NHTSA Recall 19V903000
Filed by Ford Motor Company. Component: Tires. Reported 2019-12-18. An estimated 33 vehicles are affected. Recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer.
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 F-150 trucks equipped with 17-inch spare tires. The spare tire could have been damaged when it was installed on the rim.
Risk
The damage can cause the tire to rapidly lose air pressure or detach from the wheel, increasing the risk of a crash.
What the manufacturer will do
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the spare tire, free of charge. The recall began January 13, 2020. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S55.
Manufacturer campaign number: 19S55
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.