Industrias Martinrea De Mexico Sa De Cv | NHTSA Recall #18E055000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18E055000 by Industrias Martinrea De Mexico Sa De Cv. Includes 3,931 affected units, Brake Hose Corrosion May Cause Brake Fluid Leak, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Defect Summary

Industrias martinrea de mexico sa de cv (martinrea) has submitted a defect information report based upon decisions made by chrysler (fca us llc) and ford motor company to conduct recalls (numbers 18v277 and 18v389 respectively). the brake circuit hose assemblies located between the master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit, may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the coupling fittings, or "ferrules," of the hoses. this can lead to premature corrosion, and result in a brake fluid leak.

Corrective Action

Martinrea is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. dealers for those manufacturers will replace the brake hoses, free of charge. the recall began july 17, 2018. chrysler owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u41. ford owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 18s19.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18E055000

Manufacturer: Industrias Martinrea De Mexico Sa De Cv

Report Received Date: 2018-07-17T00:00:00

Subject: Brake hose corrosion may cause brake fluid leak

Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Potentially Affected Units: 3,931

Details

MFR Campaign Number: NR (Not Reported)

Recall Type: Equipment

Defect Summary: Industrias martinrea de mexico sa de cv (martinrea) has submitted a defect information report based upon decisions made by chrysler (fca us llc) and ford motor company to conduct recalls (numbers 18v277 and 18v389 respectively). the brake circuit hose assemblies located between the master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit, may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the coupling fittings, or "ferrules," of the hoses. this can lead to premature corrosion, and result in a brake fluid leak.

Consequence Summary: A brake fluid leak can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.

Corrective Action: Martinrea is working with the affected vehicle manufacturers. dealers for those manufacturers will replace the brake hoses, free of charge. the recall began july 17, 2018. chrysler owners may contact chrysler customer service at 1-800-853-1403. chrysler's number for this recall is u41. ford owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 18s19.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No

Do Not Drive: No

Completion Rate: N/A

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NHTSA ID: 18E055000

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