| Issue ID | 1295464 |
| Internal NHTSA # | 10882204 |
| Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
| Brand | MERCURY |
| Model | MILAN |
| Model Year | 2007 |
| File date | 01/12/12 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
| Product type code | VEHICLE |
| Description of the problem | Dog ran into road and breaks were depressed with force going approximately 20mph, straight, in a neighborhood. After, breaks began to sink to floor with each stop. Brought to dealership and break pads were replaces, issue was not resolved. After, breaks continuing to sink to floor then breaks line leaked all fluid. Brought back to dealership for service. Told "computer" or "chip" needed to be replaced (all totally $1000). Car has performed fine since although breaks seem to be wearing down quicker. (date is approximate as just noticed all complaints and wanted to report mine as well) |
| Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 60000 |
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| Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
| City and State | AUSTIN, TX |
| VIN pattern | 3MEHM08177RXXXXXX |
| Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
| Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
| Was incedent reported to police? | N |
| Was medical attention required? | N |
| Was part original equipment? | |
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| Date of purchase | 07/08/26 |
| Was original owner? | N |
| Anti-lock brakes | N |
| Cruise control | N |
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| Vehicle speed | 20 |
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