NHTSA Recall 99V039000
NHTSA Campaign Id 99V039000; Date: Mar. 1, 1999
If incorrect tire information is given, underrated tires could be placed on the truck causing excessive tire wear or, in extreme cases, possible tire blowouts.
Recalled Vehicles:
1999 Ford F-150
Component: Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 32,240
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: 4x4 vehicles with off road and high fgawr option packages, and 4x2 vehicles with sport option package. The tire and rim identification information is incorrect on the certification labels for these vehicles. This does not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars. "
How to Fix:
Owners will be provided with a revised label overlay.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began June 9, 1999. Owners who do not receive the free revised 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: Jun 9, 1999
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