Ford Escort: Front Brake Discs Of Insufficient Thickness

Recall Summary Ford is recalling 769 Escort vehicles in the United Kingdom because some may have front brake discs that are thinner than they should be. The thinner discs could reduce braking performance. Ford will inspect the front brake discs on affected vehicles and replace both front discs if either one doesn't meet the correct thickness specifications.

Recalling firm
FORD
Product
Vehicles: FORD ESCORT. Units affected: 769
Reason
A small number of subject vehicles may have been equipped with front brake discs of insufficient metal thickness. This could adversely affect braking performance. Remedy: Recall the affected vehicles for examination of the front brake discs. Where any disc does not meet the manufacturers dimensional specification both front discs will be renewed.
Category
vehicle recall
Country
United Kingdom
Agency
UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency
Recall date
1993-01-21
Status
Ongoing
Distribution
United Kingdom

Official recall notice from UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency

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