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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 16V046📅 Jan 28, 2016

2016 Ford E-350 & 2016 Ford E-450 recall: electrical system

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The risk

If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

🔧 The fix

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.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
16V046000
Manufacturer recall #
16S01
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Vehicles affected
75
Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Owner phone
1-866-436-7332
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Feb 19, 2016
Built
Nov 3, 2014 – Dec 10, 2015
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 16V046 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 16V046?

2016 Ford E-350 & 2016 Ford E-450. 75 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-866-436-7332.