1996 Ford F-350 Recalls

What To Do If Your F-350 Has Been Recalled

The following recalls have been announced by Ford, so if you own a 1996 F-350 take action immediately to get your automobile fixed. Interested in how this information is collected? Read more about recalls and the NHTSA.

1. Call Ford to get more information. Verify that the cost of repairs will be covered free of charge.
2. Setup an appointment with a local authorized mechanic to schedule your maintenance.
3. Keep up to date with recalls for your vehicle by following this page.

Recent 1996 F-350 Recalls

• VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Recall for 1996 Ford F-350

  • Recall Announced AUGUST 01 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06V286000
  • Number Affected 1,200,000

  Summary: On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.

  Consequence: Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.

  Fix: Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. The recall began on August 7, 2006. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332. (note: Also see recalls 05V017 and 05V388)

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06V286000 »

• EXTERIOR LIGHTING Recall for 1996 Ford F-350

  • Recall Announced MAY 24 2006
  • NHTSA Reference #06E049000
  • Number Affected 27,176

  Summary: Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the passenger vehicles listed above. Some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.

  Consequence: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.

  Fix: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. The recall began on July 1, 2006. Owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #06E049000 »

• EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS Recall for 1996 Ford F-350

  • Recall Announced AUGUST 29 1996
  • NHTSA Reference #96V161000
  • Number Affected 134,770

  Summary: 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."

  Consequence: Incorrect inflation pressures could cause premature wear of the rear tires. .

  Fix: Owners will be provided with correct certification labels and instructions for installing these labels. Dealers can install this label if the owner so desires.

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #96V161000 »

• STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS Recall for 1996 Ford F-350

  • Recall Announced AUGUST 01 1996
  • NHTSA Reference #96V146000
  • Number Affected 200

  Summary: The crossmember frame gussets were installed with undersized threaded fasteners following a breakdown of the production rivet gun that is generally used. This gusset is the attachment point for the rear strap of the mid-ship fuel tank.

  Consequence: The subject fasteners can separate causing in the rear strap of the affected fuel tank to become disconnected. A loose or disconnected rear strap allows the fuel tank to possibly contact the road surface increasing the risk of a vehicle fire.

  Fix: Dealers will replace the crossmember gusset fasteners with the specified alternative fasteners (bolts).

  For detailed information & supporting documents, see the official NHTSA page concerning recall #96V146000 »