NHTSA Recall # | 149382 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 20V332000 |
MFG Compaign # | 20S31 |
Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
Supplier | FORD |
Brand | FORD |
Model | F-150 |
Model Year | 2014 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONEN |
Date of notification | 28/10/20 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 09/11/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 09/11/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 08/06/20 |
Report created | 09/06/20 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 292311 |
Defect summary | Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 f-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3. 5l ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster. |
Consequence summary | A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on june 30, 2020. The recall began on october 28, 2020. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20s31. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |