NHTSA Recall 02V068000: Linkage and cable (parking brake)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 51,846 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford F-250.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V068000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02S34 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › CONVENTIONAL › MECHANICAL › LINKAGE AND CABLE |
| Report received | March 11, 2002 |
| Owner notification | April 5, 2002 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions, failure of the front parking brake cable input button could result in failure of the parking brake system to hold the vehicle stationary.
Safety risk
This could result in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the front parking brake cable and the controller and verify the performance of the parking brake system. Owner notification began april 5, 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).
Vehicles covered by recall 02V068000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.