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NHTSA Recall 19V904000: Service brakes, hydraulic: control unit/module

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 600,166 vehicles. It affects 4 models including the Ford Fusion.

600,166
vehicles potentially affected
4
models affected
2021
owners notified (April 1)
NHTSA campaign19V904000
Manufacturer campaign19S54
ComponentSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP › CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Report receivedDecember 18, 2019
Owner notificationApril 1, 2021
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2006-2010 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles. The valves within the ABS Hydraulic Control Units (HCU) may react with brake fluids containing specific corrosion preventative additives. This reaction may cause the valves to not close properly.

Safety risk

If the valves do not properly close, additional brake pedal travel may be required to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush the brake system with DOT 4 fluid and install a new brake fluid reservoir cap. In addition, the HCU will be tested to detect a possible stuck valve condition, replacing the HCU as necessary. All services will be performed free of charge. The recall began April 1, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S54.

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 19V904000

Make and modelModel years
Ford Fusion2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Lincoln Mkz2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Lincoln Zephyr2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010
Mercury Milan2006, 2007, 2008, 2009, 2010

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.