The problem
The involved vehicles were produced with brake push-rod to brake pedal retaining pins which were not heat-treated as specified. This could allow the brake pedal to become disengaged from the push-rod.
The fix
Dealer will replace the suspect brake retaining pin.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: service brakes; hydraulic linkage, pedal.Consequences of defect: disengagement of the brake pedal would result in totalloss of service brakes, which could lead to loss of vehicle control and anaccident.Note: the parking brake will remain operational even if service brakes arelost.
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, Lincoln, Mercury dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 79V117000.
- 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.