Issue ID | 1403973 |
Internal NHTSA # | 11020276 |
Manufacurer | Ford Motor Company |
Brand | FORD |
Model | F-150 |
Model Year | 2014 |
File date | 25/08/17 |
Component | SERVICE BRAKES |
Product type code | VEHICLE |
Description of the problem | Started vehicle in my parking spot at work, only to see the brake fluid low indicated on the display screen. Selected ok, depressed the brake pedal which travelled all the way to the floor. Opened hood and checked master cylinder fluid reservoir and found it almost empty. Contacted joe cooper ford, yukon and talked with service manager. He indicated there is a known problem with the master cylinder leaking fluid past the seal. He suggested the vehicle be towed to dealership for analysis as ford has a recall on this very issue. Tech pulled master cylinder and found brake booster filled with brake fluid. Service advisor suggested master cylinder replacement at a cost of approx. $750. 00. When questioned about warranty, i was advised my model does not meet the criteria as currently posted by ford as my vehicle is a 5. 0l not a 3. 8l v-6. When asked about the condition of the brake booster due to chemical contamination, the advisor was unsure what to do. He suggested i communicate with the service manager about both the repair method and costs. After reviewing the recall i found ford recommends; if the brake booster had any fluid both the master cylinder and booster should be replaced. I contacted the dealership to discuss the options and complete the repair. I am requesting the parts be returned to ford for warranty evaluation/consideration. I cannot logically understand why the engine type makes a difference on the braking system. I am awaiting a report from ford on this matter. |
Vehicle Mileage at Failure | 60000 |
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Source of the issue | NHTSA WEB SITE |
City and State | EDMOND, OK |
VIN pattern | 1FTFW1CF4EKXXXXXX |
Was vehicle invloved in a crash? | N |
Was vehicle involved in a fire? | N |
Was incedent reported to police? | N |
Was medical attention required? | N |
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Date of purchase | 29/06/24 |
Was original owner? | N |
Anti-lock brakes | N |
Cruise control | N |
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Vehicle speed | 0 |
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