Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #02V101000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 02V101000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 250,283 affected units, FORD/BRAKE LINES, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

On certain minivans originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. during assembly, some brake lines were installed in a twisted position, causing contact with the dash panel insulator above the catalytic converter. this contact could abrade the brake line corrosion protection, consequently, salt or water absorbed in the dash panel insulator would promote corrosion. this corrosion could ultimately lead to a leak in the brake line.

Corrective Action

Dealers will inspect the brake line for corrosion and clearance conditions. a brake line that is not corroded will be repositioned. a brake line that is corroded or leaking will be replaced with a nylon coated brake line and secured using three retaining clips to assure clearance from the insulator. owner notification began may 10, 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.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 02V101000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2002-04-04T00:00:00
Subject: Ford/brake lines
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 250,283

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 02S36
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: On certain minivans originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia. during assembly, some brake lines were installed in a twisted position, causing contact with the dash panel insulator above the catalytic converter. this contact could abrade the brake line corrosion protection, consequently, salt or water absorbed in the dash panel insulator would promote corrosion. this corrosion could ultimately lead to a leak in the brake line.
Consequence Summary: Leakage of brake fluid will result in brake light activation. extended stopping distance could also result, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Dealers will inspect the brake line for corrosion and clearance conditions. a brake line that is not corroded will be repositioned. a brake line that is corroded or leaking will be replaced with a nylon coated brake line and secured using three retaining clips to assure clearance from the insulator. owner notification began may 10, 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.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: N/A

Metadata

SID: row-jvpg.wfks-8227
NHTSA ID: 02V101000
Position: N/A
Created At: 1742808662
Created Meta: N/A
Updated At: 1742808662
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