1999 Ford E-350
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
9 recalls name the 1999 Ford E-350. Newest first.
Ford IS recalling model years 1995-2003 windstar, 2000-2003 excursion diesel, 1993-1997 and 1999-2003 F-250 sd through F-550 sd diesel, 1992-2003 E-150 through E-550, 1995-2002 explorer, 1997 and 2002 mercury mountaineer, 1995-1997 and 2001-2003 ranger, and 1994 F53 vehicles equipped with the texas instruments speed control deactivation switch (scds). the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners that dealers will install a fused wiring harness in line with the scds. on 1999-2003 windstar vehicles with a leaking scds, dealers will also inspect the ABS control module connector and repair as necessary. repairs will be completed free of charge. the safety recall began on october 27, 2009. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
Ford IS recalling 225,000 my 1992-2003 econoline, my 1993-1995 taurus sho, my 1992-1998 crown victoria, my 1993 bronco, f-series, my 1995-1997 f-series super duty stripped chassis, my 1992-1998 mercury grand marquis, and my 1992-1995 lincoln town car vehicles. the affected vehicles were previously repaired using a wiring harness that IS not compatible with…
Risk and remedy
Risk
As a result, the fuse IS located in the output circuit rather than in the intended input power feed circuit, and may not offer the intended protection in the event of an electrical short to ground.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new wiring harness, or replace the mating electrical component. the recall began on february 18, 2008. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This could result in an underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. as soon as repair parts are available (expected october 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. the recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
On certain vans equipped with sure-lok wheelchair securement systems, the sprocket teeth of the retractor assembly IS out of alignment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a vehicle crash, the wheelchair may not be adequately secured possibly resulting in injuries to a wheelchair occupant.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the wheelchair securement retractors as necessary. sure-lok will handle the repairs for this campaign. owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.
Vehicle description: on certain vans with ambulance prep packages or other severe-duty applications involving operation at or near the gross vehicle weight with frequent twisting of the vehicle body, such as off-road, rough road or speed bump events, the 35 gallon mid-ship fuel tank could develop a crack where it contacts the frame cross member. if the…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the fuel tank and, if cracked, will replace the tank. insulator pads will be installed on all vehicles to reduce the stress levels in the fuel tank. owner notification began april 19, 2001. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle description: bi-fuel CNG pickup trucks and bi-fuel CNG vans, modified by cfi control systems, inc., fail to conform to the requirements of fmvss no. 303, "fuel system integrity of compressed natural gas vehicles." the label affixed to the fuel filler door by the vehicle modifier contains the inspection date and expiration date of the CNG tank.…
Risk and remedy
Risk
These vehicles do not comply with the requirements.
Remedy
Owners will be provided a label with the required statement, along with instructions for affixing the label at the fuel filler door. owner notification began november 2, 2000. owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle description: cutaways and stripped chassis with single rear wheels. the lug nuts can potentially bottom out on a shoulder on the studs.
Risk and remedy
Risk
If this occurs, there can be an inadequate clamp load to attach the wheel to the axle, resulting in noise, damage to the wheel and hub, or in extreme cases, loss of a rear wheel while the vehicle IS being driven.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the rear wheel attaching studs.
Vehicle description: utility vans equipped with the "60/40" hinged side cargo doors. the strikers for the 60/40 door single latch system were found to contain stress cracks at the striker wire lower stake joint. strikers with stress cracks may not meet the requirements of fmvss no. 206, "door locks and door retention components."
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of a crash, the door strikers may not hold the door, increasing the risk of personal injury or property damage.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the door striker.
Vehicle description: pickup trucks built with single rear wheels and equipped with 3.55:1 and 3.73:1 axle ratio. these vehicles were built with incorrect speedometer driven gears, resulting in a lower speedometer reading than the actual vehicle speed being driven.
Risk and remedy
Risk
This can result in the vehicle being driven at an unsafe or illegal speed should the driver not realize that his vehicle road speed IS greater than the speedometer indication.
Remedy
Dealers will install the correct speedometer gear.
Owner complaints
72 complaints5 involved a crash3 involved a fire22 injuries2 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Tires › Tread/belt
The contact owns a 1999 Ford E-350 Jamboree equipped with Sailun Tires, Tire Line: Terramax H/T, Tire Size: 225/75/R16, DOT Number: (535PLE50). The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, there were pieces of the driver's side inside dual tire striking the underside of the vehicle…
The contact owns a 1999 Ford E-350 Jamboree equipped with Sailun Tires, Tire Line: Terramax H/T, Tire Size: 225/75/R16, DOT Number: (535PLE50). The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 MPH, there were pieces of the driver's side inside dual tire striking the underside of the vehicle and hitting the highway. The contact managed to drive the vehicle back to his residence. The contact stated that the tread had separated leaving only the steel belt and the side wall. The vehicle was not taken to be diagnosed. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 80,000 and the tire failure mileage was 5,000.
- Steering · Wheels
I recently purchased a used 24' 1999 winnebago itasca spirit with very low mileage and at that time I noticed a shaking or vibration problem possibly coming from the tires. I owned a motor home in the past and have some experience. This motor home sat for several years so I attributed the shaking…
I recently purchased a used 24' 1999 winnebago itasca spirit with very low mileage and at that time I noticed a shaking or vibration problem possibly coming from the tires. I owned a motor home in the past and have some experience. This motor home sat for several years so I attributed the shaking to the memory in the rubber of flat spots on the bottom from sitting for a long time that usually smooth out when driven especially after 30 or 40 miles on a warm day, but after a 400 mile trip it didn't smooth out, in fact it seems to have worsened. Before purchasing it from a private party I ran an instavin and carfax report and only discovered an uncompleted nhtsa recall #05s28 on the speed control only. I then searched several forums and discovered many, many reports of the same problem with the shaking and learned it IS due to faulty wheels and ford IS not making good the problem but offered an expensive fix that I understand IS also iffy. I am very concerned about my family's safety driving on these defective wheels and first looked into replacing the tires which I learned isn't the problem but the faulty wheels that were an oem ford part, so I want to add my complaint to the many you already have and maybe ford will fix this potentially serious safety problem.
- Air bags
I was in an accident and my air bags did not work I have damage to front end and rear end
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350 equipped with nexen tires, tire line: roadian ht, tire size: lt225/ 75r16 (n/a), and dot number: beakbamr3312. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel started violently shaking without warning. The vehicle was taken to an…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350 equipped with nexen tires, tire line: roadian ht, tire size: lt225/ 75r16 (n/a), and dot number: beakbamr3312. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the steering wheel started violently shaking without warning. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic where it was diagnosed that the front passenger side tire steel belt was fractured and needed to be replaced. The tire was not replaced. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate vehicle failure mileage was 91,012 and the approximate tire failure mileage was 14,913.
- Fuel/propulsion system
The vehicle stalls on numerous occasions due to lack of fuel. Investigation proved that the interior paint of the gas tank peals blocking the fuel pump. Research shows that delamination of the gas tank IS frequent in this model causing a very unsafe condition as the van can stop at anytime as it looses power and propulsion due to the paint flakes blocking the fuel. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F350. The contact stated that while driving 60 mph, the contact noticed that the fuel tank was dangling from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic for diagnosis where it was stated that the fuel tank support straps were rusted. The vehicle was repaired and the manufacturer was not notified. The approximate failure mileage was 150,000.
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350 equipped with unicorn creation LT tires, line size 225/75/r16. The contact stated that she heard a loud noise outside the vehicle and noticed that the passenger side rear outer tire blew out. The tire was taken to a tire shop and they stated that the steel belt separated. The failure mileage was 73,498.
- Tires
TL* the contact owns 1999 ford E-350 equipped with runway enduro ht tires, line sizes lt225/75/r16. The contact stated that after inspecting the driver side rear outer tire she noticed that it had become deflated. The tire was taken to a tire shop who stated that cracks had developed in the tire walls and the steel belt separated. The failure mileage was 73,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford E350 van. The contact stated that the diesel fuel tank developed corrosion. The corrosion had filtered into the engine and caused the engine to stall while the contact was driving 65 mph. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic who advised that the entire…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford E350 van. The contact stated that the diesel fuel tank developed corrosion. The corrosion had filtered into the engine and caused the engine to stall while the contact was driving 65 mph. The contact took the vehicle to a local mechanic who advised that the entire fuel system needed to be replaced due to the corrosion. The contact had the fuel tank and fuel injectors cleaned previously but the cleaning did not remedy the issue. The failure mileage was 285,000. The vin was not available.
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford E350. The contact was driving 35 mph when the vehicle exhibited an abnormal pop. Immediately, fuel flooded into the vehicle cabin. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer advised the contact that they had to replace the spark plug. The manufacturer was…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford E350. The contact was driving 35 mph when the vehicle exhibited an abnormal pop. Immediately, fuel flooded into the vehicle cabin. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the dealer advised the contact that they had to replace the spark plug. The manufacturer was contacted but provided no assistance. The failure mileage was 372,000 and the current mileage IS 372,500 updated 07/06/12 *bf the cylinder heads were replaced as well. Updated 07/12/12
- Service brakes, electric
Ford E-350 and E-250 vans, both are year,1999 the antilock and brake lights came on simultaneously at a 105K miles on each. There should be no reason for this and I also noticed many others with the same issues. It will impose a safety issue because I seen a web site mentioning how to disconnect…
Ford E-350 and E-250 vans, both are year,1999 the antilock and brake lights came on simultaneously at a 105K miles on each. There should be no reason for this and I also noticed many others with the same issues. It will impose a safety issue because I seen a web site mentioning how to disconnect dash lights for both. Please take this into consideration before auto owners start disconnecting wire harness. [xxx] parts of this document have been redacted to protect personally identifiable information pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6). *tr
- Wheels
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed that the rear of the vehicle was low. The contact stopped and inspected the vehicle but could find nothing wrong. When she reached her residence, she saw that the driver side rear…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the contact noticed that the rear of the vehicle was low. The contact stopped and inspected the vehicle but could find nothing wrong. When she reached her residence, she saw that the driver side rear tire lug nuts had ripped of the wheel and fractured the rim. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer or repaired. The failure mileage was approximately 141,000.
- Electrical system · Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Vehicle speed control
1999 ford E350 caught fire and burned to a total loss while sitting cold in my driveway. I bought the vehicle used on nov 8, 2010. Dec 12, 2010 I drove about 3 miles to the grocery around 20:30; I returned home and parked the vehicle in my driveway about 20:45. about 22:15 a passing car observed…
1999 ford E350 caught fire and burned to a total loss while sitting cold in my driveway. I bought the vehicle used on nov 8, 2010. Dec 12, 2010 I drove about 3 miles to the grocery around 20:30; I returned home and parked the vehicle in my driveway about 20:45. about 22:15 a passing car observed flames coming from the front of the vehicle and flaring to contact my house. The witness alerted me at my door. I immediately grabbed the garden hose and attempted to spray water into the front grill, left side to put out the fire. I could not see where the actual fire was as the hood was closed, I sprayed where the flames exited the grill. The wind was blowing about 20 mph and I could not extinguish the flames. The vehicle was facing north, the wind blowing from west to east. The flames began to shoot out from the passenger wheel well in a horizontal streak as the wind stoked the fire. Neighbors called 911 while I diverted the water spray from the vehicle to the house and garage since the van was parked within 2 feet of the garage door and the wind now had flames shooting 8-12' high and brushing the wood garage door. The firemen arrived, knocked the vehicle hood off with a tool and sprayed the engine compartment to extinguish the fire. Due to the wind, the van was completely fire gutted and a total loss. The fire inspector advised me of the ford cruise control recall and said he could find no other possible cause for the fire in the engine compartment as there were no leaks of any kind and no recent repairs in the engine compartment. Local ford dealers have declined to tell me if my vin had warranty work to repair the switch. *Tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
I was doing some city driving in my ford van and all of a sudden it started to sound rough and like my muffler fell off. I stopped had it towed and they told me the spark plug had blown out of the engine. When looking into it seems that it IS a fairly common problem. My understanding IS that if I…
I was doing some city driving in my ford van and all of a sudden it started to sound rough and like my muffler fell off. I stopped had it towed and they told me the spark plug had blown out of the engine. When looking into it seems that it IS a fairly common problem. My understanding IS that if I had not turned the engine off quickly I could have had a fire in there as there still IS gas and combustion going on(the other 9 plugs) now I don't know if or when the other plugs will go on me ands am afraid to drive the car more than a taxi cab ride home. *Tr
- Fuel system, other
Recall 01v114000: possible fuel tank crack. I took my van in for brake work. it was discovered that there IS a fuel tank crack. I received a recall report from my mechanic from alldate online stating that this IS an issue that happens to my type of vehicle. it IS a van that I use for work.*cw
- Engine and engine cooling · Engine and engine cooling › Engine
I have a 1999 chinook class c with a ford E-350 chassis powered by a triton V-10. Shortly after buying it used we had a spark plug pop out. It was an original plug. We had them changed and took a cross country trip. As we were coming up on memphis tn. Another plug blew out. We were on an…
I have a 1999 chinook class c with a ford E-350 chassis powered by a triton V-10. Shortly after buying it used we had a spark plug pop out. It was an original plug. We had them changed and took a cross country trip. As we were coming up on memphis tn. Another plug blew out. We were on an interchange in a very dangerous place. We could not get out as there was a freeway on both sides. It took 3 1/2 hours to get us out of harms way. Just last weekend it happened again though I drove off the freeway. I have since read that this could cause a fire as the gas IS getting pushed out the plug hole and the plug IS out and firing. I have done some research and ford says the plugs were not torqued to spec which caused it to happen. We had our original plugs when it 1ST happened. I also read online where a dealer had a very low mileage V-10 with original plugs and it happened to him. I think these heads are defective and should be replaced. I cannot find aftermarket heads so I would feel safer. It has always happened going down the freeway. The mechanic at the shop where it IS says he has a ford kit to repair the heads. He says it IS the only kit for this he has ever seen yet ford denies there IS a real problem. I just feel lucky I have been able to get off the road each time. These engines are in many rv's and larger trucks which are harder to maneuver i.e. More dangerous. *Tr
- Tires
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford E350. the vehicle has kumho road venture tires, size lt/225/75/r16 (na). while driving 65 mph, the front driver's side tire blew out and the tread separated. the door of the vehicle was damaged. he took the vehicle to the local tire repair shop and the technician…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford E350. the vehicle has kumho road venture tires, size lt/225/75/r16 (na). while driving 65 mph, the front driver's side tire blew out and the tread separated. the door of the vehicle was damaged. he took the vehicle to the local tire repair shop and the technician stated that the tire was dry rotted. no repairs have been made. the contact IS in the process of notifying the manufacturer. the failure mileage was 15,000.
- Vehicle speed control › Cruise control
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350. the contact received a recall notice in august of 2007 for the vehicle speed control: cruise control. she called the dealer and they explained that the parts were on backorder, but they would disconnect the cruise control until the parts arrived. as of may…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350. the contact received a recall notice in august of 2007 for the vehicle speed control: cruise control. she called the dealer and they explained that the parts were on backorder, but they would disconnect the cruise control until the parts arrived. as of may 16, 2008, the parts are still unavailable. the contact believes that nearly a year IS completely unreasonable to not have received the parts by now. there had been no failure to date; however, she wants her cruise control reconnected. the recall number was unknown.
- Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
1999 ford E350 with only 48,000 miles has the brake lines so badly rusted that they are leaking brake fluid. The vehicle can't be driven until all the brake lines are replaced. Replacement parts are not available from ford. I must fabricate replacements from generic parts. It should be a…
1999 ford E350 with only 48,000 miles has the brake lines so badly rusted that they are leaking brake fluid. The vehicle can't be driven until all the brake lines are replaced. Replacement parts are not available from ford. I must fabricate replacements from generic parts. It should be a requirement that brake lines be made from stainless steel so they can't rust out. This IS a clear dangerous condition that could be eliminated if manufacturer were required to use stainless steel which will not rust. I almost drove through my garage door when the brake pedal went to the floor when the rusted brake line burst. I had to jam on the parking brake to stop the vehicle. This happens without warning one day the brakes work the next day they don't. Make brake lines from stainless steel so they won't rust!! *tr
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350. the contact stated that the spark plug has blown out of the head due to the lack of threading needing to keep it in place. the mechanic informed him that the failure has occurred three times within the last five weeks. there are no recalls available for…
Tl*the contact owns a 1999 ford E-350. the contact stated that the spark plug has blown out of the head due to the lack of threading needing to keep it in place. the mechanic informed him that the failure has occurred three times within the last five weeks. there are no recalls available for this failure. the mechanic also stated that this could be due to a design flaw. the vin was invalid. the failure mileage was 139,000 and current mileage was 140,000.
- Engine and engine cooling
1999 ford E350. Consumer states that while driving he noticed smoke in the cab and the engine started to die. Consumer pulled over the vehicle became engulfed with flames. *Mc the consumer believed the fire started in the engine. (ohio traffic crash report)*jb
- Engine and engine cooling
During normal town driving, a spark plug was blown from passenger-side engine head, second from closest to passenger compartment. No prior issues with engine. Plugs not recently replaced. No obvious tell-tale signs that failure was immanent. vast majority of vehicle's 140K mileage was long run on…
During normal town driving, a spark plug was blown from passenger-side engine head, second from closest to passenger compartment. No prior issues with engine. Plugs not recently replaced. No obvious tell-tale signs that failure was immanent. vast majority of vehicle's 140K mileage was long run on interstate. threads were stripped, ignition coil was destroyed. no information from ford regarding how to fix, other than a dealers suggestions to replace head or replace engine. No information on fords web site. *Jb
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Gasoline
Spark plug popped out of engine. *nm
- Tires › Tread/belt
Consumer tread on left rear tire separated. *ts the vehicle was towing a travel trailer at the time of the tread separation. the trailer/van fishtailed violently and went down an embankment. the trailer ended up rolling over and caused the van to also roll onto it's side. this was the second goodyear wrangler tire on the vehicle to separate. the first tread separation occurred sept 2004*nm
- Engine and engine cooling
Dt: had an engine failure while towing a boat. Had brakes but no power brakes. This happened on july 30, 2005. the service engine light came on and a few second later the engine failed. The module that controlled the fuel injection failed. There was a hole coin the back of it, and it affected the whole engine. Water dripped out of the part when the mechanic took it off. *ak
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- HVAC Switch Failures
This investigation was opened based on one complaint and reports from four transportation fleets alleging 182 blower motor control switch failures.ODI was concerned that these melting and burning switches could lead to an open flame that could spread throughout the vehicle.After a comprehensive review of all data…
This investigation was opened based on one complaint and reports from four transportation fleets alleging 182 blower motor control switch failures.ODI was concerned that these melting and burning switches could lead to an open flame that could spread throughout the vehicle.After a comprehensive review of all data related to overheating blower motor control switches in the subject vehicles, ODI did not identify the existence of a safety defect trend.ODI reviewed 1,036 complaints, claims, and field reports of failed blower motor control switches and determined that only two fires were likely to have been caused by a failing subject blower motor control switch.This represents a failure rate of 0.2 R/100K on a population of 1,076,975 vehicles that have been in service for up to 14 years.ODI has found that when the subject switches do fail and begin to melt, they are constructed in a manner that typically prevents the failing switch from igniting and developing into an open flame.Ford Motor Company has agreed to take two actions to further reduce the likelihood an overheated blower motor switch in the subject vehicles.Ford informed ODI that it has implemented a series of design changes to the subject switch that will help prevent it from developing internal high resistance short circuits.Ford has also informed ODI that it would release a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB-11-11-21) instructing subject vehicle owners to replace the electrical connector at the same time a failed switch is replaced.In light of the low rate of failure resulting in open flame and fire spread on the subject vehicles, and Ford's actions to reduce the likelihood of a switch failure through switch design changes and a TSB, further use of agency resources does not appear to be warranted.The closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by NHTSA that no safety-related defect exists.The agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.The ODI complaints cited above can be reviewed at www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/owners/SearchNHTSAID under the following (ODI) numbers: 10427875, 10114393, 10257890For additional information, see the attached closing report.
- HVAC Switch Failures
ODI has received 1 complaint and reports from 4 transportation fleets alleging 182 switch failures.Each fleet operates mini buses built on a Ford E350 or E450 cutaway chassis.The OEM HVAC blower switches have melted, smoked, burned or experienced open flame and become inoperable on vehicles in each fleet.Some drivers…
ODI has received 1 complaint and reports from 4 transportation fleets alleging 182 switch failures.Each fleet operates mini buses built on a Ford E350 or E450 cutaway chassis.The OEM HVAC blower switches have melted, smoked, burned or experienced open flame and become inoperable on vehicles in each fleet.Some drivers have reported a burning smell or smoke coming from the dash.One fleet reported a vehicle fire.No injuries were sustained.However, the bus was carrying special needs children when the driver noticed smoke coming from the dash.The driver was able to evacuate the children prior to the vehicle becoming engulfed in flames.This PE has been upgraded to an Engineering Analysis (EA) to determine if the blower motor switch failures create a situation where a vehicle fire is possible and presents a safety risk to the driver and other passengers.
- Spark plug ejection from cylinder head
On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton V-8 and V-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or…
On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton V-8 and V-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi IS not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi IS aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi?s analysis showed, it IS possible for a spark plug to detach from the engine cylinder threads in the subject vehicles.however, odi?s analysis of 474 complaints describing such incidents found only a very few alleged any safety-related consequences.none of these showed any evidence of a serious safety consequence.given the large population and relatively long exposure time of the subject vehicles, the complaint analysis indicates that the risk to motor vehicle safety from the alleged defect IS very low.in view of the foregoing, it IS unlikely that nhtsa would issue an order for the notification and remedy of the alleged defect at the conclusion of the investigation requested in the petition.therefore, in view of the need to allocate and prioritize nhtsa?s limited resources to best accomplish the agency?s safety mission, the petition IS denied.
- Rapid tire deflation
This investigation was opened on certain ford pickup trucks and vans to evaluate the effects of a valve stem ejection (with rapid air loss) and a slow leaking valve stem on vehicle handing.during the investigation, odi evaluated over 1,100 complaints and warranty claims, conducted vehicle dynamic testing on a subject…
This investigation was opened on certain ford pickup trucks and vans to evaluate the effects of a valve stem ejection (with rapid air loss) and a slow leaking valve stem on vehicle handing.during the investigation, odi evaluated over 1,100 complaints and warranty claims, conducted vehicle dynamic testing on a subject vehicle with the failure mode replicated, interviewed owners, and examined complaint vehicles in the field.the results of the test program indicates the effect of a valve stem ejection on these vehicles IS easily controlled. Further, with a population of almost 900,000 vehicles, having two to four years of exposure, odi IS aware of only 3 minor crashes and IS unaware of any injuries.the small number of crashes relative to the large population of vehicles IS consistent with the testing which was performed. Therefore, this investigation IS closed.see the attached report for full technical details.
- Blow back during refueling
There is no summary currently available
Service bulletins
Technical service bulletins and other communications the manufacturer sent dealers about this vehicle. Ask a dealer for the full document by its number.
- 10148820This SKU is a front upper ball joint. The Customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to inspect for ball studs with excessive rotational friction in the ball joint assembly. Excessive friction in the ball joint assembly may cause a perceptible increase in steering effort.
- 10022675Brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes.
- 10018941Vibration/harshness above 45 mph (72 km/h) after tire balance.
- 10013298Cracks in the left or right spring tower flange. Spring tower weld repair and replacement procedure.
- 10007350Clunk from front suspension.
- 10004072A bump steer steering feeling, noted when the vehicle's front wheels/tires contact road surface irregularities.
- 10003149Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with no hard fault.
- 6092006Subject regarding tire balance hint.
- 6091808Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code p1298.
- 637767Subject regarding early wear of the inner brake pad on the rear disc brakes.
- 637519Some vehicles equipped with 4r70w transmission (driveshaft >70 inch) may exhibit a vibration / roughness on acceleration or under load at about 50-55 mph.
- 630683Concerns with bump steer steering feeling noted when front wheels / tires contact road surface irregularities.
- 630150Some vehicles without front brake dust shields may exhibit premature wear of the front wheel bearings.
- 624689Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel fill valve sealing condition.
- 622802Some vehicles equipped with 4r70w transmission (driveshaft >70 inch) may exhibit a driveline vibration / roughness on acceleration or under load at about 50 - 55 mph.
- 622744Some cut-away vehicles may exhibit anti-skid brake system diagnostic trouble code c1229, c1230 and c1237.
- 620986Subject regarding overview of bi-fuel CNG vehicle parameter identification data (pid), inputs and outputs as a diagnostic aid for bi-fuel vehicles.
- 620283Information pertaining to vehicles exhibiting damage to the lower rear brake caliper boots when the vehicle IS driven extensively on gravel surfaces.
- 619476Some cutaways equipped with single rear wheels (only) may exhibit early rear brake wear when operated in muddy or slushy conditions even after following ssm 14576 (install rear brake dust shield assemblies).
- 619273Some bi-fuel vehicles may exhibit a no start condition.
- 618568This bulletin involves fuel door label application / replacement.
- 617963Some vehicles may exhibit early wear of the inner brake pad on the rear disc brakes, if used in mud, slush, dirt, or other severe conditions.
- 615514Subject regarding engine diagnostic guide for warranty reimbursement.
- 615427This bulletin states that replacement under warranty of certain specified components on any 7.3L dit diesel vehicle, requires that the replaced component be returned with the appropriate year diesel engine diagnostic guide for warranty reimbursement.
- 613574Some vehicles may exhibit damage to the lower rear brake caliber boots when the vehicle IS used extensively on gravel surfaces. **Mr
- 612791Vehicles without front dust shields may exhibit premature wear of the front wheel bearings due to damaged inner wheel bearing seals. *Mjs
- 612667Some vehicles may exhibit damage to the lower rear brake caliper boots when the vehicle IS driven extensively on gravel surfaces.
- 612481Some vehicles may exhibit damage to the lower rear brake caliper boots when the vehicle IS driven extensively on gravel surfaces.
- 612290Without front brake dust shields may exhibit premature wear of the front wheel bearings due to damaged inner wheel bearing seals.
- 606839Addressing tire balance hints.
- 605259Service tips for identifying injector driver module (idm) failure with diagnostic trouble code p1298.
- 603506Excessive white smoke. Verify glow plug operation by performing glow plug system operation check on the hard start/no start diagnostic sheet.
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