NHTSA Campaign 21V922000

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Issued by Ford Motor Company · Reported Nov 23, 2021 · 114,666 vehicles affected

What's wrong

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles. The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can affect braking performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

Consequence

During certain situations, the driver may have to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C31.

Vehicles affected by this recall

Make Model Year Units
FORD BRONCO SPORT 2021 114,666
FORD BRONCO SPORT 2022 114,666
FORD ESCAPE 2021 114,666
FORD ESCAPE 2022 114,666

Source: NHTSA Campaign 21V922000 on nhtsa.gov. To check the current repair status for a specific vehicle, use our free VIN decoder.