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NHTSA recall 21V014000

Visibility · Ford Motor Company

January 15, 2021report date
283units affected
Vehicle recalltype
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What's wrong: The affected vehicles contain windshield washer fluid that was contaminated with brake fluid. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 104, "windshield wiping and washing systems."

Why it matters: A washer system contaminated with brake fluid can reduce the driver's ability to clear windshield, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will flush out the washer system, replacing the washer bottle neck, washer pump assembly, fluid level sensor and the front and rear wiper blades. Dealers will also inspect and repair the vehicle's paint and exterior components if affected, free of charge. The…

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All model years NHTSA lists

2020 Ford Explorer Police Intercept, 2020 Lincoln Aviator.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 21V014000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.