Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #85V025000
Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.
Description
Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 85V025000 by Ford Motor Company. Includes 3,508 affected units, BRAKES:HYDRAULIC:MASTER CYLINDER, component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC, and more from the Department of Transportation.
Defect Summary
Brake master cylinders may have improperly anodized internal surfaces causing accelerated wear of a piston seal. consequence of defect: one portion of the split brake system would become ineffective resulting in increased stopping distance which may cause an accident. Driver would be warned by increased pedal travel and the brake warning light.
Corrective Action
Master cylinders built on january 9, 1985 will be replaced.