Right hand parking brake cable retention actuator
Defect Summary
Ford is recalling certain model year 2010 ranger vehicles manufactured from june 8, 2009 through february 2, 2010 equipped with manual transmission. it is possible for the parking brake cable to become disconnected from the right rear actuator during cold weather. this may occur when the parking brake is released if wet parking brake shoes have frozen in the applied position. if the right rear parking brake cable becomes disconnected, the pedal will have extended travel and may not fully apply the parking brake.
Safety Consequence
A manual transmission vehicle parked in neutral without a fully applied parking brake may have unintended movement which may cause a crash.
Corrective Action
Dealers will install a revised right rear parking brake actuator to prevent cable disconnection free of charge. the safety recall began on may 21, 2010. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Parking Brake.
FAQ: Recall 10V202000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 10V202000?
NHTSA recall 10V202000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 11, 2010. It addresses: Right hand parking brake cable retention actuator. The recall affects approximately 2,934 vehicles, with the defect involving the Parking Brake component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 10V202000 or the manufacturer campaign number 10S12. 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.