The Recall Desk
Our severity:SevereNHTSA·16V246000·Announced 2016-04-26

Ford Recalls 2016 F-Series Trucks for Tire Sidewall Damage

Ford is recalling 2,288 model year 2016 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks because tires may have inner sidewall damage that could cause a blowout.

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 (tire sidewall damage) that can lead to loss of vehicle control and a crash, which aligns with the 'Severe' criteria for structural defects or significant injury risk.

Plain-English summary

Ford Motor Company is recalling certain model year 2016 Ford F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured between April 5, 2016, and April 11, 2016. The recall involves 2,288 vehicles.

The tires installed during assembly of these vehicles may have sustained damage to the inner sidewall. This damage could result in a loss of air or a tire rupture. A rapid loss of air or tire rupture while driving may cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

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. Owners may also contact the NHTSA Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236.

The recalled product

Product
FORD F-350 SD, F-550 SD, F-450 SD, F-250 SD
Brand
FORD
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Category
Vehicle — Tires
Hazard
Affected units
2,288

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 (4)

  • F-350 SD
  • F-550 SD
  • F-450 SD
  • F-250 SD

Distribution

Distributed nationwide across the United States.

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