NHTSA recall 16V945000
Fuel system, gasoline › Storage › Tank assembly › Mounting
Ford F-250 SD and 1 more
Reported Dec 29, 20167,105 vehicles affectedFord Motor CompanyMaker’s number 16S45Built Aug 10, 2016 – Sep 17, 2016
The defect
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.
The risk
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.
The remedy
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.