NHTSA Recall # | 15451 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 96V161000 |
MFG Compaign # | |
Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
Supplier | FORD |
Brand | FORD |
Model | F-150 |
Model Year | 1996 |
Component | EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS |
Date of notification | 11/12/96 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 15/12/95 |
End date of manufacturing | 11/03/96 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | MFR |
Report received | 29/08/96 |
Report created | 03/09/96 |
Regulation part number | 571 |
FMV safety standard number | 120 |
Estimated number of affected units | 134770 |
Defect summary | The certification labels on the involved vehicles has incorrect rear tire inflation pressure designations. This does not comply with fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." |
Consequence summary | Incorrect inflation pressures could cause premature wear of the rear tires. . |
Corrective action | Owners will be provided with correct certification labels and instructions for installing these labels. Dealers can install this label if the owner so desires. |
Recall notes | Owner notification:owner notification is expected to begin october 18, 1996. Note:owners who do not receive the correct label within a reasonable time free of charge should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393. |