NHTSA recall 15V-251 (15V251000)
structure recall reported April 28, 2015 - about 73 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 15V251000
- Also written as
- 15V-251
- Manufacturer number
- 15S12
- Reported
- April 28, 2015
- Vehicles affected
- ~73
- Component
- structure
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 Ford F-150 vehicles manufactured January 30, 2015, to January 31, 2015. The affected vehicles may have loose or missing underbody heat shields.
Why it is dangerous
A missing underbody heat shield can lead to degradation or melting of the fuel or vapor lines, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the vehicle for missing underbody heat shields and fasteners, and will install the missing components as required, free of charge. The recall began on May 13, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S12.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 15V-251 when calling a dealer.
Affected 1 model
Each year links to that car's full history: every recall, owner complaints and common problems.
Source: NHTSA recall campaign data (public domain), refreshed weekly. See also the latest recall campaigns.