THUNDERBIRD THUNDERBIRD BRAKE HOSE Recall
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According to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)
Product
THUNDERBIRD BRAKE HOSE
Brand
THUNDERBIRD
Lot Codes / Batch Numbers
Not specified in NHTSA notice. Check official source for details.
THUNDERBIRD HEADQUARTERS is recalling certain THUNDERBIRD BRAKE HOSE equipment due to service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings issues. THESE ISSUES CAN RESULT IN A BRAKE FLUID LEAK AND LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH..
Summary derived from NHTSA notice
Reason for Recall
As stated by NHTSA
THUNDERBIRD HEADQUARTERS (THUNDERBIRD HQ) IS RECALLING CERTAIN BRAKE HOSES, PART NUMBERS 2078/9, 2078A, 2282, B2078AA, B2078B, B2078C, B2282A, B2282B, AND B2282C SOLD AS SERVICE PARTS FOR CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 1955 THROUGH 1966 FORD THUNDERBIRD VEHICLES. THESE HOSES FAIL TO CONFORM TO THE CRIMPING AND DIAMETER REQUIREMENT OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 106, "BRAKE HOSES."
Reported concern (NHTSA)
THESE ISSUES CAN RESULT IN A BRAKE FLUID LEAK AND LOSS OF BRAKING CAPABILITY, INCREASING THE RISK OF A VEHICLE CRASH.
Recommended Action
Per NHTSA guidance
THUNDERBIRD HQ WILL NOTIFY KNOWN PURCHASERS OF THE SUBJECT BRAKE HOSES AND REPLACE ANY AFFECTED HOSES WITH COMPLIANT HOSES AT NO CHARGE TO THE OWNERS. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON SEPTEMBER 22, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT THUNDERBIRD HQ AT 1-925-825-9550.
Verify this information on the official source
For complete details and official instructions, check the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) directly.
View official NHTSA recall noticePage updated: Jan 10, 2026