NHTSA Recall 93V146000
NHTSA Campaign Id 93V146000; Date: Sep. 13, 1993
Brake fluid loses viscosity when it overheats, causingloss of brakes or increased vehicle stopping distance which may result in anaccident.
Recalled Vehicles:
1989 Ford F53; 1990 Ford F53; 1991 Ford F53; 1992 Ford F53; 1993 Ford F53
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 17,400
Recall Summary:
Brake lines in the engine compartment are routed too near the left exhaust manifold, causing the brake fluid to overheat.
How to Fix:
Ford will install a heat shield and brake line insulation on engine compartment brake lines.
Recall Notes:
System: brakes. Vehicle description: f super duty motorhome chassis model code f-53. Note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided in a reasonable time and free ofcharge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact Ford customer service division at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Nov 5, 1993
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