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NHTSA Recall 20V332000: Master cylinder (service brakes) and power assist (service brakes)

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 292,311 vehicles. It affects 2014–2017 Ford F-150.

292,311
vehicles potentially affected
1
model affected
2020
owners notified (October 28)
NHTSA campaign20V332000
Manufacturer campaign20S31
ComponentsSERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › FOUNDATION COMPONENTS › MASTER CYLINDER; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC › POWER ASSIST
Report receivedJune 8, 2020
Owner notificationOctober 28, 2020
Initiated byNHTSA Office of Defects Investigation

Defect

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014-2017 F-150 pickup trucks equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The brake master cylinder may leak brake fluid into the brake booster.

Safety risk

A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel and feel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, possibly requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and inspect the brake booster, replacing it as necessary, free of charge. Ford issued owners an interim notification on June 30, 2020. The recall began on October 28, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 20S31.

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 20V332000

Make and modelModel years
Ford F-1502014, 2015, 2016, 2017

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.