The problem
The involved vehicles may have been equipped with cast aluminum wheels with inadequate lug nut counterbore depths. This condition may not provide sufficient lug nut thread engagement. The lug nuts may loosen and fall off, allowing the wheel to separate from the vehicle.
The fix
Dealer will inspect and, if neessary, will replace the wheels without charge to owner.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: suspension; wheels.Consequences of defect: wheel separation during vehicle operation could causeloss of vehicle control and an accident.Note: unusual vehicle vibration and noise may alert the driver to the loosewheel condition.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 77V199000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.