1999 Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer recall: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on May 18, 1999. It covers about 15,681 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 15,681
- reported
- May 18, 1999
- owners notified
- May 17, 1999
- related complaints
- 78
Service brakes, hydraulic: foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- What is wrong
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The right front brake line to the hydraulic control unit (hcu) connection could separate causing the line to leak when the brake pedal is applied.
- Risk
- This could result in a loss of brake pressure to the front wheels, increasing the stopping distance.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace the flare nut on the brake line.
Recall number 99V123000
Affected vehicles
- Ford Explorer 1999 1999
- Mercury Mountaineer 1999 1999
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 78 complaints about brakes problems.
Questions about recall 99V123000
Is there a recall on the 1999 Ford Explorer and Mercury Mountaineer hoses, lines/piping, and fittings?
Yes. Recall 99V123000, reported on May 18, 1999, covers about 15,681 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 99V123000?
Dealers will replace the flare nut on the brake line.
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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