1990-1993 Ford F-53 recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on September 13, 1993. It covers about 17,400 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 17,400
- reported
- Sep 13, 1993
- owners notified
- Nov 5, 1993
- related complaints
- 5
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Brake lines in the engine compartment are routed too near the left exhaust manifold, causing the brake fluid to overheat.
- Risk
- Brake fluid loses viscosity when it overheats, causingloss of brakes or increased vehicle stopping distance which may result in anaccident.
- Remedy
- Ford will install a heat shield and brake line insulation on engine compartment brake lines.
Recall number 93V146000
Affected vehicles
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 93V146000
Is there a recall on the 1990-1993 Ford F-53 hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 93V146000, reported on September 13, 1993, covers about 17,400 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 93V146000?
Ford will install a heat shield and brake line insulation on engine compartment brake lines.
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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