The recall covers Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ sedans.The defect affects how quickly a car decelerates while braking, according to NHTSA.
Owners of the affected vehicles are to be notified by mail from mid-to-late April and instructed to find a Ford or Lincoln dealer for repairs, according to NHTSA.
The agency stated that the problem stems from “suspect” front brake jounce hoses, which are the rubber hoses that connect the metal brake line to the brake caliper. They can bend over time, which poses the risk of rupturing and leaking braking fluid, according to NHTSA. When this happens, drivers may notice a change in how a braking system feels. A brake fluid warning light should also illuminate.
It is not the first Ford recall involving problems with a front brake jounce hose. In August 2020, the automaker
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