Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #80V120000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 80V120000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 10,000 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:LINES:HOSE:NON-METALLIC, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Certain vehicles were equipped with front brake hose assemblies that were incorrectly manufactured by the supplier. These assemblies, both rh and lh, were incorrectly built with the fittings misoriented by 90 degrees. This could cause chafing of the brake hose through contact with the adjacent tire during full turns. Continued chafing could result in a brake fluid leak.
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect both front brake hoses and, if necessary, replace one or both hoses at no charge.