The bead area of the tire was cut which could result in air loss. Sudden air loss could occur resulting in a loss of vehicle control.

Tires — Bead

Date Announced
OCT 29, 1997
Vehicles Affected
31,600
Ford Recall #
97S90
NHTSA Campaign #
97V187000
Summary
Vehicle description: Light duty pickup trucks and chassis. The tires on these vehicles were damaged during mounting onto the wheels. Only trucks produced at the Cuautitlan, Mexico plant between September 1, 1996, and July 17, 1997, were affected by the defect.
Actions
Due to the age of the vehicles and this recall affecting original equipment tires only, Ford will no longer accept claims for this campaign.
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