The problem
The parking brake systems May not hold the vehicles on a 20% grade with foot pedal efforts of 125 pounds or less. This does not meet the requirements of FMVSS no. 105, "hydraulic brake systems."
The risk
The vehicle May roll after being parked increasing the risk of a vehicle accident.
The fix
Dealers will adjust the parking brake system on the affected vehicles.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 96V-214 (96V214000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Parking brake › Conventional |
| Report date | October 28, 1996 |
| Owners notified | December 4, 1996 |
| Vehicles affected | 53,400 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the brakes
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 96V-214 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will adjust the parking brake system on the affected vehicles.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 53,400 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.