NHTSA Recall 18V312000: Service brakes and labels (equipment)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 273 vehicles. It affects 2018 Ford EcoSport.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V312000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18C04 |
| Components | SERVICE BRAKES; EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | May 14, 2018 |
| Owner notification | June 21, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford Ecosport vehicles sold in the United States Federal Territiories. These vehicles were shipped with the European brake reservoir pictogram cap label and the European English language owner's manual kits. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
Safety risk
Owners could be confused by the incorrect label on the brake fluid cap, potentially causing them to replace the brake fluid with an incorrect fluid which could affect brake performance, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake fluid cap and owner's manual kit, free of charge. The recall began on June 21, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18C04.
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 covered by recall 18V312000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford EcoSport | 2018 |
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.