Recall 85V068000: 1985 Mercury Capri and 3 other models
- Report received
- May 21, 1985
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 14,008vehicles
- Model years
- 1985
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
Brake booster rear shells may have reduced wall thicknesses which could cause the shell to break. Consequence of defect: repeated brake use could cause the shell to crack and the booster assembly to come apart. Service brakes capability would be totally lost without warning and could result in an accident.
Remedy
Inspect and if necessary replace the power brake booster assembly.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1985 Ford LTD17 complaints
- 1985 Ford Mustang16 complaints
- 1985 Mercury Capri3 complaints
- 1985 Mercury Marquis5 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.