CarRecallWatch- Component
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- Problem
- Halcore Group, Inc. (Halcore) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Horton emergency vehicles built on Ford F450, F550, and F600 chassis. The left rear steel brake line can contact the strut mount when the rear suspension is lowered, damaging the brake line.
- Risk
- A damaged line can leak brake fluid, causing a loss of brakes and increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will replace and secure the brake line as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 17, 2024. Owners may contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343.
- 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.nhtsa.gov.
What this recall means for you
On certain emergency vehicles, the left rear steel brake line can contact the strut mount when the rear suspension is lowered. This contact can damage the line.
A damaged brake line can leak brake fluid, which can cause a loss of braking and increase the risk of a crash. Owners should have this addressed promptly.
The repair is free. Take your vehicle to an authorized dealer, where the brake line will be replaced and secured as needed. You can also check your VIN for open recalls and contact Halcore customer service at 1-800-447-0343 with questions.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Horton Ford F-450 | 20232024 |
|---|---|
| Horton Ford F-550 | 20232024 |
| Horton Ford F-600 | 20232024 |