The problem
The spare tire supplied with the vehicle can contact the brake lines on the rear axle if it is mounted in the underbody spare tire carrier. Such contact could result in fracture of a rear brake line.
The risk
This can result in reduced vehicle brake capability.
The fix
Dealers will install a lower profile mini-spare tire on the existing mini-spare wheel. The new tire will allow the mini-spare to be installed with appropriate clearances in the underbody spare tire carrier.
Contacts
System: equipment; carrier; spare tire.Vehicle description: light duty passenger van.Note: if the vehicle is presented to an authorized dealer on an agreed uponservice date and the remedy is not provided free of charge within a reasonabletime, please contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the nationalhighway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at1-800-424-9393.
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 dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 94V239000.
- 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.