Foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittingsRecall 75V-093 · 1974–1976 Mercury Capri
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall 75V-093 covers 44,890 1974–1976 Mercury Capri for a foundation components: hoses, lines/piping, and fittings problem, reported to NHTSA on May 19, 1975.
Source: NHTSA recall 75V093000 and manufacturer quarterly reports. Started by the manufacturer.
The problem
The fix
The remedy has not been described yet.
FORD CAMPAIGN NO 160.PRODUCED FROM APRIL 1, 1974 TO FEBRUARY 7, 1975.POSSIBILITY THAT THE FRONT BRAKE HOSES MAY DEVELOP LATERAL SPLITS IN THE OUTERCOVER OF THE HOSE.IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE SPLITS MAY EVENTUALLY RESULTIN BRAKE FLUID LEAKAGE AND LOSS OF FRONT SERVICE BRAKES.REAR BRAKES WILLREMAIN OPERATIONAL.(CORRECT BY INSPECTING AND REPLACING WITH IMPROVED TYPEHOSE).
Recall repairs are free. Confirm whether this recall is open on your vehicle by entering its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.