The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·16V046000·Announced 2016-01-28

Ford Recalls 2016 E-350 and E-450 Vans for Trailer Brake Failure

Ford is recalling 2016 E-350 and E-450 vans with 6.8L engines and trailer brake controllers because the braking system may fail, increasing stopping distance.

What this means for you

Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 4/5 (Severe).

The hazard poses a serious risk of illness, injury, or structural failure. Stop using the product immediately and contact the manufacturer for a refund or repair.

Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a structural vehicle defect where the trailer braking system may fail, increasing the risk of a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for significant injury/property-damage reports or structural defects.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured between November 3, 2014, and December 10, 2015. These vehicles are equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The recall affects 75 vehicles.

The trailer braking system may fail, which increases the distance needed to stop the vehicle. If the vehicle unexpectedly requires an extended braking distance, there is an increased risk of a crash.

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S01. This recall supersedes 15V-710, and any vehicle previously repaired under that recall will need to be repaired again.

The recalled product

Product
FORD E-450, E-350
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Light Commercial Van
Hazard
Affected units
75

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 (2)

  • E-450
  • E-350

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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