NHTSA Recall 09V232000
NHTSA Campaign Id 09V232000; Date: Jun. 24, 2009
Delay or loss of brake stoplamp function may increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2009 Ford Expedition; 2009 Ford Navigator
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:switches:brake Light
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 1,357
Recall Summary:
Ford is recalling 1,357 my 2009 expedition and navigator vehicles for failing to comply with the 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 stoplamp illumination when the brake pedal is depressed. In situations of very mild brake application, the brake stoplamps may not illuminate.
How to Fix:
Dealers will adjust the brake stoplamp switch free of charge. The recall began on July 6, 2009. Owners may contact Ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 or www. Ownerconnection. Com.
Recall Notes:
Ford recall no. 09c09. 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 .
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 1, 2009
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