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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 18V312000

2018 Ford Ecosport — Service brakes

Published May 16, 2018 · Recall initiated: May 14, 2018

Summary

NHTSA records recall 18V312000, published May 16, 2018 and initiated May 14, 2018. Recalling firm: Ford Motor Company; 2018 Ford Ecosport — Service brakes.

What's the hazard

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicles sold in the United States Federal Territiories. These vehicles were shipped with the European brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the European English language owner's manual kits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C04.

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Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
ECOSPORT
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Lot
2018 FORD ECOSPORT
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2018 Ford Ecosport — Service brakes recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 18V312000 on May 16, 2018. Reported hazard: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicles sold in the United States Federal Territiories. These vehicles were shipped with the European brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the European English language owner's manual kits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems.

What should I do if I have this product?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C04.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: ECOSPORT.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)