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Lincoln Aviator Recall 21V014: Washer Fluid Contaminated With Brake Fluid Can Block Vision

NHTSA campaign 21V014, reported January 15, 2021, 283 vehicles potentially affected.

What this recall means for you

Some of these vehicles contain windshield washer fluid that was contaminated with brake fluid. The washer system therefore does not meet the federal windshield wiping and washing standard, and a contaminated system can reduce the driver's ability to clear the windshield, which increases the risk of a crash.

Ford will notify owners. Authorized dealers will flush the washer system, replace the washer bottle neck, washer pump assembly, fluid level sensor, and the front and rear wiper blades, and inspect and repair the paint and exterior components if they are affected. All of this work is free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2021.

If you own one of these vehicles, contact an authorized Ford or Lincoln dealer to schedule the repair, or call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (Ford recall number 21C01). You can also check your VIN for open recalls.

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The repair is normally free at an authorized dealer.

Official recall notice

Safety recall 21V014Ford Motor Company
Component
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER
Problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 Ford Explorer Police Interceptor Utility and 2020 Lincoln Aviator vehicles. The affected vehicles contain windshield washer fluid that was contaminated with brake fluid. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "Windshield Wiping and Washing Systems."
Risk
A washer system contaminated with brake fluid can reduce the driver's ability to clear windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush out the washer system, replacing the washer bottle neck, washer pump assembly, fluid level sensor and the front and rear wiper blades. Dealers will also inspect and repair the vehicle's paint and exterior components if affected, free of charge. The recall began March 2, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C01.
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 Explorer Police Intercept2020
Lincoln Aviator2020