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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 14V709📅 Nov 5, 2014

2014 Ford F-150 recall: brakes

⚠️ What's wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 F-150 vehicles manufactured March 1, 2014, to March 13, 2014. The affected vehicles may have a brake pedal position switch that is improperly adjusted. As a result, the brake lights may illuminate with a delay or not at all. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

💥 The risk

If the brake lights fail to illuminate, or illuminate after a delay, there is an increased risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

Ford has notified owners, and dealers will adjust the brake pedal position switch, free of charge. The recall began on November 24, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 14C09. Note: Until the vehicle has been remedied, owners are advised not to use their cruise control system.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
14V709000
Manufacturer recall #
14C09
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Vehicles affected
618
Component
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BRAKE LIGHTS:SWITCH; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:PEDALS AND LINKAGES
Owner phone
1-866-436-7332
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Nov 25, 2014
Built
Mar 1, 2014 – Mar 13, 2014
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 14V709 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 14V709?

2014 Ford F-150. 618 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-436-7332.