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2017 Ford F-250 SD and Ford F-350 SD recall: mounting

Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on December 29, 2016. It covers about 7,105 vehicles.

vehicles affected
7,105
reported
Dec 29, 2016
owners notified
Feb 7, 2017
related complaints
94

Fuel system, gasoline: storage: tank assembly: mounting

What is wrong
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford F-250 and F-350 Super Duty trucks manufactured August 10, 2016, to September 17, 2016. The frame reinforcement bracket may not have been attached to the front fuel tank strap, allowing the fuel tank strap to separate from the frame.
Risk
A fuel tank strap that separates and allows the fuel tank to contact the ground may cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S45.

Recall number 16V945000

Affected vehicles

Owner complaints about the same problem

Owners of these vehicles have filed 94 complaints about fuel system problems.

2017 Ford F-250 SD2017 Ford F-350 SD

Questions about recall 16V945000

Is there a recall on the 2017 Ford F-250 SD and Ford F-350 SD mounting?

Yes. Recall 16V945000, reported on December 29, 2016, covers about 7,105 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 16V945000?

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S45.

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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