Vehicle recall 05V086000 · March 14, 2005
Ford Crown Victoria and Mercury MARQUIS
On certain passenger vehicles built with electronic traction control, the rear brake line may chafe due to contact between it and a floor pan stiffening rib, and a brake fluid…
Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.
- Summary
- On certain passenger vehicles built with electronic traction control, the rear brake line may chafe due to contact between it and a floor pan stiffening rib, and a brake fluid leak may occur.
- Consequence
- The brake pedal may develop a "spongy" feel and drops of brake fluid may be observed beneath the vehicle. Over time brake performance may be compromised and stopping distances could be extended which could lead to a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the subject vehicles for contact between the brake tube and floor pan stiffening rib. If contact is evident, but no abrasion or leaks exist, the brake tube will be repositioned to preclude further contact and potential abrasion. If indication of abrasion or a leak is evident, dealers will repair the brake line. This campaign began on July 15, 2005. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
- Notes
- Ford campaign no. 04B26.THIS action is deemed a safety improvement campaign and is not being conducted under the safety act.the company has informed NHTSA that it will provide the modifications described above free of charge.
Recall details
- NHTSA campaign
- 05V086000
- Reported to NHTSA
- March 14, 2005
- Filed by
- FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Manufacturer campaign
- 04B26
- Owner notification
- July 15, 2005
- Vehicles potentially affected
- 43,626
- Initiated by
- NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation
- Components
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Vehicles covered
As listed by NHTSA. A recall usually covers only some vehicles of each model and year, often a production date range.
- Ford Crown Victoria (1997): 1997
- Mercury MARQUIS (1997): 1997
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