Issue ID | 911132 |
Internal NHTSA # | 10451388 |
Manufacurer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
Brand | MERCURY |
Model | MARINER |
Model Year | 2006 |
File date | 12/03/12 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | L/h tone ring on axel cracked and threw an abs warning, brake service warning and 4wd light blinking. At approx 65,000 the r/h tone ring cracked as well but was small enough that it did not trip the sensor. I noticed a clicking sound when turning into parking spaces. This was fixed under my extended warranty. From searches on the internet this seems to be a design flaw of this weak part. Dealers try to get you to replace the entire axel which is not needed as did the ford dealer in margate. Ford should be replacing these tone rings with a part with stronger tensile strength so it does not crack. This needs to be a recall as it will strand many who see all the lights and warnings go off and think they cannot continue driving. This is a poor design, a poorly made part and through it's dealer network a rip-off for customers who are told the entire axel needs replacement. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 94000 |
Number of Occurences | 1 |
Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | MARGATE, FL |
VIN pattern | 4M2YU57106KXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
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Date of purchase | 14/09/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
Number of cylinders | 6 |
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Vehicle speed | 70 |
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