The problem
Certain continental automotive abs and esc control modules sold for installation on the vehicles listed above. Some of the hydraulic valves in the esc module were built with extra check balls.
The risk
The extra check balls can restrict the flow of brake fluid through the valve and cause reduction of brake force.
The fix
Each vehicle manufacturer will file a defect report and remedy plan for their vehicles which included these modules as original equipment. Vehicles will be repaired at no cost to the owner. Owners can contact either their vehicle manufacturer or continental automotive at 248-393-5300 for further information.
Contacts
Customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.Safercar.Gov.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford, Nissan dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 07E105000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.