Vehicle recall 72V024000 · January 31, 1972

1971-1972 English Ford Cortina

Source: NHTSA data as of September 22, 2026. Last refreshed Sep 23, 2026, 2:43 AM UTC.

Notes: Campaign no 61G.POSSIBILITY that brake tubes may have been routed to allowinsufficient clearance between front brake line and steering column lowerbearing cover assembly in engine compartment.if condition exists, is possiblefor line to be worn through by chafing.(correct by inspecting and reroutingwhere found necessary.)

Recall details

NHTSA campaign: 72V024000
Reported to NHTSA: January 31, 1972
Filed by: FORD MTR CO-OVERSEAS
Owner notification: February 15, 1972
Vehicles potentially affected: 1,482
Initiated by: the manufacturer
Components: Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings

Recall 72V024000 on nhtsa.gov, with the manufacturer’s documents

Vehicles covered

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English Ford Cortina (1971-1972): 1972, 1971

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