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Ford F-150 Recall 20V332: Brake Fluid Leak Can Reduce Braking Power

NHTSA campaign 20V332, reported June 8, 2020, 292,311 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

A brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster. A loss of brake fluid can change brake pedal travel and feel, increase the effort needed to press the pedal, and reduce front brake function. That can mean more effort and a longer distance to stop, which raises the risk of a crash.

Ford will notify owners, and authorized dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it if needed, at no cost to you. Ford sent an interim notification to owners on June 30, 2020, and the recall began on October 28, 2020.

If you own one of these trucks, check your VIN for open recalls and contact an authorized Ford dealer to schedule the free repair. You can also call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall 20S31).

Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle

The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 20V332Ford Motor Company
Component
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.
Risk
A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on June 30, 2020. The recall began on October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S31.
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-1502014201520162017