Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #18V312000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 18V312000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2018 ford ecosport vehicles sold in the united states federal territiories Includes 273 affected units, Incorrect Brake Fluid Cap/FMVSS 135, component: EQUIPMENT, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2018 ford ecosport vehicles sold in the united states federal territiories

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018 ford ecosport vehicles sold in the united states federal territiories. these vehicles were shipped with the european brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the european english language owner's manual kits. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit, free of charge. the recall began on june 21, 2018. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 18c04.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 18V312000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2018-05-14T00:00:00
Subject: Incorrect brake fluid cap/fmvss 135
Component: Equipment
Potentially Affected Units: 273

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 18C04
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2018 ford ecosport vehicles sold in the united states federal territiories. these vehicles were shipped with the european brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the european english language owner's manual kits. as such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard (fmvss) number 135, "light vehicle brake systems."
Consequence Summary: Owners could be confused by the incorrect label on the brake fluid cap, potentially causing them to replace the brake fluid with an incorrect fluid which could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit, free of charge. the recall began on june 21, 2018. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 18c04.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 44.32

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NHTSA ID: 18V312000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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