Recall 96V161000: 1996–1997 Ford F-150 and 5 other models
- Report received
- Aug 29, 1996
- Manufacturer
- Ford motor company
- Potentially affected
- 134,770vehicles
- Model years
- 1996–1997
Check your own vehicle. A recall applies only to vehicles within the affected build range. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer.
What NHTSA recorded
The certification labels on the involved vehicles has incorrect rear tire inflation pressure designations. This does not comply with fmvss no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars."
Possible consequence
Incorrect inflation pressures could cause premature wear of the rear tires. .
Remedy
Owners will be provided with correct certification labels and instructions for installing these labels. Dealers can install this label if the owner so desires.
Affected model years
Pages for each model year show complaints, parts, mileage and other recalls.
- 1996 Ford Aerostar104 complaints
- 1996 Ford Explorer1,450 complaints
- 1996 Ford F-150324 complaints
- 1997 Ford F-1502,758 complaints
- 1996 Ford F-250176 complaints
- 1997 Ford F-250304 complaints
- 1996 Ford F-350130 complaints
- 1996 Ford Ranger413 complaints
About this data. Data from NHTSA (ODI) complaints, recalls, TSBs and investigations, updated Oct 28, 2026. Complaints are unverified consumer reports and may be duplicated or inaccurate.