NHTSA Recall 02V239000: Labels (equipment)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 80,254 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Expedition.
| NHTSA campaign | 02V239000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 02L10 |
| Component | EQUIPMENT › OTHER › LABELS |
| Report received | September 9, 2002 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Certain 4x2 sport utility vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." the rear tire pressure is incorrectly listed on the label for 4.2 vehicles.
Safety risk
Customers may inflate their rear tires based on the incorrect tire pressure information on the certification label.
Remedy
A supplementary label will be sent to customers to place near the certification label to identify the appropriate rear tire pressure. The customer may also have the dealer install the label on the vehicle, if they so desire. Owner notification is expected to begin during september or october 2002. Owners who do not receive the free label and installation instructions within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
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 02V239000
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.