Recalls
Recall 112982
USA Recall: If the trailer brakes are not activated when the towing vehicle is slowing down, the distance needed to stop the vehicle may be lengthened, increasing the risk of a crash.
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 e-350 and e-450 vehicles manufactured november 3, 2014, to september 1, 2015, and equipped with a 6.8l engine and an optional trailer brake controller. in the affected vehicles, the trailer brake controller may not actuate the trailer brakes.
Corrective Action:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. the recall began on november 10, 2015. owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. ford's number for this recall is 15s32.
Additional 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.
Affected Vehicles