Ford · Canada · High
Ford F-150, F-450 Super Duty +6 more: Structure
Affects Ford F-150, F-450 Super Duty, F-350 Super Duty, F-350 Chassis Cab, F-550 Chassis Cab, F-450 Chassis Cab, F-550 Super Duty, F-250 Super Duty · 2015–2017 — about 222K vehicles.
The hazard
On certain vehicles, door latch shielding may not be sufficient. As a result, water could enter into the side door latch and freeze, causing the latch mechanism to bind after opening. In addition, latch actuation cables may have been bent or kinked during installation, and could result in latch binding. A frozen door latch, or bent or kinked actuation cable may result in a door that will not open or will not close. If a latch does not fully engage the door striker, there is a potential for a door to open while the vehicle is in motion, which could increase the risk of injury. Correction: Dealers will install water shields over the door latches and the door latch actuation cables will be inspected and repaired if needed.
What to do
Contact your dealer; the remedy details were not included in the filing.