Ford Recalls 2014 F-53 and F-59 Chassis for Brake Caliper Defect
Ford is recalling 2014 F-53 and F-59 chassis because incorrectly machined brake calipers may leak fluid, increasing stopping distances and crash risk.
What this means for you
Illness, injury, or structural failure has been reported. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect in the braking system that increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.
Plain-English summary
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2014 F-53 motorhome chassis and F-59 commercial chassis. The affected vehicles were manufactured between February 14, 2014, and March 7, 2014. The recall involves a defect in the service brakes where the hydraulic foundation components, specifically the disc calipers, may have been incorrectly machined.
This defect may cause the brake calipers to leak brake fluid. If a leak occurs, it will result in longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distances, which increases the risk of a crash. Ford has notified owners of the issue.
Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the affected brake calipers free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673 for more information. Ford's number for this recall is 14S14. Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 or visit www.safercar.gov.
The recalled product
- Product
- FORD F-59, F-53
- Brand
- FORD
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Chassis
- Hazard
- Affected units
- 635
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (2)
- F-59
- F-53
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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