Ranger 2WD V6-3.0L VIN U (1998)
Wheels: Recalls
Recall 98V021000: Incorrect Tire Certification Label
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 98V021000
Component: EQUIPMENT: CERTIFICATION LABEL
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Year: 1998
Make: FORD TRUCK
Model: RANGER
Year of Recall: '98
Type of Report: Vehicle
Potential Number of Units Affected: 11500
Summary:
Vehicle Description: Light duty four-wheel drive pickup trucks equipped with Off-Road Option. The tire and rim identification information is incorrect
on these vehicles. This does not comply with the requirements
of FMVSS No. 120, "Tire Selection and Rims for Motor Vehicles other than Passenger Cars."
The 16" tires could not be inflated on the specified 15x7.0J rim.
Owners will be sent a Safety Certification Label partial overlay which will contain the correct rim size, and instructions for affixing this label to the
vehicle. If an owner so desires, their Ford dealer can install the label for them.
Owner notification began July 6, 1998. Owners who do not receive the correct label within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
