Recall
Ford F-150 — 16V345000
NHTSA ID
16V345000
Make
Ford
Model
F-150
Years Affected
2013
Recall Date
2016-05-24
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FLUID
Units Affected
225,012
Completion Rate
—
Mfr Campaign No.
16S24
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2013-2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured August 1, 2013, to August 31, 2014 equipped with 3.5L engines. The master cylinder rear cup seal may roll, resulting in brake fluid leakage from the primary reservoir into the brake booster.
Consequence
Loss of brake fluid from the primary reservoir results in a complete loss of front brake function, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and, if necessary, the brake booster, free of charge. The recall began on October 28, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S24.