Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.

Parking Brake — Conventional — Mechanical — Linkage And Cable

Date Announced
AUG 11, 2021
Vehicles Affected
30
Ford Recall #
21S39
NHTSA Campaign #
21V631000
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
Actions
Dealers will replace the passenger side parking brake cable with a cable that provides sufficient clearance to the damper shield, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S39.
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