The Recall Desk
ModerateNHTSA·10V030000·Announced 2010-01-29

Ford Recalls 2010 Mustang Shelby GT 500 for Incorrect Tire Labeling

Ford is recalling 2010 Mustang Shelby GT 500 vehicles because the rear tire size information on the labels is incorrect, which could affect vehicle handling and stability.

What this means for you

Minor labeling or packaging issue, or a voluntary precautionary recall. Risk of harm is low but real — follow the manufacturer's instructions.

Our severity reasoning: This is a labeling error that creates a risk of improper tire inflation and subsequent handling issues, but no injuries or crashes have been reported, fitting the criteria for a moderate severity recall.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2010 model year Mustang Shelby GT 500 vehicles manufactured between October 28 and December 3, 2009. These vehicles fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard No. 110, "Tire Selection and Rims," because the rear tire size information printed on the original labels is incorrect.

The incorrect labeling may lead owners to inflate tires to pressures other than those specified on the correct labels. This can have an adverse effect on vehicle braking, handling, and stability during emergency maneuvers, thereby increasing the risk of a crash.

Ford will mail owners the correct tire label along with instructions on where and how to affix it. The safety campaign began on February 11, 2010. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
MUSTANG SHELBY GT 500
Brand
MUSTANG
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Affected units
243

Is your product affected?

Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.

Model numbers (1)

  • SHELBY GT 500

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.