Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
Owner reports
Selected complaints filed with NHTSA by 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis owners, lightly cleaned up (personal details are redacted by NHTSA).
I left the house and at the end of the street the brake pedal went to the floor. I returned home and check the car over and observed a substantial amount of brake fluid leaking in the area in front of the driver's side rear wheel. Upon closer inspection,the fluid was coming from the wheel well where the brake line goes between the frame and the body of the car. I could not see exactly where the leak was coming from or the cause a leak. I made a trip to the dealer twice (in another car). They advised to get the car to the dealer and that the charge would be $84.00 to look at the car and at that time I would get a estimate to repair. I was advised that there was no recall or technical service bulletins for this car. The car remains in the driveway inoperable at this present time.
Rear steel brake lines failed during a hard stop. Both steel lines are rust so bad that it's hard to tell which line failed. The failed section is located about one foot in front of right rear tire. But the rest of the lines appears very rusted. Both steel lines will be replaced. Ford had no repair program for this issue. My 1965 Ford still has the factory lines which are still in great condition.! This 1995 Mercury brake system was flushed every two years. The underside of the car was washed after snow storms to remove salt. Every spring a heavy wash to remove salt, dirt etc. Lines failed from the outside in.
I was backing up at a gas station and the rear tires started to spin and the car made a noise like I ran over a bunch of trash cans. I put the car in drive and it went forward like it was shot out of a cannon. I applied the brakes and the car wouldn't stop. I went over an embankment, and the car went up into the air into a ditch. The airbags deployed and the driver airbag burst open and tore my shirt to shreds.I received multiple contusions on the upper chest, and severe contusions to the left breast. Under my chin I received contusions and burns.
ABS brake system: the two front anti-lock sensor indicators-steel ring attached to the inside of the hubs-rotted out. This created a low votage output and cycled the ABS system increasing stopping distance on dry payment. When removed, the indicators were rotted to the extend that there were holes in the steel. Upon replacement, the ABS system worked as designed. A better material must be used if manufacturers are going to sell cars in areas where road salt is used. My 96 Lincoln town car usually has the same failures.
Dt: the contact owns a 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact stated that when he applied the brakes the pedal went all the way to the floor. The contact stated that the brake fluid leaked from the brake line. A certified mechanic replaced the brake lines on the vehicle. The contact has not contacted the manufacturer. The contact stated at only 38,000 miles, while stopped and making a left turn, the pitman arm came off and caused loss of steering control. A mechanic repaired the pitman arm .
Rear brake line had to be replaced due to spongy brakes and excessive fluid leaking out. Problem caused by floor pan stiffening rib chafing the line. Second problem which has not as yet been corrected is that the headlamps are completely discolored, yellowed making it dangerous to drive at night. To replace headlamps is over $400.00. Last problem is that the exterior clear coat is peeling.
Rear brake lines failed last month and reported. Upon inspection of the front brake lines, the line to the right brake caliper broke by touch. There appears to be a major issue with the material (steel) used. How many other cars have the same rotted brake lines?
Consumer complained about a brake problem. When applying the brakes brake pedal would go completely to the floor. Owner had the vehicle towed to the dealer, and was informed that the brake line completely rusted and there was no brake fluid in the lines.
Brake pedal went to the floor without warning. Red brake caution light was observed only after the failure.there was no braking power. I had to drive home slowly with use of parking brake. I observed a large amount of brake fluid dripping from the area in front of the drivers side rear wheel. With the car jacked up, upon closer inspection, I observed that there was a section of the brake line rusted, corroded and wet from brake fluid. There was a hole in the brake line as it May have rubbed a hole in the brake line due to close contact with the frame. I further observed a small piece of black cloth electrical tape under the affected brake line failure. …
Tl contact owns a 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis. The contact received a recall notice regarding the vehicle speed control. Several dealers have informed him that the parts for the repair are unavailable. He has experienced the following failures with his vehicle: the serpentine belt, brake rotors, front passenger side strut, and odometer. The mileage information and recall number were unknown.
NHTSA investigations
Rear brake line failure
Odi has received 40 complaints alleging rear brake line failure in the subject vehicles, including 8 that have been received this year.an additional 192 reports and 478 warranty claims have been received from Ford.a leak in the rear brake line can cause extended stopping distance.a search of odi's complaint database for peer vehicle complaints, using the same brake line failure criteria as for the subject vehicles…
Rear brake line failure
In a letter dated February 25, 2005, Ford motor company (Ford) notified odi that it would be conducting a customer satisfaction program (Ford no. 04b26) to correct a rear brake line chafing concern in approximately 44,000 model year (my) 1997 Ford crown victoria and grand marquis non-fleet vehicles equipped with electronic traction control that werebuilt after March 19, 1997.these vehicles have an additional rear…
Brake complaints in other Grand Marquis years
Frequently asked questions
How common are brake problems on the 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis?
NHTSA has 30 complaints about the brakes of the 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis, 17% of the model year's 179 complaints. The component named most often is antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (10 mentions).
Is there a recall for 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis brake problems?
No. NHTSA lists no brakes recall for the 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis, though it has 5 recalls for other components. If the problem is widespread, a repair may still be covered by an extended warranty or a manufacturer service bulletin — ask a dealer.
At what mileage do 1995 Mercury Grand Marquis brake problems start?
Half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 70,000 miles, and 13% before 25,000 miles.
Is it dangerous?
Owners linked 2 crashes, 0 fires and 3 injuries to brakes problems on this model year. If you notice symptoms, have the car checked before driving further.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.