The problem
On certain pickup trucks equipped with manual transmissions, failure of the front parking brake cable input button could result in failure of the parking brake system to hold the vehicle stationary.
The risk
This could result in unintended vehicle movement and a vehicle crash.
The fix
Dealers will replace the front parking brake cable and the controller and verify the performance of the parking brake system. Owner notification began April 5, 2002. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 02V-068 (02V068000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 02S34 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Parking brake › Conventional › Mechanical › Linkage and cable |
| Report date | March 11, 2002 |
| Owners notified | April 5, 2002 |
| Vehicles affected | 51,846 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V-068 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the front parking brake cable and the controller and verify the performance of the parking brake system. Owner notification began April 5, 2002.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 51,846 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.