The problem
Some of the involved vehicles may have been equipped with lr78-15 "c" load range truck tires instead of lr78-15 "b" load range passenger car tires. The wheels presently on the involved vehicles are intended for use with passenger vehicle tires and were not rated for the higher maximum air pressure and load ratings molded into the sidewall of the lr78-15 "c" load range truck tires.
The fix
The dealer will inspect and, if necessary, replace "c" load range tires with "b" load range tires, without charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: passenger vehicles.System: suspension; wheels, tires.Consequences of defect: inflation to the maximum pressure stated on thesidewall of the "c" load range tire may produce wheel rim loading greater thanthat intended. The potential exists for wheel rim cracking, resulting in rapidair loss, loss of vehicle control and an accident.
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 78V044000.
- 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.