Transport Canada recalls of interest (March 2022)

Following are summaries of product recalls of interest by Transport Canada.

Transport Canada Recall # 2022-041
Recall Date 2022-02-02
Last Updated 2022-02-10
Notification Type Safety Mfr
System Tires
Issued by BRIDGESTONE-FIRESTONE
Manufacturer Recall Number
Units Affected  10,380
Category Tire

Recall Details
Issue: 
Certain tires may have a defect that can cause the inner liner to crack and the belt edge to separate. If this happens, the tire could fail and suddenly lose air pressure. 
Note: This recall only affects certain tires with a date code of 1821. 
Safety Risk: 
A tire failure could cause a loss of control and increase the risk of a crash. 
Corrective Actions: 
Bridgestone will send a letter to registered owners to advise you of this problem and provide you with instructions for inspecting the tires. You should contact a Bridgestone or Firestone dealer if you have these tires or if you need help inspecting them. Tires that are affected by this recall will be replaced.

Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
FIRESTONE TRANSFORCE AT LT275/70R18 2021 
FIRESTONE TRANSFORCE HT LT275/70R18 2021

Transport Canada Recall # 2022-071
Recall Date 2022-02-17
Last Updated 2022-03-07
Notification Type Compliance Mfr
System Lights And Instruments
Issued by NAVISTAR
Manufacturer Recall Number 22503
Units Affected  464
Category Truck - Med. & H.D.

Recall Details
Issue: 
On certain trucks, the reverse lights may not shine true white light. Canadian regulations require reverse lights to be a within a specific colour range. 
Safety Risk: 
Reverse lights that aren't the correct colour could reduce visibility and increase the risk of a crash. 
Corrective Actions: 
Navistar will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to inspect the date code of the taillights and replace them, as necessary.

Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
INTERNATIONAL LT 2019 
INTERNATIONAL RH 2019 

Transport Canada Recall # 2022-073
Recall Date 2022-02-17
Last Updated 2022-03-07
Notification Type Safety Mfr
System Steering
Issued by FORD
Manufacturer Recall Number 22S08
Units Affected  4,056
Category Chassis Cab, Light Truck & Van, Truck - Med. & H.D.

Recall Details
Issue: 
On certain vehicles, the power steering pressure line may not be properly connected to the brake booster. As a result, power steering fluid could leak and cause a loss of power steering and power brake assist. 
Note: This recall only affects certain E-series incomplete vehicles equipped with dual rear wheels. 
Safety Risk: 
A loss of power brakes can cause a potentially sudden increase in brake pedal force and lead to an increase in stopping distance. A loss of power steering assist can cause a sudden increase in steering effort, especially at low speeds. Both could increase the risk of a crash. 
Corrective Actions: 
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your vehicle to a dealer to inspect the connection between the power steering pressure line and the Hydroboost unit. The power steering line will be replaced if the connection is not secure.

Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
FORD E350 2021 2022 
FORD E450 2021 2022

Transport Canada Recall # 2022-074
Recall Date 2022-02-17
Last Updated 2022-03-03
Notification Type Safety Mfr
System Powertrain
Issued by FORD
Manufacturer Recall Number 22S09
Units Affected  21,783
Category Light Truck & Van

Recall Details
Issue: 
On certain trucks, the insulation under the truck may loosen and damage the driveshaft. If this happens, the driveshaft could break and cause a loss of power to the wheels. A broken driveshaft could also contact the ground and cause a loss of control. Additionally, the truck could move when the transmission is in Park and the parking brake is not used. 
Note: This recall only affects certain SuperCab and Crew Cab models equipped with a gas engine and an aluminum driveshaft. 
Safety Risk: 
A loss of power to the wheels or a loss of control could increase the risk of a crash. A parked vehicle that rolls away could also create the risk of an injury or a crash. 
Corrective Actions: 
Ford will notify owners by mail and instruct you to take your truck to a dealer to add new attachments for the underbody insulators. The dealer will also inspect the driveshaft for damage and repair it, as necessary.

Make Model Model Year(s) Affected
FORD F-250 SUPER DUTY 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022 
FORD F-350 SUPER DUTY 2017 2018 2019 2020 2021 2022