Ford/power brake booster/master cylinder
Defect Summary
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles built with an incorrect power brake booster and master cylinder assembly.
Safety Consequence
If either the master cylinder or power brake booster is subsequently serviced with only one of the correct brake booster or master cylinder parts, brake performance would be reduced.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install the correct contour brake booster and master cylinder in each of these vehicles. Owner notification began january 28, 2002. 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 1-866-436-7332.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 01V045000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 01V045000?
NHTSA recall 01V045000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on February 14, 2001. It addresses: Ford/power brake booster/master cylinder. The recall affects approximately 80 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 01V045000 or the manufacturer campaign number 01S04. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.