Ford Motor Company | NHTSA Recall #16V778000

Vehicle safety recall details from the Department of Transportation.

Description

Detailed recall information for NHTSA ID 16V778000 by Ford Motor Company. Affecting model year 2017 ford f-250 sd, f-350 sd, f-450 sd, and f-550 sd trucks manufactured march 21, 2016, to august 28, 2016 Includes 170 affected units, Drain Valve Opening May Cause Fuel Leak, component: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL, and more from the Department of Transportation.

Vehicle Make / Model

makesAndModels

model year 2017 ford f-250 sd, f-350 sd, f-450 sd, and f-550 sd trucks manufactured march 21, 2016, to august 28, 2016

Defect Summary

Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 ford f-250 sd, f-350 sd, f-450 sd, and f-550 sd trucks manufactured march 21, 2016, to august 28, 2016. the protective shield on the fuel conditioning module may have inadequate adhesion, allowing the shield to become dislodged.

Corrective Action

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the protective shield, free of charge. the recall began november 11, 2016. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 16s39.

Recall Overview

NHTSA ID: 16V778000
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Report Received Date: 2016-10-26T00:00:00
Subject: Drain valve opening may cause fuel leak
Component: Fuel System, Diesel
Potentially Affected Units: 170

Details

MFR Campaign Number: 16S39
Recall Type: Vehicle
Defect Summary: Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 ford f-250 sd, f-350 sd, f-450 sd, and f-550 sd trucks manufactured march 21, 2016, to august 28, 2016. the protective shield on the fuel conditioning module may have inadequate adhesion, allowing the shield to become dislodged.
Consequence Summary: If the shield becomes dislodged, the drain valve may open resulting in a fuel leak. a fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. under certain conditions, significant liquid fuel on the road surface may cause a slip hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the protective shield, free of charge. the recall began november 11, 2016. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 16s39.

Safety Information

Fire Risk When Parked: No
Do Not Drive: No
Completion Rate: 74.71

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NHTSA ID: 16V778000
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