Ford/electric vehicles/brake master cylinder
Defect Summary
On certain electric vehicles, the brake master cylinder pushrod, which connects the brake pedal to the master cylinder, could fracture.
Safety Consequence
Fracture of the pushrod would result in the loss of the service brakes. dealers will replace the brake master cylinder pushrod.
Corrective Action
Dealers have been notified to stop sale of these vehicles until the pushrod has been replaced. owner notification began march 22, 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.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 02V073000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 02V073000?
NHTSA recall 02V073000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 11, 2002. It addresses: Ford/electric vehicles/brake master cylinder. The recall affects approximately 735 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 02V073000 or the manufacturer campaign number 02S35. Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.