Mercury Milan Service Brakes Problems
Owners have filed 506 complaints with NHTSA about service brakes problems on the Mercury Milan across 6 model years. The 2008 model year has the most (178). The words owners use most often: “pedal went” (14% of reports).
- 506service brakes complaints
- —median miles at failure
- 38mention a crash
- 9mention an injury
- 1related recalls
- $1,550typical repair cost reported by owners
- 11%of reports with a speed happened at 50+ mph
What owners describe
Phrases that appear unusually often in these complaints compared with complaints about other cars.
- Pedal went: mentioned in 71 of 506 complaints (14%)
- Way floor: mentioned in 51 of 506 complaints (10%)
- Master cylinder: mentioned in 45 of 506 complaints (9%)
- Hydraulic control: mentioned in 40 of 506 complaints (8%)
How much does it cost to fix?
Owners who wrote down what they paid or were quoted put the typical service brakes repair on the Mercury Milan at $1,550, and half of them between $1,350 and $2,100.
Based on 33 NHTSA complaints about this problem alone that state a repair bill or quote (2014–2023), converted to 2026 dollars with the U.S. consumer price index. These are owners' own figures, not a quote: they include dealer quotes, and owners who file complaints often faced larger repairs, so they can run higher than typical shop prices. Prices vary by shop, region and warranty coverage. How we calculate this.
At what mileage do service brakes problems happen?
Based on 425 complaints that reported the odometer reading.
How serious are the reports?
Of 506 complaints, 38 mention a crash, 1 a fire, 9 an injury.
Mercury Milan service brakes complaints by model year
| Model year | Service Brakes complaints | Share of that year | Median miles |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2011 Milan | 10 | 5% | 44,063 |
| 2010 Milan | 93 | 9% | 72,550 |
| 2009 Milan | 99 | 44% | 95,000 |
| 2008 Milan | 178 | 39% | 100,000 |
| 2007 Milan | 113 | 26% | 92,489 |
| 2006 Milan | 13 | 6% | 105,000 |
When owners reported it
Related recalls (1)
Service brakes, hydraulic:antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip:control unit/module
Model years: 2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Problem: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Risk: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
What owners report
Short excerpts of recent complaints, with personal details removed. Full reports are on NHTSA.gov.
The safety recall 19S54 is affecting my vehicle. It was made at the same plant at the approved date range as the other vehicles on the recall list but it seems my vehicle wasnt added to the list because it is a hybrid but it has the same exact issue as the non hybrid models
08 merc milan abs did not work and brakes failed almost causing major accidents. I used e brake to stop. Brakes went to floor. Been calling for and dealerships for recalls I find out now about abs malfunctioning noone will fix or get back to me. Leaking brake fluid all around abs module now…
Whenever the car engine isn't warm and I slam on the brakes, they barely respond. I have replaced the master cylinder, abs hydraulic module, brake booster, calipers, pads, and rotors, and it still has about 20% normal braking power when the engine is cold. Just got it back from the dealership…
My name is [XXX] and I own a 2010 Mercury Milan. I bought it on [XXX] from an 84 year old woman who take good care of it. It had 91,000 miles which were mostly hwy miles. She kept records of all her oil changes. After having it for almost 3 years and keeping up with it myself, on February 27,2024…
Check engine light airbag light brake light on my car they turned them off and they turned on right after
Frequently asked questions
Do all Mercury Milans have service brakes problems?
No. NHTSA has 506 owner complaints about service brakes for the Mercury Milan. Complaint data shows that the problem is reported, not how many of all cars sold are affected.
Was there a recall on the Mercury Milan service brakes?
Yes: 1 safety recall list service brakes. Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether the fix was done on your car.
How much does it cost to fix service brakes problems on the Mercury Milan?
Owners report a typical cost of $1,550 (half paid between $1,350 and $2,100), from 33 complaints that state a repair bill or quote, in 2026 dollars.
What do owners say about service brakes problems on the Mercury Milan?
The most frequent phrase is “pedal went”, in 71 of 506 complaints, followed by “way floor” (51).
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