Emergency parking brake:mechanical
Defect Summary
These vehicles do not comply with fmvss 105, "hydraulic brake systems." the parking brake application force for a foot operated control system should not exceed 125 pounds to hold the vehicle on a 30% grade. Interference between the parking brake pedal and a wire harness may increase the needed pedal force to greater than 125 pounds to set the parking brake to hold the vehicle on the 30% grade.
Safety Consequence
The interference between the foot pedal and the wireharness may not allow the parking brake to fully set. If this occurs when thevehicle is parked on an incline, it may roll, causing a crash.
Corrective Action
Final stage manufacturers will be informed of this condition and provided with parts and instructions necessary to correct this situation.
Similar Recalls
Other recalls from Ford Motor Company or involving Parking Brake.
FAQ: Recall 93V194000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 93V194000?
NHTSA recall 93V194000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on November 23, 1993. It addresses: Emergency parking brake:mechanical. The recall affects approximately 106 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 93V194000 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.