Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #20V469000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 20V469000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting 2015-2018 ford edge and 2016-2018 lincoln mkx vehicles Includes 488,594 affected units, Front Brake Hoses Could Rupture, component: SERVICE BRAKES, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

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2015-2018 ford edge and 2016-2018 lincoln mkx vehicles

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford edge and 2016-2018 lincoln mkx vehicles. the front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. parts are not currently available. an interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed september 21, 2020. a second letter will be sent once parts are available, which is expected to begin april 15, 2021. owner notification letters were mailed on may 13, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s42.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 20V469000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2020-08-11T00:00:00
Subject: Front brake hoses could rupture
Component: Service Brakes
Potentially Affected Units: 488,594

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 20S42
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2015-2018 ford edge and 2016-2018 lincoln mkx vehicles. the front brake hoses may rupture prematurely.
Consequence Summary: A ruptured front brake hose will cause a brake fluid leak, lengthening the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front brake hoses with the new hoses that have a revised braid material, free of charge. parts are not currently available. an interim letter notifying owners of the safety risk was mailed september 21, 2020. a second letter will be sent once parts are available, which is expected to begin april 15, 2021. owner notification letters were mailed on may 13, 2021. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 20s42.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 74.22

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NHTSA ID: 20V469000
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Created At: 1742808662
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Updated At: 1742808662
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