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 | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | ||||||||||||||||
| 92V026000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 08/01/1987 to 08/01/1991 | V (Vehicle) | 467000 | 06/10/1992 | ODI | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/03/1992 | 03/11/1992 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | A revised brake lining noise insulator resulted in a decrease in the thermal insulation between the brake lining and the front brake caliper piston. this caused greater heat transfer to the caliper pistons with the potential to overheat the brake fluid and diminish brake effectiveness during severe braking conditions. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Increased stopping distances and inablility to holdvehicles on a steep grade results in increased risk of accident in the event ofa sudden stop or when constant braking is needed to maneuver through areas withsteep grades. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Add snap-in insulators that attach to each of the front brake caliper pistons. in addition, vehicles with 7.5 l engines will have insulation added to the engine compartment brake lines. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | System: brakes; front brake lining.vehicle description: f250 and f350 trucks with 7.3 l diesel and 7.5 l efiengines ; f250 and f350 4x4 models with 5.8 l efi engines.note: ford recommends vehicle operators do not exceed the gcwr and gvwr of theirvehicles, and proper maintenance of the brakes on these vehicles and any trailerparticularly when operating in mountainous areas with long, steep grades. | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||||
| 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 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||||
| 985A29 | 03/18/1998 | 601036 | Some vehicles may exhibit excessive brake pedal travel, irregular front lining wear, and brake pull. *yc | 06/23/1998 | |
| 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 | |
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||||
| 985A38 | 03/18/1998 | 601045 | Front caliper piston boots damaged. *yc | 06/23/1998 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC | ||||||
| PE91077 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/23/1991 | 10/31/1991 | LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES | ||
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
| EA91044 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 10/30/1991 | 10/30/1992 | LOSS OF BRAKE EFFECTIVENES | 92V026000 | |
| There is no summary currently available | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| SERVICE BRAKES, AIR - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 08/23/1995 | 3 | 04/19/1990 | |
| Failure of right front caliper to release properly causes overheating of caliper and pads. this caused steering difficulties, severe vibration in steering wheel, and pulling to the right. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - ANTILOCK | |||
| 08/12/2005 | 69000 | 8 | 03/15/1990 |
| Dt nhtsa recall 92v026000 was issued. however, this vehicle was not included in the recall due to vin. my brakes failed. the dealer has not looked at the vehicle because they would charge the consumer for the repairs. contacted ford, they gave the run around. there was no warning before the brakes went out. the brake fluid was over heating. the brake pedal went down to the floor. had to use emergency brake, and the brakes on the boat that i was towing. this happened on friday august 12, 2005. *ak | |||
| 06/28/1999 | 05/20/1990 | ||
| Vehicle repaired twice under recall #92v026000. the left front wheel would lock up when brakes applied / pull into another lane when this happens. took vehicle back to dealer who refused repairs due vehicle being out of warranty. *yc | |||
| 07/25/1992 | |||
| Left front wheels would grab & lock up when brakes were applied. happened only after the brakes had been repaired under a recall. took to dealer to correct & mechanic refused to do the work. recall 92v026000. *ak | |||
| 1 | |||
| Both rear axle seals replaced due to improper braking while driving down mountainous road within 20 mph. not sure if truck is equipped w/rear abs brakes. *ak | |||
| 07/15/1992 | |||
| Poor abs brake performance, the pedal goes to floor, and complete brake failure is experienced. *ak | |||
| 07/15/1992 | |||
| Abs: brakes have gone out 3 times within 3 years; manufacturer's recall #95444; replaced electronic brake valve assembly; complete brake failure. *ak | |||
| Abs braking system problems. please describe. tt | |||
| 12/05/1995 | |||
| The abs brakes lock up and caused skidding. please describe. tt | |||
| 10/01/1993 | 2 | 09/01/1990 | |
| While driving, down steep grade, experienced brake failure, when pedal goes to floor, and to stop had to use emergency brake, no prior warning. tt *jb | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS | |||
| 11/01/1993 | 2 | 08/01/1990 | |
| 92v026000/ 92s44, brakes; the dealer kept the vehicle several days, and also kept the recall notice did not complete or remedy the problem of the recall. when the truck is returned, hard to obtain appointments for service. *ak *slc | |||
| 05/01/1991 | 14 | 08/01/1990 | |
| While driving vehicle the brakes sometimes go out, pedal goes all the way to the floor and feels the brakes loose. *ak although the manufacturer acknowledged the problem with the brake system, there were no recall notice issued. the consumer replaces the brakes caliper and rotors every 2000-7000 miles. *yh | |||
| 02/01/1996 | 1 | ||
| Brakes failed. | |||
| 07/27/1995 | 7 | ||
| Brake failure. *ak | |||
| 10/01/1993 | 2 | 09/01/1990 | |
| While driving, down steep grade, experienced brake failure, when pedal goes to floor, and to stop had to use emergency brake, no prior warning. tt *jb | |||
| 07/02/1990 | 7 | ||
| When pulling trailer brakes give out and resulting in brake lost, replace modulater valve under the emergency brake. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DISC - CALIPER | |||
| 1 | 10/23/1994 | ||
| Brakes fade, due to caliper piston. the pistons have been recalled for a number of vehicles, to be replaced by phenolic pistons, however the consumer's vehicle does not fit within the criteria of qualified recall vehicles. | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM | |||
| 08/08/1991 | |||
| The rear axle seals allow the lubricant to leak onto the brakes and the rear brakes does not work properly. the seals were replaced (4) times within 70,000 miles in a (5) year period. *ak | |||
| 09/19/1995 | |||
| Rear brake system malfunction, rear brakes have stopped working. tt | |||
| 11/09/1994 | |||
| Rear brake seal went out, resulting in oil leak and brake lost. tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - DRUM - SHOES/LININGS | |||
| After having recall work done, the vehicle rear brakes have failed completely and only the front brakes work when applying the brakes. recall#92v026000. *ak | |||
| 06/01/1994 | |||
| Vehicle involved in recall 92v026000, overheating of brake system, dealer made repairs on 6/94, but overheating continues to occur while braking. tt | |||
| 06/27/1994 | 7 | ||
| Front brake lining malfunctioned, causing brake failure/extended stopping distance, once resulting in an accident prior to recall (92v-026). *ak | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS | |||
| 5 | |||
| Equipped with towing package axle seal failed, and leaked oil onto brake line ,causing failure of brakes. 2. light switch shorted out, burning all wires, and causing fire hazard.*ak | |||
| 11/10/1995 | 3 | 01/18/1991 | |
| During operation with the cruise control on, there was a sudden acceleration from 70 mph to 90 mph. had to turn ignition off in order to stop vehicle. problem has occurred 3x.*ak cruise control would not disengage. dealer replaced map sensor due to rough shift in transmission, passing gear sticks, transmission vibrates going into gear, housing seal and speed sensor replaced. popping noise in right front caused by tire wear(no specific tire information). brake hose was cut. fuel pump runs constantly, dealer replaced fuel pump relay. shocks failed. *slc | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - FOUNDATION COMPONENTS - MASTER CYLINDER | |||
| 06/08/1996 | |||
| While driving vehicle's braking became inoperative with pedal going to floor while hauling horses on a fifth wheel due to defective master cylinder design. *ak | |||
| 08/22/1995 | |||
| While driving experienced total brake failure, replaced master cylinder. tt | |||
| The master cylinder was replaced the brakes go to the floor . tt | |||
| SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC - POWER ASSIST - VACUUM | |||
| Power brakes are lost intermittently, cause is unknown. *ak | |||