Safety Recall NHTSA · 99V123000 Reported May 18, 1999

Ford/brake line

Ford Motor Company · Service Brakes, Hydraulic · 15,681 vehicles potentially affected

NHTSA ID
99V123000
Manufacturer Campaign
99S16
Manufacturer
Component
Service Brakes, Hydraulic
Vehicles Affected
15,681
Recall Type
Vehicle
Report Received
May 18, 1999

Defect Summary

Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. the right front brake line to the hydraulic control unit (hcu) connection could separate causing the line to leak when the brake pedal is applied.

Safety Consequence

This could result in a loss of brake pressure to the front wheels, increasing the stopping distance.

Corrective Action

Dealers will replace the flare nut on the brake line.

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 99V123000 or campaign 99S16.
  3. Schedule the free repair. By federal law, the manufacturer must remedy the defect at no cost.
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FAQ: Recall 99V123000

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

What is recall 99V123000?

NHTSA recall 99V123000 was issued by Ford Motor Company on May 18, 1999. It addresses: Ford/brake line. The recall affects approximately 15,681 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 99V123000 or the manufacturer campaign number 99S16. 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.