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Ford Fusion Recall 19V904: Brake Valves May Fail to Close, Increasing Stopping Distance

NHTSA campaign 19V904, reported December 18, 2019, 600,166 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

The anti-lock brake system's hydraulic control unit valves can react with brake fluids that contain certain corrosion-preventive additives. This reaction can keep the valves from closing properly.

If the valves do not close properly, more brake pedal travel may be needed to stop the vehicle, which increases the risk of a crash. Ford will notify owners. Authorized dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid, install a new brake fluid reservoir cap, and test the hydraulic control unit for a possibly stuck valve, replacing it if needed. All of this work is free of charge.

Owners can contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, referencing recall 19S54, and should check their VIN for open recalls.

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 19V904Ford Motor Company
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Risk
If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
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 Fusion20062007200820092010
Lincoln MKZ20062007200820092010
Lincoln Zephyr20062007200820092010
Mercury Milan20062007200820092010