NHTSA recall 07V534000
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
Ford F-650 SD and 1 more
Reported Nov 20, 2007737 vehicles affectedFORD MOTOR COMPANYMaker’s number 07V11Built Apr 23, 2007 – Aug 23, 2007
The defect
On certain trucks equipped with caterpillar C7 or C9 diesel engines, a fuel pump failure will dilute the engine oil with fuel and may cause the turbocharger to fail and cause loss of throttle control with warning.
The risk
The warning may be experienced by erratic performance and excessive smoke. both of these conditions may result in a situation where a vehicle crash could occur.
The remedy
Ford IS working with caterpillar to have the fuel pump replaced free of charge (please see 07e053). owners may contact caterpillar at 309-675-6496 or ford at 1-800-392-3673.