The contact owns a 1997 Ford Crown Victoria that is equipped with a police interceptor. While driving approximately 2-3 mph the brakes failed. She applied pressure to the brakes in order to stop the vehicle but it did not stop. When the vehicle did stop in the middle of the street it had to be pushed onto the side of the road. The vehicle was towed to her residence. The vehicle was taken to a local mechanic who advised her of recall 98I001000, service brakes, hydraulic foundation, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. She called the manufacturer and the dealer who advised her that her vehicle was not part of the recall. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was not drivable. The pre-owned vehicle was purchased in January 2005. The failure and current mileages were approximately 167,000.

- Pahrump, NV, USA

Steel brake line on 1997 Ford Crown Victoria rusted out. Brake fluid leaked out making the brakes inoperative. Had repairs done at local mechanic who said this is a frequent occurrence. This is definitely a safety issue.

- Cherry Hill, NJ, USA

Brake line is not coverer to protect if vehicle is driven on unpaved area.

- Jupiter, FL, USA

Brake cooster failed to assist the hydraulic brake system, and driver was unable to slow down resulting in a rear-ended crash. Driver stated that the pedal was going to the floor.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA

Power assist on the brake system failed while making a "U" turn and braking at 20mph. The pedal almost went to the floor without slowing the vehicle. The vehicle struck a curb and traversed the side walk.

- Los Angeles, CA, USA