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NHTSA recall 98V021000

Equipment · Ford Motor Company

February 2, 1998report date
11,500units affected
Vehicle recalltype
Details

What's wrong: 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."

Why it matters: The 16" tires could not be inflated on the specified 15x7.0j rim.

The fix: Owners will be sent a safety certificaiton 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.

Affected vehicles on MotorDeets

All model years NHTSA lists

1998 Ford Ranger.

Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 98V021000.

Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.