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Ford Escape, Lincoln MKC Brake Hose Leak Risk

NHTSA campaign 18V104000 · Reported Feb 12, 2018 · Ford Motor Company

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A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. The notice does not tell owners to stop driving.

Key facts

NHTSA campaign number	18V104000
Reported to NHTSA	Feb 12, 2018
Manufacturer	Ford Motor Company
Part affected	Service Brakes, Hydraulic:foundation Components:hoses, Lines/piping, And Fittings
Vehicles covered	2 model/year combinations, model years 2018
Do-not-drive advisory	No
Park-outside advisory	No
Repair	Free at any franchised dealer

What's wrong, in plain English

Some Ford Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles may have the wrong front brake hoses installed. These hoses can rub against other parts of the vehicle. Over time, that rubbing may wear through a hose and cause brake fluid to leak out. Losing brake fluid can make it take longer for the vehicle to stop when the brakes are applied.

What you should do

1. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
2. Contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332; dealers will inspect the brake hoses and replace any that are incorrect.
3. The repair is free.

Where do I find my VIN, and what do I tell the dealer?

Your VIN is the 17-character code on the lower left of the windshield, on your registration and usually on your insurance card. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether this recall is still open on your car. When you call the dealer, say you have an open safety recall and give them NHTSA campaign number 18V104000. More in how recalls work.

Affected vehicles (2)

2018 Ford Escape
2018 Lincoln MKC

Who to contact

Ford — official Ford recall lookup

Customer service: 1-866-436-7332

Lincoln — official Lincoln recall lookup

Customer service: 1-866-436-7332

Any franchised dealer for the brand can do the repair. Phone numbers are taken from manufacturer sites and recent NHTSA notices; if one has changed, the number in your own recall letter is the one to use.

The bigger picture

Ford Hydraulic Brake Recalls Involving Fluid Leaks and Pedals · all 20 Ford recalls in this area
Lincoln hydraulic brake recalls involving fluid leaks and lost assist · all 7 Lincoln recalls in this area

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Official notice

Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
Summary: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Escape and Lincoln MKC vehicles. These vehicles may be equipped with incorrect front brake hoses that may chafe against other components, possibly resulting in a brake fluid leak.
Safety risk: A brake fluid leak may lengthen the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the brake hoses, replacing any that are incorrect, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin March 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S04.

Verify your specific vehicle by VIN at nhtsa.gov. Recall repairs are free of charge by law.