Safety Recall NHTSA · 12V097000 Reported March 7, 2012

Service brakes/traction relay valve

Ford Motor Company · Service Brakes, Air · 352 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
12V097000
Manufacturer Campaign
12S28
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Air
Vehicles Affected
352
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
March 7, 2012

Defect Summary

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 f-650 and f-750 trucks, manufactured from december 3, 2010, through december 20, 2011, equipped with bendix atr-6 antilock traction relay valves. in extremely cold conditions, the bendix relay valves may potentially develop internal leakage. internal leakage can lead to air pressure being delivered to affected primary or secondary brake causing continuous brake application.

Safety Consequence

Unexpected continuous brake application can cause the brakes to overheat and lead to a fire. unexpected continuous brake application can cause the driver to lose control of the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. also, the brakes may be applied without illuminating the brake lights, failing to give proper warning to other drivers.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will install a bendix atr-6 traction relay valve kit. This service will be performed free of charge. The safety recall began on april 12, 2012. owners may contact ford motor company at 1-800-392-3673.

What you should do

  1. Look up your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to confirm this recall applies to your vehicle.
  2. Contact an authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference recall ID 12V097000 or campaign 12S28.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 12V097000

Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.

What is recall 12V097000?

NHTSA recall 12V097000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on March 7, 2012. It addresses: Service brakes/traction relay valve. The recall affects approximately 352 vehicles, with the defect involving the Service Brakes, Air component.

How do I get this recall repaired?

Contact any authorized Ford Motor Company dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 12V097000 or the manufacturer campaign number 12S28. 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.