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2009 Ford F-150 recall: switch

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on May 5, 2009. It covers about 8,735 vehicles.

vehicles affected
8,735
reported
May 5, 2009
owners notified
May 13, 2009
related complaints
13

Exterior lighting: brake lights: switch

What is wrong
Ford is recalling 8,735 my 2009 f-150 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the brake stop lamp switch may be improperly adjusted. This may result in a delay in brake stop lamp illumination when the brake pedal is depressed. In situations of very mild brake application, the brake stop lamps may not illuminate.
Risk
Delay or loss of brake stop lamp function may increase the risk of an accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and have the brake stop lamp switch removed and reinstalled which will provide proper adjustment. The remedy will be performed free of charge. The recall began on may 13, 2009. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1‑866‑436‑7332 or through the internet at www.ownerconnection.com.

Recall number 09V150000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 13 complaints about lights problems.

2009 Ford F-150

Questions about recall 09V150000

Is there a recall on the 2009 Ford F-150 switch?

Yes. Recall 09V150000, reported on May 5, 2009, covers about 8,735 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 09V150000?

Dealers will inspect and have the brake stop lamp switch removed and reinstalled which will provide proper adjustment. The remedy will be performed free of charge. The recall began on may 13, 2009. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1‑866‑436‑7332 or through the internet at www.ownerconnection.com.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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