Defect Description For Recall
Thunderbird Headquarters (Thunderbird Hq) Is Recalling Certain Brake Hoses, Part Numbers 2078/9, 2078A, 2282, B2078Aa, B2078B, B2078C, B2282A, B2282B, And B2282C Sold As Service Parts For Certain Model Year 1955 Through 1966 Ford Thunderbird Vehicles. These Hoses Fail To Conform To The CriMPIng And Diameter Requirement Of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 106, “Brake Hoses.”
Make Of Vehicle
THUNDERBIRD
Model Of Vehicle
BRAKE HOSE
Year
9999
Recall Campaign Number
12E025000
Component Description
Service Brakes, Hydraulic:Foundation Components:Hoses, Lines/Piping, And Fittings
Effect Of Defect
These Issues Can Result In A Brake Fluid Leak And Loss Of Braking Capability, Increasing The Risk Of A Vehicle Crash.
Fix Defect
Thunderbird Hq Will Notify Known Purchasers Of The Subject Brake Hoses And Replace Any Affected Hoses With Compliant Hoses At No Charge To The Owners. The Safety Recall Began On September 22, 2012. Owners May Contact Thunderbird Hq At 1-925-825-9550.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Thunderbird Headquarters
Start Of Manufacture
End Of Manufacture
Type Of Vehicle Recall
E
Number Affected
542
Date Owners Notified
20120822
Initiated By
Ovsc
Responsible Manufacturer
Thunderbird Headquarters
Date Report Received
20120629
Make Campaign Number
Part Number
571
Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard
106