Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2015 Transit vehicles manufactured April 3
— Recall Campaign #14V482000
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.
The recall was influenced by the manufacturer with about 1,290 units affected.
NHTSA Safety Recall Notice
14V482000
| Manufacturer: | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Recall date: | August 06, 2014 |
| NHTSA Campaign #: | 14V482000 |
| Units affected: | 1,290 |
- Description:
- 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.
- Consequeces:
- 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.
- Corrective action:
- 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.
- 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.