The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·20E069000·Announced 2020-09-23

Ford Recalls Replacement Brake Pedal Brackets Due to Fracture Risk

Ford is recalling certain replacement brake pedal brackets that may fracture during sudden stopping, potentially affecting braking ability and increasing crash risk.

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 (brake pedal bracket fracture) that directly impacts braking ability and increases the risk of a crash, meeting the criteria for a Severe rating.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain replacement Brake Pedal Brackets, specifically part numbers FR53-2455-AA and FR53-2455-AB. The defect involves the brake pedal bracket potentially fracturing during sudden stopping. A broken brake pedal could affect braking ability, which increases the risk of a crash.

Ford will notify the dealers that sold the parts, and those dealers will attempt to notify the owners who purchased them. Dealers will replace the brake pedal bracket assembly free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on November 16, 2020.

Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S55. 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.

The recalled product

Product
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES recall
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Brake System
Hazard
Affected units
62

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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