If the vehicle unexpectedly needs an extended braking distance, there would be an increased risk of a crash.

Electrical System — Integrated Trailer Brake Control

Summary

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.

Actions

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.

Documents (14)

• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)/TSB - February 4, 2016 SUBJECT: DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD – Safety Recall 16S01
• Recall Acknowledgement
• Press Release
• Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc) - January 26, 2016 SUBJECT: DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD – Advance Notice – Safety Recall 16S01
• Defect Notice 573 Report
• ISSUED Owner Notification Letter(Part 577)
• Recall Quarterly Report #2, 2016-2
• Recall Quarterly Report - 2016-Q1
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #4, 2016-4
• ISSUED Renotification Notice
• Recall Quarterly Report #3, 2016-3
• Recall Quarterly Report #5, 2017-1
• Recall Quarterly Report #6, 2017-2

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