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2016 Ford F-250 SD, Ford F-350 SD and others recall: sidewall

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on April 26, 2016. It covers about 2,288 vehicles.

vehicles affected
2,288
reported
Apr 26, 2016
owners notified
May 23, 2016
related complaints
5

Tires: sidewall

What is wrong
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.
Risk
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.

Recall number 16V246000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 5 complaints about tires problems.

2016 Ford F-250 SD2016 Ford F-350 SD2016 Ford F-450 SD2016 Ford F-550 SD

Questions about recall 16V246000

Is there a recall on the 2016 Ford F-250 SD, Ford F-350 SD and others sidewall?

Yes. Recall 16V246000, reported on April 26, 2016, covers about 2,288 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V246000?

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.

Is the recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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