Recall 09V150000: Brake Light Switch Adjustment

VEHICLE MAKE/MODEL: MODEL YEAR(S):

Ford/F-150 2009

MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company

MFR'S REPORT DATE: April 29, 2009

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 09V150000

NHTSA ACTION NUMBER: N/A

COMPONENT: Exterior Lighting: Brake Lights: Switch

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 8735

SUMMARY:
Ford is recalling 8,735 M/Y 2009 F-150 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment." The brake stop lamp switch may be improperly adjusted. This may result in a delay in brake stop lamp illumination when the brake pedal is depressed. In situations of very mild brake application, the brake stop lamps may not illuminate.

CONSEQUENCE:
Delay or loss of brake stop lamp function may increase the risk of an accident.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect and have the brake stop lamp switch removed and reinstalled which will provide proper adjustment. The remedy will be performed free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or before May 13, 2009. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Or through the internet at www.ownerconnection.com.

NOTES:
Ford recall No. 09C07. Owners may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.