Recall 07V-183: 2007 Ford Crown Victoria, 2007 Ford Grand Marquis

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Apr 26, 2007, covering about 630 vehicles.

NHTSA number
07V-183
Report date
Apr 26, 2007
Vehicles affected
630
Owners notified
Apr 27, 2007

The problem

Certain passenger vehicles equipped with antilock brake systems (Abs) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." the front and rear right side brake lines may be reversed at the ABS hydraulic control unit.

The risk

The brakes may not operate as intended, which could result in a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the brake line connections and the hydraulic control unit and reposition them free of charge. The recallbegan on april 27, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Notes

Ford recall no. 07c16.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.

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Antilock/Traction Control/Electronic Limited Slip › Control Unit/Module
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number07V183000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Crown Victoria2007All years
Ford Grand Marquis2007All years

Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 07V-183?

Certain passenger vehicles equipped with antilock brake systems (Abs) fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 135, "passenger car brake systems." the front and rear right side brake lines may be reversed at the ABS hydraulic control unit.

How is recall 07V-183 fixed?

Dealers will inspect the brake line connections and the hydraulic control unit and reposition them free of charge. The recallbegan on april 27, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.