Recall campaign96V184000
Recall 96V184000: 1997 Ford F-250 and 2 other models
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Master cylinder
- Report received
- Sep 25, 1996
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 1,200vehicles
- Model years
- 1997
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 retainer clip that holds the master cylinder push rod to the brake pedal arm is missing.
Possible consequence
A loss of service braking can occur increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect to verify that the retainer clips are installed and if clips are missing will install clips.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1997 Ford F-1502,758 complaints
- 1997 Ford F-250304 complaints
- 1997 Ford F-350155 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.