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Ford Transit Courier recalled over a brake defect

Brakes

Courier vehicles on which the brake system may be contaminated with mineral oil. This can cause swelling of rubber components in the brake system (hydraulic seals brake hoses etc). In some circumstances if swelling occurs there is potential for the brake system to lack hydraulic pressure which may result in longer brake pedal travel and reduced brake performance therefore increasing the risk of an accident.

Check your product

Only vehicles within the listed VIN ranges or build dates are covered. A franchised dealer can confirm from your VIN.

1 identifier listed for this notice.

  • Transit Courier

    Build datesThe build or first registration date is on the V5C.
    • 29/08/2023 – 21/10/2023
    Manufacturer referenceThe manufacturer’s own campaign number. Quote it to the dealer.
    • 24S18

What to do now

This recall concerns brakes: stopping distances could increase or braking could fail.

  1. Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN.
  2. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.
  3. Make sure the DVLA has your current address, as recall letters go to the registered keeper.

Why it matters. Brake defects are among the most serious vehicle faults because they affect the ability to stop.

Repairs and costs

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number.

If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

From the official notice

Published by the Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency (R/2024/239). Quoted as issued.

Summary

Courier vehicles on which the brake system may be contaminated with mineral oil. This can cause swelling of rubber components in the brake system (hydraulic seals brake hoses etc). In some circumstances if swelling occurs there is potential for the brake system to lack hydraulic pressure which may result in longer brake pedal travel and reduced brake performance therefore increasing the risk of an accident.

Defect

Courier vehicles on which the brake system may be contaminated with mineral oil. This can cause swelling of rubber components in the brake system (hydraulic seals brake hoses etc). In some circumstances if swelling occurs there is potential for the brake system to lack hydraulic pressure which may result in longer brake pedal travel and reduced brake performance therefore increasing the risk of an accident.

Remedy

The Ford dealer will inspect the brake system on all affected vehicles and will replace all the parts affected by this condition.

Models

Transit Courier

Open the DVSA notice

Questions

Why are Ford Transit Courier being recalled?

This recall concerns brakes: stopping distances could increase or braking could fail. Brake defects are among the most serious vehicle faults because they affect the ability to stop.

How do I know if my vehicle is affected?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK vehicle recall checker or ask a franchised dealer, who can check your VIN against the manufacturer’s campaign. The VIN ranges and build dates published by the DVSA are listed on this page.

What should I do now?

Enter your registration number on the GOV.UK recall checker, or ask a franchised dealer to check the VIN. Book the recall work with a franchised dealer for the make. Recall repairs are carried out free of charge.

Will the repair cost anything?

You should not pay for a safety recall repair. Book it with a franchised dealer for the make and take your V5C or registration number. If you have already paid for a repair to fix the same defect, ask the manufacturer whether it will reimburse you.

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