24 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Posted on: 2015-04-28
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2015 ford fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured february 3, 2012, to march 20, 2015, and 2015 ford edge vehicles manufactured february 26, 2015, to february 28, 2015, and originally sold, or currently registered in, connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin and the district of columbia. In the affected vehicles, snow or water containing road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts.
Consequence
If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist. Loss of power steering assist would require a higher steering effort, especially at lower speeds, which may increase the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply sealer and replace the steering gear motor bolts as required. If one or more of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began on june 24, 2015. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15s14.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Posted on: 2015-04-27
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 lincoln mkz vehicles manufactured february 17, 2014, to march 19, 2015, and equipped with daytime running lights (drl). In the affected vehicles, the parking lights do not reduce their light output from a drl level when used in conjunction with the headlights. As such, the light output may exceed the the permissable amount allowed by federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
If the light output is excessive, oncoming traffic may be temporarily blinded, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will update the lighting control software, free of charge. The recall began on may 8, 2015. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for the recall is 15c02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #3 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 2018-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 lincoln mkz and ford fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Consequence
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s08.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #4 - STEERING:WHEEL AND HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 2018-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 lincoln mkz and ford fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Consequence
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s08.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #5 - STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR
Posted on: 2018-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2018 lincoln mkz and ford fusion vehicles. The steering wheel retaining bolt may loosen allowing the steering wheel to detach while driving.
Consequence
A steering wheel detachment can cause a loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering wheel bolt with a longer bolt, free of charge. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s08.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #6 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Posted on: 2020-04-27
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain replacement headlamps, part number dp5z-13008-t and dp5z-13008-v, sold for use with 2013-2016 lincoln mkz vehicles. The headlamps may have an improper beam pattern and incorrect horizontal adjustment, the side markers may not illuminate and dot markings may be missing. As such, these headlamps fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The incorrect headlamps may reduce the driver's visibility or make the vehicle less visible, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify vehicle manufacturers, and dealers will inspect the headlamps, and replace the headlamps, as necessary, free of charge. Additionally, ford will instruct dealers to return all improper headlamps and not to install them on any vehicles. The recall began june 3, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20c10.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #7 - EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
Posted on: 2020-04-27
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain replacement headlamps, part number dp5z-13008-t and dp5z-13008-v, sold for use with 2013-2016 lincoln mkz vehicles. The headlamps may have an improper beam pattern and incorrect horizontal adjustment, the side markers may not illuminate and dot markings may be missing. As such, these headlamps fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence
The incorrect headlamps may reduce the driver's visibility or make the vehicle less visible, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify vehicle manufacturers, and dealers will inspect the headlamps, and replace the headlamps, as necessary, free of charge. Additionally, ford will instruct dealers to return all improper headlamps and not to install them on any vehicles. The recall began june 3, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20c10.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #8 - STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM
Posted on: 2019-08-29
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2016 ford fusion and lincoln mkz, 2015-2016 ford edge, and 2016 lincoln mkx vehicles originally sold, or currently registered in connecticut, delaware, the district of columbia, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, and wisconsin. Road salt or other contaminants may corrode the electric power steering gear motor attachment bolts.
Consequence
If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the steering gear motor bolts and apply a wax sealer. If any of the steering gear motor attachment bolts are broken or missing, a new steering gear will be installed in the vehicle. These repairs will be performed free of charge. The recall began october 18, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s26.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #9 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Posted on: 2020-03-24
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fiesta, 2014-2016 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles sold, or ever registered in alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, new mexico, nevada, oklahoma, oregon, south carolina, texas, utah, washington, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. Virgin islands. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Consequence
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and ford or lincoln dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge. The recall began september 21, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s15.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #10 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Posted on: 2020-03-24
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fiesta, 2014-2016 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles sold, or ever registered in alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, new mexico, nevada, oklahoma, oregon, south carolina, texas, utah, washington, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. Virgin islands. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Consequence
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and ford or lincoln dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge. The recall began september 21, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s15.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #11 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Posted on: 2020-03-24
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fiesta, 2014-2016 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles sold, or ever registered in alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, new mexico, nevada, oklahoma, oregon, south carolina, texas, utah, washington, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. Virgin islands. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Consequence
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and ford or lincoln dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge. The recall began september 21, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s15.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #12 - LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LATCH
Posted on: 2020-03-24
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fiesta, 2014-2016 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles sold, or ever registered in alabama, arkansas, arizona, california, florida, georgia, hawaii, louisiana, mississippi, new mexico, nevada, oklahoma, oregon, south carolina, texas, utah, washington, puerto rico, american samoa, guam, the northern mariana islands (saipan), and the u.s. Virgin islands. A component within the door latches may break making the doors difficult to latch and/or leading the driver or a passenger to believe a door is securely closed when, in fact, it is not.
Consequence
A door that is not securely latched could open while the vehicle is in motion, increasing the risk of injury to a vehicle occupant.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and ford or lincoln dealers will replace the side door latches, free of charge. The recall began september 21, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s15.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #13 - SEAT BELTS:FRONT
Posted on: 2019-08-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. In the event of a crash, heat from the deployment of a seat belt pretensioner may cause a front seat belt anchor cable to fail.
Consequence
A failed seat belt anchor cable cannot properly restrain the front seat occupants, increasing their risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will apply a protective coating to the seat belt cable, free of charge. The recall began september 9, 2019. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19s25. Note: this recall is an expansion of a recall 16v-875.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #14 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Posted on: 2022-01-14
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fusion, lincoln mkz, and 2015 mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in texas, louisiana, mississippi, alabama, florida, georgia, south carolina, north carolina, virginia and hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Consequence
A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the park position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on march 4, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #15 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Posted on: 2022-01-14
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fusion, lincoln mkz, and 2015 mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in texas, louisiana, mississippi, alabama, florida, georgia, south carolina, north carolina, virginia and hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Consequence
A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the park position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on march 4, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #16 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Posted on: 2022-01-14
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fusion, lincoln mkz, and 2015 mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in texas, louisiana, mississippi, alabama, florida, georgia, south carolina, north carolina, virginia and hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Consequence
A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the park position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on march 4, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #17 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Posted on: 2022-01-14
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fusion, lincoln mkz, and 2015 mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in texas, louisiana, mississippi, alabama, florida, georgia, south carolina, north carolina, virginia and hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Consequence
A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the park position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on march 4, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #18 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Posted on: 2022-01-14
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fusion, lincoln mkz, and 2015 mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in texas, louisiana, mississippi, alabama, florida, georgia, south carolina, north carolina, virginia and hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Consequence
A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the park position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on march 4, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #19 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Posted on: 2022-01-14
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fusion, lincoln mkz, and 2015 mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in texas, louisiana, mississippi, alabama, florida, georgia, south carolina, north carolina, virginia and hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Consequence
A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the park position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on march 4, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #20 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Posted on: 2022-01-14
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2015 fusion, lincoln mkz, and 2015 mustang vehicles originally sold or ever registered, in texas, louisiana, mississippi, alabama, florida, georgia, south carolina, north carolina, virginia and hawaii. Exposure to certain environmental conditions, such as high temperatures, high humidity, and salt air can cause the brake pedal bumper to corrode and separate from the brake pedal.
Consequence
A separated brake pedal bumper can cause the brake lights to illuminate continuously, causing confusion to other drivers and increasing the risk of a crash. On automatic transmission vehicles, a missing brake pedal bumper can allow the driver to shift the vehicle out of the park position without depressing the brake, allowing the vehicle to rollaway, increasing the risk of injury.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the brake pedal bumpers and clutch pedal bumpers, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on march 4, 2022. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22s02.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #21 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed april 17, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once parts are available. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #22 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed april 17, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once parts are available. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #23 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed april 6, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once parts are available. Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by the end of the 3rd quarter 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.
DEFECT #24 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 fusion and lincoln mkz vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Consequence
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed april 6, 2023. Second letters will be mailed once parts are available. Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by the end of the 3rd quarter 2023. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23s12.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.