Hydraulic brake line
Defect Summary
Frontline is recalling certain model year 2006-2011 electronic news gathering (eng) vehicles built on a ford e-350 chassis with an aftermarket rear anti-sway bar and manufactured from october 31, 2006, through july 12, 2011. these vehicles may be susceptible to rear hydraulic brake line damage. the rear anti-sway bar frame mounting bolt threads may come in contact with the steel hydraulic brake line. if metal-to-metal abrasion occurs, the brake line may eventually rupture and cause a loss of hydraulic service brake pressure.
Safety Consequence
If a loss of service brake pressure occurs, the driver may not be able to control the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash
Corrective Action
Frontline will notify owners, and dealers will repair the vehicles free of charge. repairs will be performed by local ford dealers and frontline authorized service facilities. the manufacturer began contacting owners by telephone on july 12, 2011. owners may contact frontline communications at 1-727-573-0400.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Frontline Communications or involving Service Brakes, Hydraulic.
FAQ: Recall 11V392000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 11V392000?
NHTSA recall 11V392000 was issued by Frontline Communications on August 1, 2011. It addresses: Hydraulic brake line. The recall affects approximately 75 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Hydraulic component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Frontline Communications dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 11V392000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). 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.