NHTSA recall 14V-405 (14V405000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported July 2, 2014 - about 635 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 14V405000
- Also written as
- 14V-405
- Manufacturer number
- 14S14
- Reported
- July 2, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- ~635
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
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.
Why it is dangerous
Brake caliper leaks will cause longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
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.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 14V-405 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.