NHTSA Recall 01V171000: Tires: sidewall
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 52,000 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Explorer.
| NHTSA campaign | 01V171000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 01S18 |
| Component | TIRES › SIDEWALL |
| Report received | May 24, 2001 |
| Owner notification | June 7, 2001 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles. The right side tires may have horizontal cuts on the edge of the tread that could have occurred during vehicle assembly.
Safety risk
Over time, the tire could fail, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the tires and, if any slices are found, the cut tires will be replaced. Owner notification began june 7, 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.
Notes
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 01V171000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.