NHTSA Recall # | 140198 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 18V104000 |
MFG Compaign # | 18S04 |
Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
Supplier | LINCOLN |
Brand | LINCOLN |
Model | MKC |
Model Year | 2018 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONEN |
Date of notification | 14/03/18 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 29/10/17 |
End date of manufacturing | 29/10/17 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 12/02/18 |
Report created | 15/02/18 |
Regulation part number | |
FMV safety standard number | |
Estimated number of affected units | 88 |
Defect summary | Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018 ford escape and lincoln mkc vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with incorrect front brake hoses that may chafe against other components, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak. |
Consequence summary | A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. |
Corrective action | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses, replacing any that are incorrect, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin march 2018. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18s04. |
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). |