NHTSA recall 18V-389 (18V389000)
service brakes, hydraulic recall reported June 11, 2018 - about 1,474 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 18V389000
- Also written as
- 18V-389
- Manufacturer number
- 18S19
- Reported
- June 11, 2018
- Vehicles affected
- ~1,474
- Component
- service brakes, hydraulic
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 and F-750 trucks. The brake circuit hose assemblies located between the master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit, may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the coupling fittings, or "ferrules," of the hoses. This can lead to premature corrosion, and result in a brake fluid leak.
Why it is dangerous
A brake fluid leak can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake hose assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S19.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 18V-389 when calling a dealer.
Affected 2 models
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.