NHTSA Recall 05V310000: Tread/belt (tires)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 10,061 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford Expedition.
| NHTSA campaign | 05V310000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 05S35 |
| Component | TIRES › TREAD/BELT |
| Report received | July 6, 2005 |
| Owner notification | July 13, 2005 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain sport utility vehicles, the front and rear tires on the driver's side of affected vehicles may have been damaged at the center tread during production.
Safety risk
Over time, the damage may be sufficient to allow belt corrosion ultimately leading to a tread separation, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect all four tires (to ensure inspection of the left hand side tires that may have been rotated to the other side of the vehicle) for tire tread damage and, if necessary, replace the damaged tire. The recall began on july 13, 2005. Owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Ford recall no. 05s35.please note that this program will expire on december 31, 2005.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 05V310000
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.