The recall affects 7,165 vehicles in the United States and federalized territories, 799 in Canada and one in Mexico. The vehicles may be subject to a problem where the parking brake might not engage fully. Ford added that it is not aware of any accidents or injuries associated with this issue.

Affected vehicles include certain 2015-2016 Ford Explorer vehicles built at Chicago Assembly Plant, May 4, 2015 through May 23, 2015; certain 2015 Ford Taurus vehicles built at Chicago Assembly Plant, May 4, 2015 through May 23, 2015; certain 2015 Ford Flex vehicles built at Oakville Assembly Plant, May 4, 2015 through May 23, 2015; certain 2015 Lincoln MKS vehicles built at Chicago Assembly Plant, May 4, 2015 through May 23, 2015; and certain Lincoln MKT vehicles built at Oakville Assembly Plant, May 4, 2015 through May 21, 2015.

Dealers will inspect the vehicle and, if necessary, replace the parking brake control assembly at no cost to the customer.