NHTSA recall 16V-778 (16V778000)
fuel system, diesel recall reported October 26, 2016 - about 170 vehicles affected.
- NHTSA campaign number
- 16V778000
- Also written as
- 16V-778
- Manufacturer number
- 16S39
- Reported
- October 26, 2016
- Vehicles affected
- ~170
- Component
- fuel system, diesel
What is being recalled
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2017 Ford F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, and F-550 SD trucks manufactured March 21, 2016, to August 28, 2016. The protective shield on the fuel conditioning module may have inadequate adhesion, allowing the shield to become dislodged.
Why it is dangerous
If the shield becomes dislodged, the drain valve may open resulting in a fuel leak. A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, increases the risk of a fire. Under certain conditions, significant liquid fuel on the road surface may cause a slip hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix (free at any franchised dealer)
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the protective shield, free of charge. The recall began November 11, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S39.
Recall repairs are always free, regardless of vehicle age or where you bought the car. Quote the campaign number 16V-778 when calling a dealer.
Affected 4 models
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.