Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
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| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 96I002000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 11/01/1991 to 12/01/1992 | I | 17600 | 07/17/1996 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/13/1996 | 03/27/1996 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | ||||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect the rear brake lines, and if necessary, replace a section of the rear brake lines if it is leaking. also the rubber shield on the line will be inspected to verify that it is properly located and it will be secured with an additional worm-drive type clamp. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; hydraulic; lines; hose; non-metallic. vehicle description: non-abs equipped police vehicles. description of problem: this is not a safety recall in accordance with federal regulation 573. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. the rear brake line can come into contact with a body weld flange at the lower dash panel during pursuit or slalom type police maneuvers.consequence of problem: this condition can wear a small hole in the brake linecausing gradual brake fluid leakage eventually resulting in the loss of therear service brakes.note: ford has decided to conduct a safety improvement service campaign toinspect the brake lines on these police vehicles. owners can contact fordat 1-800-392-3673. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 9845 | 03/02/1998 | 601264 | Availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *yc | 07/15/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 985A6 | 03/18/1998 | 601004 | Some vehicles may cycle when brakes are applied on rough roads or on an incline while making a sharp turn. *yc | 12/14/2000 | |
| 95212 | 10/01/1995 | 46478 | The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable because it may be incompatible with the rubber material used in the disc brake system. if petroleum-based grease is used to lubricate any par | 04/25/1996 | |
| 94251 | 01/01/1994 | 39719 | Brakes - antilock- brake pedal has slip/stick condition after application. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| 94251 | 12/01/1994 | 38053 | Anti-lock brakes - brake pedal has slip/stick condition after application - noise/vibration on slow apply and release. *tw | 02/07/1995 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK - ABS WARNING LIGHT | |||||
| 99910 | 05/17/1999 | 606432 | Addressing concerns with the brake lamp inadvertently disabling the brake shift interlock on police vehicles. *tt | 08/20/1999 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 99194 | 09/20/1999 | 6090082 | Information for servicing and diagnosing brake vibration, brake inspection, and brake friction material replacement. *tt | 03/06/2000 | |
| 985A11 | 03/18/1998 | 601009 | Service tip information regarding elimination of sanding rotors and drums. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| 96222 | 10/21/1996 | 50941 | Brakes - elimination of sanding rotors and drums - service tip. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||||
| 985A13 | 03/18/1998 | 601012 | The use of petroleum-based grease as a lubricant in servicing disc brakes is no longer acceptable. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| BC3032950401 | 04/01/1995 | 3012100 | Unknown | 11/01/1995 | |
| 9562 | 03/01/1995 | 39900 | Roughness concern during brake application. *tw | 11/01/1995 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||||
| 9814 | 01/19/1998 | 605562 | Subject regarding the availability of hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment. *tt | 07/09/1999 | |
| 985A5 | 03/18/1998 | 601003 | Hub-mount brake rotor machining equipment from rotunda is now approved for warranty and service use. *yc | 06/17/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - PEDALS AND LINKAGES | |||||
| 985A7 | 03/18/1998 | 601005 | Service brake pedal may have a slip / stick condition when the brake is applied. *tt | 06/17/1998 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - SWITCHES - BRAKE LIGHT | |||||
| 02176 | 09/02/2002 | 10008580 | Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj | 08/05/2004 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| PE94073 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/04/1994 | 12/28/1994 | BRAKE LINE PUNCTURES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | |||
| 07/14/1997 | 4 | 10/01/1993 | |
| Vehicle does not start up right away. took vehicle to dealer. was informed that the ignition switch wires had to be replaced due to being burned in & around the column. the heater wires had burned also. the seat anchor bolts had came out of the front seat. plugs, wires, and brakes had to be replaced. *ak *ml | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 11/21/2005 | 114800 | 1 | 04/15/1995 |
| 1993 ford crown victoria, i've owned this car for 8 years,the abs pump and hcu failed, parts which are suppose to be durable and are very expensive, i have 114811 miles on this car and it is in immaculate condition inside and out, i would like to know is this car safe to drive until repairs are made,this condition was diagnosed and found by a ford dealer. *nm | |||
| 10/21/2001 | 5 | 05/01/2001 | |
| No summary listed for abover vehicle. *ak | |||
| 1 | 08/23/1995 | ||
| The anti-lock brake cylinder on the driver's side and rear passenger side have both gone out, the brakes attempt to lock at times when the vehicle is being driven. *slc | |||
| 12/24/1999 | |||
| Abs braking system malfunctioned, causing steering to lock up and no braking ability, which may have caused a crash. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 07/12/1998 | |||
| When the brakes were applied during a panic stop the brake pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, and blowing the vacuum on the master cylinder. vehicle is being repaired by dealer. *ak | |||
| 1 | 11/18/1997 | ||
| Anti lock brake relay failed. | |||
| 03/13/1996 | 3 | ||
| Antilock braking system failed. *sd | |||
| 1 | |||
| In wet or dry weather the abs locked up . tt problems with the abs system strted at the time of purchase, consumer had the vehicle serviced numerous times, and most of the componets were replaced, including the disc pads brake lines and computer, it seemed that the problem was resolved but has reoccured intermittenly since then,the brakes lock when comsing to a stop causing the vehicle to skid, when resuming travel the brakes do not always release, the brakes occassionally engage while driving.*jb | |||
| 05/18/1995 | |||
| Abs, brake failure , replacement of disc rotors and pads, calipers in front and rear. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 3 | ||
| Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. dealer replaced brake calipers and front disc rotors 3 times. also, wiring harness in the steering column burned out(ignition), causing a fire. in addition, bolt that holds driver's seat to the floor came out which could cause the driver's seat to move unexpectedly. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 05/01/1996 | 1 | 02/01/1993 | |
| Brake rotor discovered to have a deep grove due to some defect in the brake system. mjs | |||
| 1 | |||
| In wet or dry weather the abs locked up . tt problems with the abs system strted at the time of purchase, consumer had the vehicle serviced numerous times, and most of the componets were replaced, including the disc pads brake lines and computer, it seemed that the problem was resolved but has reoccured intermittenly since then,the brakes lock when comsing to a stop causing the vehicle to skid, when resuming travel the brakes do not always release, the brakes occassionally engage while driving.*jb | |||
| While driving rainy weather, lost all vehicle power; brake pedal went to floor; vehicle jerked; no emergency brake, shifted gears, no response. tt | |||
| The brakes grind and are very noisy. please describe. *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC | |||
| 06/01/1999 | 3 | ||
| Braking system malfunctioned, causing extended stopping distance which may result in a crash. dealer replaced brake calipers and front disc rotors 3 times. also, wiring harness in the steering column burned out(ignition), causing a fire. in addition, bolt that holds driver's seat to the floor came out which could cause the driver's seat to move unexpectedly. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 08/27/1999 | 06/15/1993 | ||
| While driving on the highway oil light came on. vehicle made unusuall noises, and didn't want to move. had the vehicle towed to the dealer. oil pump failed to distribute oil in the engine. also, dealer cleaned and repaired oil filter, and replaced front brake rotors and pads. *ak | |||
| 03/14/1995 | |||
| Rear disc brakes failure, brakes dont work. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| Brake pins continuously corrode and bind. tt | |||
| 05/18/1995 | |||
| Abs, brake failure , replacement of disc rotors and pads, calipers in front and rear. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - PADS | |||
| 05/18/1995 | |||
| Abs, brake failure , replacement of disc rotors and pads, calipers in front and rear. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - ROTOR | |||
| 03/28/1996 | 8 | ||
| Brake rotors warped, causing vibration when brakes applied.*sd | |||
| 05/18/1995 | |||
| Abs, brake failure , replacement of disc rotors and pads, calipers in front and rear. tt | |||
| 11/22/1994 | 1 | ||
| Defective brake rotors caused vehicle to vibrate when braking. *skd | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 06/28/2006 | 107113 | 1 | 01/01/2003 |
| Dt*: the contact stated brake fluid leaked out of the rear brake line causing the brakes to become inoperative. when the brake pedal was depressed, the pedal went all the way to the floor. there is an nhtsa recall, # 96i002000, regarding the service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings. the vin was not included in the recall. updated 7/14/2006 - the horn pad became stuck. the dealerthe left side horn button. *nm updated 03/26/07.*jb | |||
| 04/19/2005 | 69000 | 2 | 09/01/1995 |
| While driving at approximately 40 mph, the driver applied the brakes and the pedal went to the floor, and heard a popping sound. the brake line ruptured and fluid had leaked everywhere. the owner took the vehicle to an independent mechanic, and was informed that they see quite a bit of these ford vehicles with the same defect. *ak *sc *jb | |||
| 04/23/1995 | 3 | ||
| Brake line rubbing against frame, causing brake line failure. *skd | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 07/12/1998 | |||
| When the brakes were applied during a panic stop the brake pedal went to the floor, resulting in extended stopping distance, and blowing the vacuum on the master cylinder. vehicle is being repaired by dealer. *ak | |||
| 1 | 11/18/1997 | ||
| Clip broke on the master cylinder reservoir. | |||
| 08/29/1995 | 9 | ||
| Master cylinder installed, the next day after approximately 30 miles of driving the brakes failed/smoke and fire was observed after getting out of the car. *sd referenced in ea02-025 | |||
| 09/06/1995 | |||
| Engine compartment fire, spread to the passenger compartment, master cylinder probably caused fire, experienced brake failure before fire. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST | |||
| 09/14/1999 | 1 | 09/01/1992 | |
| Transmission and brake failure/lock-up on a vehicle that has been babyed and meticulously maintained is outrageous. i cannot get ford motor co. to return my calls. i can only imaginr what kind of horrific accident would have occurred if we had been driving at highway speeds. dealer's shop also had a 95, 97, & 98 crown vics. w/ transmission failure. i suspect ford is trying to cover up a defect. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||
| 1 | |||
| Power booster failed, causing brakes to fade. | |||