Ford Recalls 200 GT Supercars Over Hydraulic Fluid Leaks

Oct. 11, 2018
Ford is recalling 200 of its six-figure GT supercars due to hydraulic fluid leaks that can cause fires, the automaker said Wednesday.

October 11, 2018—Ford is recalling 200 of its six-figure GT supercars due to hydraulic fluid leaks that can cause fires, reported CNBC.

The recall affects about 176 vehicles in the United States and 18 in Canada, all built from Dec. 20, 2016 through July 31, 2018, according to the report.

 In vehicles affected by the problem, hydraulic fluid may leak from valves located underneath the rear of the car onto the exhaust and may cause a fire.

The GT is Ford's most expensive vehicle, with a starting price around $400,000. 

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