NHTSA recall 07V139000
Power train › Automatic transmission › Control module (tcm/pcm/tecm)
Ford F-250 and 3 more
Reported Mar 26, 200733,169 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYMaker’s number 07S49Built Jun 13, 2006 – Mar 9, 2007
The defect
On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4L diesel engine, excessive temperatures in the diesel particulate filter in the exhaust system may result from excess hydrocarbons in the exhaust.
The risk
Lack of power or rough operation, unusual noises from the engine or exhaust, white smoke from the exhaust, and potentially a visible flame out the tailpipe can occur.
The remedy
Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. the recall began on april 3, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.