NHTSA Recall 02V073000: Master cylinder (service brakes)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 735 vehicles. It affects 2002 Th!nk Neighbor.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V073000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02S35 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER |
| Report received | March 11, 2002 |
| Owner notification | March 22, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain electric vehicles, the brake master cylinder pushrod, which connects the brake pedal to the master cylinder, could fracture.
Safety risk
Fracture of the pushrod would result in the loss of the service brakes. Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder pushrod.
Remedy
Dealers have been notified to stop sale of these vehicles until the pushrod has been replaced. Owner notification began march 22, 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 02V073000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Th!nk Neighbor | 2002 |
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.