Recall 93V-146
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1990 to 1993 Ford F-53: Service brakes, hydraulic (foundation components, hoses, lines/piping, and fittings).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 93V-146
- Reported
- September 13, 1993
- Vehicles affected
- 17,400 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Brake lines in the engine compartment are routed too near the left exhaust manifold, causing the brake fluid to overheat.
The risk
Brake fluid loses viscosity when it overheats, causingloss of brakes or increased vehicle stopping distance which may result in anaccident.
The fix
Ford will install a heat shield and brake line insulation on engine compartment brake lines.
Notes from the manufacturer
System: brakes.vehicle description: f super duty motorhome chassis model code f-53.note: if your vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided in a reasonable time and free ofcharge or the remedy does not correct the defect or noncompliance, pleasecontact ford customer service division at 1-[removed]. Also contact thenational highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Ford F-53 1990 to 1993