NHTSA Recall 99V123000
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V123000; Date: May. 18, 1999
This could result in a loss of brake pressure to the front wheels, increasing the stopping distance.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Ford Explorer; 1999 Mercury Mountaineer
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 15,681
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The right front brake line to the hydraulic control unit (hcu) connection could separate causing the line to leak when the brake pedal is applied.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the flare nut on the brake line.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began may 17, 1999. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: May 17, 1999
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