NHTSA Recall 98V021000
NHTSA Campaign Id 98V021000; Date: Feb. 2, 1998
The 16" tires could not be inflated on the specified 15x7. 0j rim.
Recalled Vehicles:
1998 Ford Ranger
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 11,500
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: light duty four-wheel drive pickup trucks equipped with off-road option. The tire and rim identification information is incorrect on these vehicles. This does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars. "
How to Fix:
Owners will be sent a safety certificaiton label partial overlay which will contain the correct rim size, and instructions for affixing this label to the vehicle. If an owner so desires, their Ford dealer can install the label for them.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began July 6, 1998. Owners who do not receive the correct label within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 6, 1998
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