The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·18V104000·Announced 2018-02-12

Ford Recalls 2018 Escape and Lincoln MKC for Brake Hose Defect

Ford is recalling 2018 Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles because incorrect front brake hoses may chafe and leak fluid, increasing stopping distance.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. 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 2018 Ford Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with incorrect front brake hoses that can chafe against other components, potentially resulting in a brake fluid leak.

A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The recall is expected to begin in March 2018.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses, replacing any that are incorrect, free of charge. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
LINCOLN, FORD MKC, ESCAPE
Brand
LINCOLN
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Braking System
Hazard
Affected units
88

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)

  • MKC
  • ESCAPE

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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