NHTSA Recall 21V631000: Linkage and cable (parking brake)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 30 vehicles. It affects 2015–2020 Ford Transit.
| NHTSA campaign | 21V631000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 21S39 |
| Component | PARKING BRAKE › CONVENTIONAL › MECHANICAL › LINKAGE AND CABLE |
| Report received | August 11, 2021 |
| Owner notification | March 14, 2022 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2020 Transit vehicles. An incorrect driveshaft torsional damper service kit may have been installed, which can allow the damper shield to contact the parking brake cable, possibly resulting in parking brake failure.
Safety risk
Parking brake failure can result in unintended vehicle movement, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the passenger side parking brake cable with a cable that provides sufficient clearance to the damper shield, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters were mailed on September 24, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 14, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S39.
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.nhtsa.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 21V631000
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.