FORD F-450 SD 2016: TIRES:SIDEWALL

General Information

NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 16V246000

Make Model Year
FORD F-450 SD 2016
Date Owners Notified Date Received by ODI Date Added to Database
2016-05-23 2016-04-26 2016-04-26

Production Dates: 2016-04-05 - 2016-04-11

Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company

Manufacturer Campaign Number: 16S17

Component: TIRES:SIDEWALL

Potential Number Of Units Affected: 2288

Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report

Summary

Ford Motor Company "Ford" is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured April 5, 2016, to April 11, 2016. The tires installed during assembly of the affected vehicles may have sustained damage to the inner sidewall, possibly resulting in a loss of air or a tire rupture.

Consequence

A rapid loss of air or a tire rupture while the vehicle is being driven may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the tires for damage and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 23, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S17.

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 'TTY 1-800-424-9153', or go to www.safercar.gov.