Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The brake hoses in your Fusion or Lincoln MKZ are the flexible tubes that carry brake fluid to your front wheels. Over time, they can crack and leak brake fluid.
Risk if Unfixed
If the brake hoses rupture, you'll notice your brake pedal feels softer and takes longer to stop the car. This could make it harder to stop in time, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the brake hoses with new ones, at no cost to you. Schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice and they'll take care of it for free.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.
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