Recall 93V146000: 1989–1993 Ford F-53
- Report received
- Sep 13, 1993
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 17,400vehicles
- Model years
- 1989–1993
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 lines in the engine compartment are routed too near the left exhaust manifold, causing the brake fluid to overheat.
Possible consequence
Brake fluid loses viscosity when it overheats, causingloss of brakes or increased vehicle stopping distance which may result in anaccident.
Remedy
Ford will install a heat shield and brake line insulation on engine compartment brake lines.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1989 Ford F-530 complaints
- 1990 Ford F-533 complaints
- 1991 Ford F-532 complaints
- 1992 Ford F-533 complaints
- 1993 Ford F-530 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.