Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 10, 2015 and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The trailer braking system may fail, increasing the distance needed to stop the vehicle.
Ford Motor Company – Loss of Trailer Braking Function
Report Received Date | 01/28/2016 |
NHTSA ID | 16V046000 |
Consequence Summary | If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash. |
Corrective Action | Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S01. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-710. Any vehicle previously repaired under 15V-710 will need to be repaired again. |
Recall Code | 16S01 |
Potentially Affected | 75 |
Fire Risk When Parked | No |
Do Not Drive | No |
Recall Link | Go to Recall (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=16V046000) |
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