Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
Your vehicle's trailer brake control system may not work as it should, which could make it harder to stop the vehicle when towing a trailer.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you may need to stop your vehicle in a longer distance than usual, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will reprogram the control module in your vehicle at no cost to you, and you'll be notified when it's time to schedule the repair.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2016 E-350 and E-450 vehicles manufactured November 3, 2014, to December 10, 2015 and equipped with a 6.8L engine and an optional trailer brake controller. The trailer braking system may fail, increasing the distance needed to stop the vehicle.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module, free of charge. The recall began on February 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S01. Note: This recall supersedes 15V-710. Any vehicle previously repaired under 15V-710 will need to be repaired again.
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