NHTSA recall 14V405000
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Ford F-53 and 1 more
Reported Jul 2, 2014635 vehicles affectedFord Motor CompanyMaker’s number 14S14Built Feb 14, 2014 – Mar 7, 2014
The defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-53 motorhome chassis and F-59 commercial chassis manufactured February 14, 2014, to March 7, 2014. The affected chassis may have incorrectly machined brake calipers that may leak brake fluid.
The risk
Brake caliper leaks will cause longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
The remedy
Ford has notified owners. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14S14.