle remained idle. the dealer replaced the brake calipers on the driver front and passenger rear brakes. the contact called the manufacturer, who denied the claim, stating that the vehicle was out of warranty. the failure mileage was 17,000.*ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||
| 01/01/2006 | 2579 | 2 | 09/30/2005 |
| Dt*: the contact stated while driving the airbag light illuminated. although the dealership and manufacturer were alerted, no repairs were made. the abs light illuminated, the front spring brackets were replaced. updated 04/06/06. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 02/02/2007 | 35500 | 1 | 02/15/2006 |
| The right rear brake area emitted unusual sounds. it was noted that the rear disc brake was gouged. the part was repaired at the dealership. the mercury montego awd had approximately 30,500 miles. *nm | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 02/02/2007 | 35500 | 1 | 02/15/2006 |
| The right rear brake area emitted unusual sounds. it was noted that the rear disc brake was gouged. the part was repaired at the dealership. the mercury montego awd had approximately 30,500 miles. *nm | |||