Ford recalls 2018 F-150s with potential brake fluid leaks that could cause reduced braking and crash risk. Free repairs available by April 29, 2022.
A loss of brake fluid may result in a change in brake pedal travel, increased pedal effort and reduced front brake function, requiring greater effort and distance to stop the vehicle. These conditions can increase the risk of a crash.
Ford is recalling 2018 F-150 trucks that may have brake fluid leaking into the brake booster, causing reduced braking power and increased crash risk. Owners should get free repairs to prevent potential accidents. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/1224854-ford-f-150-2018-recall-brake-fluid-leak-risk.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/1224854-ford-f-150-2018-recall-brake-fluid-leak-risk · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #22V150000
“Ford F-150 2018 Recall: Brake Fluid Leak Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/1224854-ford-f-150-2018-recall-brake-fluid-leak-risk. Based on NHTSA recall 22V150000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=22V150000).
Brake fluid leaking from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster can cause brake pedal travel changes, increased pedal effort, and reduced front brake function. This may require greater distance to stop the vehicle, increasing crash risk.
Owners of 2018 Ford F-150 trucks with 3.5L Ecoboost engines are affected. Drivers using these vehicles without the repair may face reduced braking performance.
Check for 2018 F-150 models with 3.5L Ecoboost engines. The recall covers vehicles notified by Ford on April 29, 2022.
Call 1-866-436-7332 to schedule a free repair for the brake master cylinder.
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder and brake booster if leaking, at no cost.
Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11.
The brake master cylinder may allow brake fluid to leak from the front wheel circuit into the brake booster, causing reduced braking power and increased crash risk.
Check if your 2018 F-150 has a 3.5L Ecoboost engine and was notified by Ford on April 29, 2022.
The recall was notified on April 29, 2022, but no specific deadline is mentioned for repairs.
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 22V150000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 22V150000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: Dealers will replace the brake master cylinder. If the master cylinder is leaking, the brake booster will also be replaced. Repairs will be performed free of charge. An interim owner notification letter notifying customers of the safety defect were mailed on April 29, 2022. Owner notification letters were mailed April 29, 2022. This recall is an expansion of NHTSA recall number 20V-332. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S11. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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