The Recall Desk
HighNHTSA·18V312000·Announced 2018-05-14

Ford Recalls 2018 Ecosport for Incorrect Brake Fluid Cap Labeling

Ford is recalling 2018 Ecosport vehicles because they have European brake cap labels and manuals, which may confuse owners and affect brake performance.

What this means for you

Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a risk-of-harm product where incorrect brake fluid usage could increase the risk of a crash, but no injuries or fatalities have been reported.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicles sold in the United States Federal Territories. These vehicles were shipped with the European brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the European English language owner's manual kits. As a result, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

The incorrect labeling could confuse owners, potentially causing them to replace the brake fluid with an incorrect fluid. This error could affect brake performance and increase the risk of a crash.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2018. 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
FORD ECOSPORT
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
Affected units
273

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 (1)

  • ECOSPORT

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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