NHTSA Recall 16V945000
NHTSA Campaign Id 16V945000; Date: Dec. 29, 2016
A fuel tank strap that separates and allows the fuel tank to contact the ground may cause a fuel leak, increasing the risk of a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2017 Ford F-250 Sd; 2017 Ford F-350 Sd
Component: Fuel System, Gasoline:storage:tank Assembly:mounting
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 7,105
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain 2017 Ford f-250 and f-350 super duty trucks manufactured August 10, 2016, to September 17, 2016. The frame reinforcement bracket may not have been attached to the front fuel tank strap, allowing the fuel tank strap to separate from the frame.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and, if necessary, install the reinforcement bracket, free of charge. The recall began on February 7, 2017. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16s45.
Recall Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Feb 7, 2017
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