DETROIT (AP) – Ford is recalling about 200,000 vehicles in the United States to fix an issue that could cause the brake lights to not turn off.
The recall includes some 2014 and 2015 Ford Fusion and Lincoln MKZ midsize vehicles as well as some 2015 Mustangs, all of which have been sold or registered in Texas, Louisiana, Mississippi, Alabama, Florida, Georgia, South Carolina, North Carolina, Virginia and Hawaii.
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High temperature and humidity can cause the rubber part of the brake pedal to disintegrate, dim the lights, confuse other drivers and increase the risk of an accident.
Drivers with an automatic transmission can also shift into “park” gear without applying the brakes.
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Dealers will replace the brake and clutch pedal bumpers.
Owners will be notified by mail starting March 3.
For more information, Visit Ford’s website here.
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