NHTSA — Service Brakes, Hydraulic: Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip: Control Unit/Module Problems

3.6

definitely annoying
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
35,000 miles

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1999 Mercury Mountaineer brakes problems

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1999 Mercury Mountaineer Owner Comments

problem #2

Dec 052003

(reported on)

Mountaineer 4WD

  • Automatic transmission
  • 70,000 miles

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Brakes failed seven times within 70,000 miles. An independent mechanic determined that the GEM control module was the problem. When the GEM control module malfunctioned, the brakes failed, and the 4-wheel drive didn't operate. Also, windshield wipers operated intermittently.

- Mays Landing, NJ, USA

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problem #1

Oct 221999

(reported on)

Mountaineer

  • miles
ABS sensor failed, however system continues to experience failures after replacement of the sensor. Mjs

- Brooksville, FL, USA

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