The problem
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with commercial truck tires that have steel cords in the tire sidewall. The valve stems May have been torn or damaged during assembly and could leak causing sidewall damage.
The risk
If not maintained, could result in a sidewall zipper failure. A zipper failure during inflation of a damaged tire could result in injury to someone near the tire.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the valve stems for leakage, and will replace both the valve stem and the tire if leakage is present. Owner notification began March 28, 2001. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 01V-046 (01V046000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01S05 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Tires › Valve |
| Report date | February 14, 2001 |
| Owners notified | March 28, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 102,000 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 01V-046 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the valve stems for leakage, and will replace both the valve stem and the tire if leakage is present. Owner notification began March 28, 2001.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 102,000 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.