NHTSA Recall 14V482000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V482000; Date: Aug. 6, 2014
A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle. If both of the rear brake junctions leak, there may a complete loss of braking. Either of these scenarios increase the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2015 Ford Transit
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 1,290
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 transit vehicles manufactured April 3, 2014, to may 27, 2014. Brake fluid may leak from the brake hose/caliper junctions at the rear of the vehicle.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the sealing washers on both rear brake caliper to brake hose joints, free of charge. The recall began in August 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14s15.
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), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Aug 27, 2014
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