Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #80V134000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 80V134000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 27,000 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC SYSTEM, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
On certain vehicles, the right and left hand rear brake backing plate attachment bolts may not have been tightened to the correct specifications. Backing plate bolts may not be able to withstand the loads experienced during truck shipment. If the bolts loosen from the spindle during operation, backing plate movement may result in weakening or premature wear of one or both rear brake tubes. This could lead to loss of brake fluid.
Corrective Action
Dealer will inspect and tighten the bolts to the proper specifications. Rear brake tubes will be replaced, if necessary, at no charge to owner.