NHTSA Recall 14V709000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V709000; Date: Nov. 5, 2014
If the brake lights fail to illuminate, or illuminate after a delay, there is an increased risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2014 Ford F-150
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:pedals And Linkages
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 618
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 f-150 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, to March 13, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a brake pedal position switch that is improperly adjusted. As a result, the brake lights may illuminate with a delay or not at all. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. "
How to Fix:
Ford has notified owners, and dealers will adjust the brake pedal position switch, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14c09. Note: until the vehicle has been remedied, owners are advised not to use their cruise control system.
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: Nov 25, 2014
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