Mustang Brake Recall

[Big John]

My VIN still shows no recall. I wounder how long it’s going to take Ford to get this sorted.

 

[Tomster]

My VIN still shows no recall. I wounder how long it’s going to take Ford to get this sorted.

I don't think that any large corporation moves at the speed of heat. All I can say is that they know about it and it is being reviewed. I wouldn't worry much about driving around town. I sure as hell wouldn't participate in a track event with this known defect.

Edited to add:
John, have you gotten onto your back and examined your bracket?

 

[Big John]

I don't think that any large corporation moves at the speed of heat. All I can say is that they know about it and it is being reviewed. I wouldn't worry much about driving around town. I sure as hell wouldn't participate in a track event with this known defect.

Edited to add:
John, have you gotten onto your back and examined your bracket?

I’m not worried around town at all. Going to get her out today and check it out. Might finally install my license plate. Been trying to hold out for my custom plate, but in Oklahoma that appears to be a 12 to 16 week process.

I know big companies don’t move fast, but with a safety item, you’d expect better.

 

[kilobravo]

I finally bit the bullet and crawled down in there. Found this one quickly.

But THIS SUMBITCH was a major PITA to capture. Must have taken ten tries with the phone and another ten to UNLOCK the darn thing! Grrrr...

Nonetheless, I got this and I guess Sarah's bracket is Polly Propee Lean, too.

KB

 

[kilobravo]

I know big companies don’t move fast, but with a safety item, you’d expect better.

I completely agree, John, and I wish there were time constraints and penalties on what is clearly a safety device.

 

[Tomster]

I finally bit the bullet and crawled down in there. Found this one quickly.

But THIS SUMBITCH was a major PITA to capture. Must have taken ten tries with the phone and another ten to UNLOCK the darn thing! Grrrr...

Nonetheless, I got this and I guess Sarah's bracket is Polly Propee Lean, too.

KB

The dreaded PP bracket

 

[Skwibbs]

This may be a little off topic, but anyone notice an issue where when starting the car cold and trying to reverse, even after letting off the brake? It seems the E brake is trying to hold the car or something. After being off the brake for a while, or tapping the gas, there's a clunking sound then all is well and this rarely happens. (yes the e brake is off)

About this recall, I called the dealer and apparently no word on the recall for my car. Either isn't part of it, or Ford hasn't notified them. Wouldn't surprise me.

 

[Snoopy49]

SERVICE ACTION
Before demonstrating or delivering any new in-stock vehicles involved in this recall, dealers are to replace the brake pedal and bracket assembly following the dealer bulletin technical information. This service must be performed on all affected vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner.
NOTE: Parts are currently not available in sufficient quantities to repair all vehicles. Part orders can be requested through the Special Service Support Center (SSSC) using the SSSC link at the bottom of the OASIS VIN report screen to repair vehicles that meet the following criteria only:
• Affected customer vehicles that arrive at your dealership.
• New in-stock vehicles with a signed sales contract.
It is anticipated that parts will be available in sufficient quantities to repair all vehicles in the first quarter of 2021. Refer to Attachment II for additional information.

OWNER NOTIFICATION MAILING SCHEDULE
Owner letters are expected to be mailed the week of November 9, 2020. Dealers should repair any affected vehicles that arrive at their dealerships, whether or not the customer has received a letter.

 

[kilobravo]

Skwibbs: The rotors are rusted, I'll bet you washed the vehicle a few hours before trying to back it up. Happens every time down here in serious humididity land. :=)

 

[Skwibbs]

Skwibbs: The rotors are rusted, I'll bet you washed the vehicle a few hours before trying to back it up. Happens every time down here in serious humididity land. :=)

Thank you so much, that makes total sense and has been driving me crazy when it does happen. You're pretty spot on. I did notice a bit on them after driving it last time that happened.

I thought I had a faulty E brake or something since that is new to the Mustang and it could potentially damage other components. Is not a nice clunking sound.

 

[IceAge]

So here’s a stupid ass idea just get in your car without it running and sitting. Now with all your might mash down on the Brake Pedal and yeah uh huh let me know what happens. And if it didn’t break then well guess you know

 

[Snoopy49]

So here’s a stupid ass idea just get in your car without it running and sitting. Now with all your might mash down on the Brake Pedal and yeah uh huh let me know what happens. And if it didn’t break then well guess you know

If it didn't break, you may have caused stress fractures in the bracket that will eventually cause catastrophic failure and you won't be sitting in your garage when it happens..

 

[IceAge]

If it didn't break, you may have caused stress fractures in the bracket that will eventually cause catastrophic failure and you won't be sitting in your garage when it happens..

Thanks Snoopy and with all our cars sitting just trying to help us have some silliness.

 

[kilobravo]

Is not a nice clunking sound.

No, it certainly isn't but I don't believe it's a concern. I've started blowing out the water from the rotors and pads after washing her and that seems to minimize or even eliminate the grab. Probably wouldn't hurt to drive her a little and hit the brakes a bit.

 

[Skwibbs]

No, it certainly isn't but I don't believe it's a concern. I've started blowing out the water from the rotors and pads after washing her and that seems to minimize or even eliminate the grab. Probably wouldn't hurt to drive her a little and hit the brakes a bit.

Smart. I'm getting a blower soon. I rinse it with filtered water after I wash and just park it wet, let it dry. I'll start taking it for a spin around the block first from now on.