Recall 02V-073: 2002 Th!nk Neighbor

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for service brakes, hydraulic, reported to NHTSA on Mar 11, 2002, covering about 735 vehicles.

NHTSA number
02V-073
Report date
Mar 11, 2002
Vehicles affected
735
Owners notified
Mar 22, 2002

The problem

On certain electric vehicles, the brake master cylinder pushrod, which connects the brake pedal to the master cylinder, could fracture.

The risk

Fracture of the pushrod would result in the loss of the service brakes. Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder pushrod.

The fix

Dealers have been notified to stop sale of these vehicles until the pushrod has been replaced. Owner notification began march 22, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

Notes

Customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentService Brakes, Hydraulic › Foundation Components › Master Cylinder
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number02V073000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Th!nk Neighbor2002All 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 02V-073?

On certain electric vehicles, the brake master cylinder pushrod, which connects the brake pedal to the master cylinder, could fracture.

How is recall 02V-073 fixed?

Dealers have been notified to stop sale of these vehicles until the pushrod has been replaced. Owner notification began march 22, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.

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.