Ford product recalled over injury risk

Recall date

March 31, 2016

Source

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

Official notice title

Ford Motor Company recalls 2015–2016 Ford F-750 SD, F-650 SD

Recall number

16V182000

Brand / firm

Ford

Sold / distributed

Potentially affected: 4,654 units

Why it was recalled

If the parking brake cable connector clip fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.

What was recalled

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 F-650 and F-750 trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to November 30, 2015. The clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.

What to do

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable connector clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S15.. Follow the official notice for full instructions.