Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #19V904000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 19V904000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2006-2010 ford fusion, mercury milan, lincoln zephyr and mkz vehicles Includes 600,166 affected units, ABS Valve May Remain Open after ABS Event, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

2006-2010 ford fusion, mercury milan, lincoln zephyr and mkz vehicles

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 ford fusion, mercury milan, lincoln zephyr and mkz vehicles. the valves within the abs hydraulic control units (hcu) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. this reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with dot 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. in addition, the hcu will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the hcu as necessary. all services will be performed free of charge. the recall began april 1, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 19s54.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 19V904000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2019-12-18T00:00:00
Subject: Abs valve may remain open after abs event
Component: Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Potentially Affected Units: 600,166

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 19S54
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 ford fusion, mercury milan, lincoln zephyr and mkz vehicles. the valves within the abs hydraulic control units (hcu) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. this reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Consequence Summary: If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with dot 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. in addition, the hcu will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the hcu as necessary. all services will be performed free of charge. the recall began april 1, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 19s54.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 29.26

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NHTSA ID: 19V904000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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