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Recall campaign85V168000

Recall 85V168000: 1984–1985 Ford L Series and 3 other models

Parking brake › Driveline › Air
Report received
Dec 20, 1985
Manufacturer
Ford motor company
Potentially affected
51,500vehicles
Model years
1984–1985

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

The hydraulic parking brake control valve may inadvertently activate due to momentary pressure disruptions within the system and cause the parking brake to be applied, stopping or slowing the truck unexpectedly. Consequence of defect: this unexpected stopping or slowing of the truck may increase the risk of a rear end collision since the brake (stop) lights are not activated. Also, on certain road conditions this occurrence may result in loss of vehicle control which would lead to an accident.

Remedy

Replace the push-pull type brake control valve with new over-center cam type valves.

Affected model years

Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.

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.