NHTSA Recall 23V162000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGSMar 10, 2023· Ford Motor Company

Summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2013-2018 Fusion and Lincoln MKZ vehicles. The front brake hoses may rupture and leak brake fluid.

Consequence

A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front brake hoses, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S12.

Affected Vehicles

Year	Make	Model
2013	Ford	Fusion
2014	Ford	Fusion
2015	Ford	Fusion
2016	Ford	Fusion
2017	Ford	Fusion
2018	Ford	Fusion
2013	Lincoln	MKZ
2014	Lincoln	MKZ
2015	Lincoln	MKZ
2016	Lincoln	MKZ
2017	Lincoln	MKZ
2018	Lincoln	MKZ