The problem
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.
The risk
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.
The fix
Due to the age of the vehicles and this recall affecting original equipment tires only, Ford will no longer accept claims for this campaign.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 97V-187 (97V187000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 97S90 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Tires › Bead |
| Report date | October 29, 1997 |
| Owners notified | December 1, 1997 |
| Vehicles affected | 31,600 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the wheels & tires
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 97V-187 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Due to the age of the vehicles and this recall affecting original equipment tires only, Ford will no longer accept claims for this campaign.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 31,600 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.