Reported Jan 30, 19789,000 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYBuilt Nov 1, 1977 – Dec 1, 1977
The defect
The wheel rim diameters on these vehicles may exceed dimensional specifications. This may cause the tires and tubes to be overstressed during mounting or improperly mounted.
The remedy
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace the wheels, and the tires and tubes mounted on these wheels.
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with 16x5.5 inch tube two piecewheels.system: suspension; wheels.consequences of defect: this condition may result in tire blowout, side ringseparation, loss of vehicle control and an accident. Side ring separation canalso endanger persons near the vehicle.