OFFICIAL CAMPAIGN FILE
NHTSA campaign 19V904000
NHTSA campaign 19V904000 covers 20 published year-and-model reports from 3 makes in this index and lists 600,166 potentially affected units campaign-wide. VIN eligibility must be checked separately.
Report received December 18, 2019 · Snapshot September 21, 2026
01 / DEFECT RECORD
What NHTSA campaign 19V904000 says
Defect summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.
Consequence summary
If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
02 / CORRECTIVE ACTION
Remedy for NHTSA campaign 19V904000
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.
- Owner notification
- April 1, 2021
- Filing manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Component groups
- SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
03 / PUBLISHED VEHICLES