NHTSA Recall 18V389000: Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings (service brakes)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 1,474 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford F-650 SD.
| NHTSA campaign | 18V389000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 18S19 |
| Component | SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS |
| Report received | June 11, 2018 |
| Owner notification | July 17, 2018 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 Ford F-650 and F-750 trucks. The brake circuit hose assemblies located between the master cylinder and the hydraulic control unit, may have been manufactured without anti-corrosion plating on the coupling fittings, or "ferrules," of the hoses. This can lead to premature corrosion, and result in a brake fluid leak.
Safety risk
A brake fluid leak can reduce brake effectiveness, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake hose assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 17, 2018. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 18S19.
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 18V389000
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.