Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Vehicles, The Right And Left Hand Rear Brake Backing Plate Attachment Bolts May Not Have Been Tightened To The Correct Specifications. Backing Plate Bolts May Not Be Able To Withstand The Loads Experienced During Truck Shipment. If The Bolts Loosen From The Spindle During Operation, Backing Plate Movement May Result In Weakening Or Premature Wear Of One Or Both Rear Brake Tubes. This Could Lead To Loss Of Brake Fluid.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
ESCORT
Year
1981
Recall Campaign Number
80V134000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components
Effect Of Defect
Fix Defect
Dealer Will Inspect And Tighten The Bolts To The Proper Specifications. Rear Brake Tubes Will Be Replaced, If Necessary, At No Charge To Owner.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19800801
End Of Manufacture
19801001
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
27000
Date Owners Notified
19801003
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19801003