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Ford F-53 Recall 17V768: Brake Fluid Leak Could Lengthen Stopping Distance

NHTSA campaign 17V768, reported November 29, 2017, 390 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Certain 2017 stripped chassis vehicles may have missing valve block ball plugs in the brake hydraulic control unit, which controls the antilock brake system. This can cause a brake fluid leak or air to enter the system during antilock or electronic brake distribution operation.

A brake fluid leak or air in the system can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash. If you own or drive one of these vehicles, pay attention to any changes in how your brakes feel or perform.

The repair is free. Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the hydraulic control unit for missing valve block ball plugs and replace it if necessary at no charge. To check whether your vehicle is affected, look up your VIN for open recalls, or contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 17S41).

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 17V768Ford Motor Company
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 F-53 stripped motorhome chassis and F-59 stripped commercial chassis, equipped with Antilock Brake Systems (ABS). The brake Hydraulic Electronic Control Units (HECU) on these vehicles may be missing valve block ball plugs, potentially causing a brake fluid leak or air ingestion during electronic brake distribution and/or ABS activation.
Risk
A brake fluid leak or air ingestion can lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the HECU for missing valve block ball plugs, replacing the unit as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin January 22, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 17S41.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Affected vehicles

Ford F-532017
Ford F-592017