Ford Recall 16V-182: Parking brake

Affected: 2015–2016 Ford F-650 SD, 2015–2016 Ford F-750 SD. Filed with NHTSA on March 31, 2016, covering about 4,654 vehicles.

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015-2016 F-650 and F-750 trucks manufactured January 28, 2015, to November 30, 2015. The clip that connects the hand operated parking brake actuator cable to the intermediate parking brake cable may fail.

The risk

If the parking brake cable connector clip fails, the vehicle may unexpectedly roll, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable connector clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S15.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign16V-182 (16V182000)
Manufacturer number16S15
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentParking brake
Report dateMarch 31, 2016
Owners notifiedMay 19, 2016
Vehicles affected4,654
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the brakes

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 16V-182 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the parking brake cable connector clip, free of charge. The recall began on May 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S15.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4,654 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.