Defect Description For Recall
Certain Vehicles Were Equipped With Front Brake Hose Assemblies That Were Incorrectly Manufactured By The Supplier. These Assemblies, Both Rh And Lh, Were Incorrectly Built With The Fittings Misoriented By 90 Degrees. This Could Cause Chafing Of The Brake Hose Through Contact With The Adjacent Tire During Full Turns. Continued Chafing Could Result In A Brake Fluid Leak.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
E150
Year
1980
Recall Campaign Number
80V120000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Inspect Both Front Brake Hoses And, If Necessary, Replace One Or Both Hoses At No Charge.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19800501
End Of Manufacture
19800801
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
10000
Date Owners Notified
19801106
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19800919