2014-2017 Ford F-150 Brake Master Cylinder Recall
Ford is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster, which can lead to reduced braking performance and an increased risk of a crash.
Sarah Mitchell2015 Ford F-150
Also applies to
- Ford F-150
- 2014, 2016, 2017
Why this matters
A leaking brake master cylinder poses a significant safety risk. If brake fluid leaks into the brake booster, it can cause a change in brake pedal feel and travel. This condition may require increased effort and distance to stop the vehicle, severely increasing the risk of a crash.
What's being recalled
This recall affects certain 2014-2017 Ford F-150 pickup trucks that are equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The specific component at fault is the brake master cylinder. This recall, identified as a 2015 Ford F-150 recall for many owners, addresses the master cylinder potentially leaking brake fluid into the brake booster.
How to check if your vehicle is affected
Owners of 2014-2017 Ford F-150 trucks with the 3.5L Ecoboost engine should check if their vehicle is included in this 2015 Ford F-150 recall. You can determine if your specific vehicle is affected by contacting Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or by visiting the NHTSA website at www.safercar.gov and entering your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN).
Manufacturer's remedy
Ford will notify owners of affected vehicles. Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it if necessary, all free of charge. Owners received an interim notification on June 30, 2020, and the recall repairs began on October 28, 2020. This remedy addresses the issue of the brake master cylinder leaking brake fluid.
Source: NHTSA Recall ID: 20V332000
Frequently Asked Questions
- What is the problem with the Ford F-150 brake master cylinder?
- The brake master cylinder in affected 2014-2017 Ford F-150 trucks may leak brake fluid into the brake booster, leading to reduced front brake function and increased pedal effort.
- Which Ford F-150 models are affected by this recall?
- This recall (NHTSA ID: 20V332000) specifically affects certain 2014-2017 Ford F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines.
- What are the warning signs of a brake master cylinder leak?
- Owners might notice a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort, or reduced front brake function, which could require greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle.
- How will Ford fix the brake master cylinder issue?
- Ford dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge to the owner. The Ford recall number for this action is 20S31.
- When did the 2015 Ford F-150 recall begin?
- Ford issued an interim notification to owners on June 30, 2020, and the recall remedy program officially began on October 28, 2020.
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