NHTSA Recall # | 86624 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 09V150000 |
MFG Compaign # | 09C07 |
Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
Supplier | FORD |
Brand | FORD |
Model | F-150 |
Model Year | 2009 |
Component | EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH |
Date of notification | 13/05/09 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 19/03/09 |
End date of manufacturing | 07/04/09 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 05/05/09 |
Report created | 04/05/09 |
Regulation part number | 571 |
FMV safety standard number | 108 |
Estimated number of affected units | 8735 |
Defect summary | Ford is recalling 8,735 my 2009 f-150 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the brake stop lamp switch may be improperly adjusted. This may result in a delay in brake stop lamp illumination when the brake pedal is depressed. In situations of very mild brake application, the brake stop lamps may not illuminate. |
Consequence summary | Delay or loss of brake stop lamp function may increase the risk of an accident. |
Corrective action | Dealers will inspect and have the brake stop lamp switch removed and reinstalled which will provide proper adjustment. The remedy will be performed free of charge. The recall began on may 13, 2009. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 or through the internet at www. Ownerconnection. Com. |
Recall notes | Ford recall no. 09c07. Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www. Safercar. Gov . |