Defect Description For Recall
A Revised Brake Lining Noise Insulator Resulted In A Decrease In The Thermal Insulation Between The Brake Lining And The Front Brake Caliper Piston. This Caused Greater Heat Transfer To The Caliper Pistons With The Potential To Overheat The Brake Fluid And Diminish Brake EffeCTIveness During Severe Braking Conditions.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
F-250
Year
1991
Recall Campaign Number
92V026000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Drum:Shoes/Linings
Effect Of Defect
Increased Stopping Distances And Inablility To HoLDVehicles On A Steep Grade Results In Increased Risk Of Accident In The Event Ofa Sudden Stop Or When Constant Braking Is Needed To Maneuver Through Areas Withsteep Grades.
Fix Defect
Add Snap-In Insulators That Attach To Each Of The Front Brake Caliper Pistons. In Addition, Vehicles With 7.5 L Engines Will Have Insulation Added To The Engine Compartment Brake Lines.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
19870801
End Of Manufacture
19910801
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
467000
Date Owners Notified
19920610
Initiated By
Odi
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
19920303