Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #08V208000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 08V208000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 605,684 affected units, BRAKE BOOSTER VACUUM SUPPLY TUBE ASSEMBLY, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Ford is recalling 605,684 my 2005-2006 f-150 and lincoln mark lt vehicles equipped with 5.4l 3-valve engines. the brake booster vacuum supply hose attached to the intake manifold fitting may swell over time and lose retention force. this condition could allow the hose to become detached from the fitting during an intake manifold backfire. should the hose detach from the intake manifold, several brake applications with power assist will be available before the vacuum reserve is depleted.
Corrective Action
Dealers will replace a rubber hose on the brake booster vacuum supply tube assembly. the recall began on june 27, 2008. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.