The problem
Certain light duty pickup trucks equipped with a heavy duty service package fail to comply with the requirements of FMVSS no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." a typographical error occurred resulting in an incorrect tire size and pressure on the safety certification label for these vehicles.
The risk
If the tires are inflated to the pressure indicated on the label, the customer will experience a harsher ride.
The fix
Owners will be sent a corrected tire information label and installation instructions. The customer May also have the dealer install the label on the vehicle, if they so desire. Owner notification began December 20, 2001. Owners who do not receive the free label and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 02V-008 (02V008000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 01L07 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Equipment › Other › Labels |
| Report date | January 8, 2002 |
| Owners notified | December 20, 2001 |
| Vehicles affected | 393 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 02V-008 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Owners will be sent a corrected tire information label and installation instructions. The customer May also have the dealer install the label on the vehicle, if they so desire. Owner notification began December 20, 2001.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 393 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.