2004 Ford E-350
Safety record from NHTSA: recalls, owner complaints, investigations and service bulletins.
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Recalls
11 recalls name the 2004 Ford E-350. Newest first.
Ford IS recalling certain replacement fuel tanks that could be installed into model year 2004 through 2008 E-150, E-250, and E-350 vans and wagons. the affected fuel tanks have an extra obdii sensor hole on the top of the tank that may not be properly sealed and may leak fuel.
Risk and remedy
Risk
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source may result in a fire.
Remedy
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the fuel tanks free of charge. the safety recall began on november 28, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-800-232-5952.
Van conversions IS recalling 52 my 2004-2007 ford E-150, E-250 E-350 and my 2006 gm savanna 3500 vans built on ford and gm chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift system accessible for motor vehicles," the anti-stow…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
Van conversions IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or van conversions at 610-837-0707.
Van conversions IS recalling 74 my 2004-2007 ford E-150, E-250 E-350 and my 2006 gm savanna 3500 vans built on ford and gm chassis and equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift installations in motor vehicles." the threshold…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Van conversions IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or van conversions at 610-837-0707.
Mobilityworks IS recalling 224 my 2007-2008 ford E150, my 2006-2008 E250, my 2004-2007 E350, my 2006 E450, my 2005-2007 chevrolet 2500, my 2007 chevrolet 1500, and my 2006 dodge 2500 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 404, "platform lift…
Risk and remedy
Risk
The user of the lift could be injured should the lift move unintentionally.
Remedy
Mobilityworks IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e095). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobility works at 1-800-769-8267.
Mobilityworks IS recalling 133 my 2005-2006 ford E250, my 2000, 2004-2006 E350, my 2000, 2005 E450, my 2005-2006 GMC 2500, GMC 3500, and my 2006 dodge 2500 vans equipped with ricon platform style wheelchair lifts. these lifts fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 403, "platform lift systems for motor vehicles."…
Risk and remedy
Risk
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Remedy
Mobilityworks IS working with ricon to correct the wheelchair lifts free of charge (please see 07e097). owners may contact ricon at 1-818-267-3000 or mobilityworks at 1-800-769-8267.
Certain aftermarket fuel filters sold under the purolator brand name, p/n f65277, shipped from january 16 through june 2, 2006, for use on the above listed passenger vehicles. due to incorrect design, the quick connectors may not fully seat with the tube interface, even though the person making the connection may believe that the quick connector IS fully…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Failure of this connection could lead to fuel spillage and, in the presence of an ignition source, a fire could occur.
Remedy
Ufi will notify owners and replace the filters free of charge. the recall began on august 4, 2006. owners may contact ufi filters USA at 800-230-5876.
Certain pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles and vans equipped with 6.0L diesel engines may experience stalling without warning while driving and may or may not restart.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur.
Remedy
Dealers will upgrade the fuel injection control module (ficm) wire harness or replaced, and/or have a new injection control pressure (icp)) sensor connector installed free of charge. the recall began on july 22, 2005. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
On certain vans built on ford e250/e350 chassis and 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 IS conducting the owner notification and remedy for this campaign. owners should contact sure-lock at 1-908-231-1804 or accubuilt at 419-222-1501.
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.
On certain vans, a diode in the anti-lock braking system (ABS) module may experience an electrical short.
Risk and remedy
Risk
The electrical short may cause an ABS malfunction that would illuminate the ABS warning light, or the module may overheat resulting in a burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. this condition may occur while the vehicle IS being driven or unattended.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new fuse in the ABS circuit and install a heat shield over the ABS module. the recall began on october 15, 2004. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. also ford IS extending the limited warranty (for a one time replacement) of the ABS module for a total of 10 years or 150,000 miles from the warranty start date, whichever occurs first. if your vehicle has already accumulated more than 150,000 miles, this coverage will last until september 30, 2005.
On certain vans, the air filter element material process resulted in an air filter paper element that can smolder or burn. this change in filter paper composition combined with the configuration of the air induction system, may allow hot carbon particles to contact the air filter element during certain driving conditions that create hot particles.
Risk and remedy
Risk
These hot particles may ignite the air filter element with the potential for air induction system damage or underhood fire.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the air filter element. the recall began september 27, 2004. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. also ford IS extending the limited warranty (for a one time replacement) of the ABS module for a total of 10 years or 150,000 miles from the warranty start date, whichever occurs first. if your vehicle has already accumulated more than 150,000 miles, this coverage will last until september 30, 2005.
Owner complaints
46 complaints1 involved a crash1 involved a fire18 injuries1 deaths
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
At 68,450 miles, several issues occurred: 1) oil pressure switch blew out of the housing, 2) oil was visible in coolant, 3) oil was leaking from engine, 4) idle vacillated up and down w/o any action on part of the user. took van to dealer, who claimed to have repaired these items. inspection…
At 68,450 miles, several issues occurred: 1) oil pressure switch blew out of the housing, 2) oil was visible in coolant, 3) oil was leaking from engine, 4) idle vacillated up and down w/o any action on part of the user. took van to dealer, who claimed to have repaired these items. inspection of the "repaired vehicle" revealed oil still dripping off engine onto ground. was told that this was "normal" and would disappear. however, this did not happen. engine has continued to leak and oil continues to mix with coolant fluid, even after flushing system twice since repair. despite numerous calls to dealer, problem has not been fixed. engine has less than 13K additional miles on it since "repair" and oil IS still leaking. leak continues to get worse with time. I believe this IS a manufacturer's defect and since the engine has far less than 100K miles on it, should be repaired as a warranty item. mixing of oil and coolant IS a safety hazard and needs to be programmatically addressed by ford.
- Electrical system · Unknown or other
All gauges stop working when it rains but starts and runs ok. power windows do not work when it rains but starts and runs ok.
- Air bags
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. While driving approximately 25 mph, the front air bags deployed without warning. The contact sustained burns on both forearms, but did not receive medical attention. There was no police report filed. The vehicle was not taken to a dealer or diagnosed. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 177,000. The vin was unavailable.
- Engine · Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled and was towed to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel injector, fuel tank, fuel pump, and the engine needed to be replaced. The technician also stated that the silver coating in the fuel tank was from one…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. While driving 70 mph, the vehicle stalled and was towed to a dealer. The technician diagnosed that the fuel injector, fuel tank, fuel pump, and the engine needed to be replaced. The technician also stated that the silver coating in the fuel tank was from one of the damaged parts. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure recurred. The manufacturer was not made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 52,000. updated 04/07/15*lj updated 11/3/15*js
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. The contact stated that while driving approximately 55 mph, he noticed smoke coming from the exhaust pipe. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and to an independent mechanic for diagnosis. Both technicians advised the contact that the egr cooler and the head gasket would have to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The approximate failure mileage was 83,000.
- Tires
Sidewall separated completely on one tire and the tread IS separating from the body if another tire. Both tires are the same make and model. dean mud terrain sxt m+s lt245/75-r16 dot on tire with sidewall separation up11-dnw-0108 dot on tire with tread lug separation up11-dnw-0108 failures…
Sidewall separated completely on one tire and the tread IS separating from the body if another tire. Both tires are the same make and model. dean mud terrain sxt m+s lt245/75-r16 dot on tire with sidewall separation up11-dnw-0108 dot on tire with tread lug separation up11-dnw-0108 failures occurred at the same time on a 2004 ford E350 econoline. During freeway operation, operator felt a rumble and slowed and pulled over to then notice the sidewall had separated. He then also noticed the rear. Changed tires to a different brand and contacted cooper the parent company of dean to see if there was a recall. No recall was stated under their company. Four of the tires on the van are under warranty and they directed me to contact a local distributor to change them. Still have the tires and have yet to change them out. *tr
- Structure › Body · Tires
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E350. Equipped with bf goodrich t/a a/s tires, size: lt245/75r16. The contact stated that recall notice for nhtsa campaign ID number 12t019000 (tires: tread/belt) was received july of two thousand twelve. The contact believed that the wait for the repairs had exceeded a reasonable amount of time. The contact had not experienced a failure. The dot number and vin were not available.
- Electrical system
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning. The vehicle would stutter and then stall. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the fuel injection control pressure sensor failed. The contact referenced nhtsa recall…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. The contact stated that the vehicle would stall without warning. The vehicle would stutter and then stall. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer and was told that the fuel injection control pressure sensor failed. The contact referenced nhtsa recall campaign ID number: 05v270000 (electrical system: wiring) but was advised that the vehicle was not included. The failure mileage was 93,000.
- Equipment adaptive/mobility
Dvd player will not eject cd's. *tr
- Fuel system, diesel
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. The contact stated that the vehicle would lose power when accelerating and then stall. The contact would have to wait thirty minutes before the vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact stated the failure would occur without warning. The vehicle was taken…
TL* the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. The contact stated that the vehicle would lose power when accelerating and then stall. The contact would have to wait thirty minutes before the vehicle was able to be restarted. The contact stated the failure would occur without warning. The vehicle was taken to the dealer several times, but there was no solution to the problem. The contact did research and feels the problem IS caused by the fuel tank delaminating. The failure mileage was 50,800 and the current mileage was 120,000.
- Fuel system, diesel · Structure
I am the original owner of a 2004 ford e 350 diesel,it has been in the shop many of times for the same problem truck stops running in middle of intersections, highways etc does not start and needs to be towed.ford dealership has no idea what IS wrong with truck, I get truck back same thing happens.…
I am the original owner of a 2004 ford e 350 diesel,it has been in the shop many of times for the same problem truck stops running in middle of intersections, highways etc does not start and needs to be towed.ford dealership has no idea what IS wrong with truck, I get truck back same thing happens. Repeatedly. Now that the truck IS out of warranty same thing happens result: delaminating fuel tank, little slivers of paint clogging fuel lines, pumps and injectors. *Tr
- Fuel system, diesel
Fuel tank delamination in my 2004 ford E-350 has cause a need for an expensive total fuel system replacement. Obviously it IS a huge problem as there are many complaints online of the exact same problem all over the country. Ford says its the bio diesel that IS causing the problem, but its funny how dodge and chevy aren't having any problems... *tr
- Fuel system, diesel › Storage › Tank assembly
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford E350 sd. The fuel tank deteriorated and the particles that comes off of the tank clogged the fuel injectors. The failure prevented fuel from getting into the engine which made the vehicle drive 15 mph to include a rough start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford E350 sd. The fuel tank deteriorated and the particles that comes off of the tank clogged the fuel injectors. The failure prevented fuel from getting into the engine which made the vehicle drive 15 mph to include a rough start. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where they stated that it would cost of $4500 to seal the fuel tank. The repairs were not covered under warranty or recall. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was 113,000.
- Engine and engine cooling · Fuel system, diesel
Vehicle cuts out during driving . *Tr
- Fuel system, diesel › Storage › Tank assembly
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford E350 econoline with 79800 miles. The contact notice that the warning light on his instrument panel came on stating that there was water in the fuel. The vehicle was then taken to the dealer who stated that the lining in the fuel tank had delaminated. The contact was told that his fuel system needed to be replaced.
- Fuel system, diesel
Van stopped running in freeway 2004 ford E-350 diesel problem with tank delamanation 4 vans same thing all came to a stop in the roadway. *Tr
- Power train › Automatic transmission
5 speed automatic transmission occasionally jumps out of drive during normal operation of vehicle, engine revs for a second or two, then transmission slams back into drive. *Tr
- Fuel system, diesel
Vehicle lost power 4 different times. Fuel pump excess noise, fuel pump clogged. Dealer contacted ford motor corp who blamed condition on diesel fuel. fuel pump was replaced as well as fuel filters and fuel tank. we are out $3000.00 for the repairs.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine · Power train
I have a ford E-350 super duty van that has had drivable problems since it was new. After many trips to dealerships I was told that there was no fix at this time and ford should come out with a fix in the future. The engine dies when hot at times causing hard braking and loss of steering. At 100699…
I have a ford E-350 super duty van that has had drivable problems since it was new. After many trips to dealerships I was told that there was no fix at this time and ford should come out with a fix in the future. The engine dies when hot at times causing hard braking and loss of steering. At 100699 miles, just 699 miles out of warranty the engine quite running when hot. If it sits for 6 or more hours it will restart and run for only 20 minutes. Ford told me it was no longer under warranty and would provide no assistance. *Tr
- Fuel system, diesel
Fuel tank liner IS separating causing corrosion and rust in the fuel tank. ford refuses to warranty the problem. they are blaming it on the diesel fuel, which IS inaccurate. I have one confirmation from a customer that they finally covered his repair, however, he had to lodge complaints with…
Fuel tank liner IS separating causing corrosion and rust in the fuel tank. ford refuses to warranty the problem. they are blaming it on the diesel fuel, which IS inaccurate. I have one confirmation from a customer that they finally covered his repair, however, he had to lodge complaints with both the nhtsa and the bbb. So I am officially lodging a complaint against ford motor company, steven's ford (the dealer), and the warranty company. the safety aspect of this IS the truck stalls while driving and does not restart. the truck also experienced a loss of power when going uphill. Both of which can cause a dangerous situation when in heavy traffic. this IS a chronic problem that ford IS aware of and IS denying responsibility. I personally know of at least 5 people who have had similar problems with their E350 vans due to corrosion in the fuel tank. this IS not an isolated incident and should be covered under the warranty. (Please note there IS less than 36,000 miles on this, but ford IS not taking responsibility, neither IS the warranty company from which an extended warranty was purchased) . Ford IS trying to blame the reason on use of more than 5% mixture of biodiesel and IS saying that the reason they are not covering the problem IS that there IS rust in the fuel tank. the rust IS a reaction from the fuel in a poorly designed fuel tank. if it were a diesel fuel problem this would occur in different makes of trucks, not just ford. there IS a huge problem, that IS not only a safety, but an environmental one as well. *Tr
- Fuel system, diesel
I own 4 diesel powered ford E350 vans. In 2008 I have had a fuel tank replaced in a 2000 and 2004 van. I decided to have my 2007 checked and found that the fuel filters were clogged. I have spent over $7000.00 so far. Although ford did not replace the tank in my 2007 I am starting to wonder when I…
I own 4 diesel powered ford E350 vans. In 2008 I have had a fuel tank replaced in a 2000 and 2004 van. I decided to have my 2007 checked and found that the fuel filters were clogged. I have spent over $7000.00 so far. Although ford did not replace the tank in my 2007 I am starting to wonder when I will have to have this done. I have one other 2000 that just started having problems. I don't need to spend another $7000.00. I asked for about delamination but they said its the fuel I'm using. I saw the fuel filters that came out of the vehicles and it was a gray/ silver material. *Tr
- Electrical system · Fuel system, gasoline › Fuel injection system
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled twice without warning. the vehicle was able to be restarted. the vehicle was taken to a dealer and they stated that the injectors caused the failure. the dealer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa…
Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford E-350. while driving 30 mph, the vehicle stalled twice without warning. the vehicle was able to be restarted. the vehicle was taken to a dealer and they stated that the injectors caused the failure. the dealer stated that the vin was not included in nhtsa campaign ID number 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring). the vehicle has been repaired more than 20 times and they always replace the injectors; however, the mechanic stated that the control module was the cause of the failure. the failure mileage was 120,000 and current mileage was 332,000.
- Tires · Wheels
I was a passenger in a 15 passenger van coming to transport me from the airport. It was a white ford club wagon (year unknown). We were going at 70 miles per hour on cruise control. The rear tire blew out and we began to swerve and then started to do 360 degree turns and then hit a guardrail and…
I was a passenger in a 15 passenger van coming to transport me from the airport. It was a white ford club wagon (year unknown). We were going at 70 miles per hour on cruise control. The rear tire blew out and we began to swerve and then started to do 360 degree turns and then hit a guardrail and flipped 1.5 times. One person was killed and several more were injured severely. The front passenger had to have the jaws of life to remove her from the vehicle. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
Gas fill line closes and can only fill at a ridiculously slow rate or not at all with some of the faster gas pumps. *Tr
- Equipment · Fuel system, diesel
2004 E-350 ford diesel van ..in 06 fuel tank delamination ford replaced tank..08 fuel tank delamination again @ 14000 mi. cost to me 2200.00. Dealer said ford will not admit to a tank problem and could not assure me the delamination problem has been corrected to date..i can't afford 2,200.00 every…
2004 E-350 ford diesel van ..in 06 fuel tank delamination ford replaced tank..08 fuel tank delamination again @ 14000 mi. cost to me 2200.00. Dealer said ford will not admit to a tank problem and could not assure me the delamination problem has been corrected to date..i can't afford 2,200.00 every 14000 mi. I use only hess diesel fuel. I know I am not alone with this problem, the dealership said they do at least two a month. This IS a dangerous condition..the truck loses power and stalls. *Tr
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.
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.
- 10243490When performing any transmission fluid changes or topoffs involving MERCON SP, MERCON LV has replaced all versions of MERCON SP and can be used going forward. Mixing MERCON LV and MERCON SP in the same transmission is acceptable. After 30-Jun-2023, MERCON SP ATF will no longer be manufactured and will only be available until inventory depletes.
- 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.
- 10056196Ford: when shifting between park, reverse and/or during 2-3 shift, an intermittent clunk occurs with a torqshift transmission. Model 2003-2014 f-super duty, e series, excursion, F-53 motorhome chassis, low cab forward.
- 10055629Ford: on some trucks, there IS a no crank situation and if voltage on transmission range sensor at pin 21, IS less than 5 volts, disconnect the engine cooling fan clutch, electronically, and recheck voltage. Model 2003-2007 f super duty, 2004-2010 e series, 2003-2005 excursion.
- 10034571Ford: runs rough, lacks power, hard start, no start. Some vehicles and trucks equipped with 6.0L engine may exhibit a runs rough, lacks power, hard to start, no start concern with or without diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0611 code or various injector circuit codes.
- 10028826Ford: some vehicles with diesel engines may experience no starts, hard starts or rough running when cold and may be accompanied with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0611, p1378 and/or all 8 injector circuit codes.
- 10028730Ford: some vehicles equipped with 6.0L diesel engine may exhibit any one or combination of the following concerns-lack of power, white/black smoke or a surge.
- 10028284Ford trucks: misfire, lack of power, buck/jerk, excessive smoke, crank/no start-diagnostics for fuel system. There are several potential causes for these symptoms.
- 100243256.0L turbocharger carbon deposit diagnostics and service tips. Updated 5/29/08.
- 100238556.0L--mil on--p0401, p0402, p0404, p1335--lack of power or surge with some 2003-2007 f-super duty, 2003-2005 excursion and 2004-2008 e-series vehicles.
- 10022675Brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes.
- 10022243Lack of power due to low fuel pressure - fuel tank liner seperation.
- 10022232Headlight adjustment needed.
- 10021621Lack of power due to low fuel pressure, fuel tank liner seperation.
- 10021462Cold start driveability - white smoke, lacks power, exhaust odor, surges, runs, rough, or no start.
- 10021236Lack of cooling fan operation.
- 100212326.0L turbocharger carbon deposit diagnostics and service tips - lack of power, white or black smoke, surge, p0238, p0299, p0404, p2262, and/or p2263.
- 10021229Watch for oil flow from the base engine oil pump. Vehicles equipped with a 6.0L diesel engine.
- 10021173Oil flow from the base engine oil pump.
- 10020671Slow fuel fill on vehicles with a 4.6L or 5.4L engine and mid-ship fuel tank.
- 10020069Misfire, lack of power, buck/jerk, excessive smoke or crank/no start.
- 10019949Water-in-fuel (wif) lamp on.
- 10019810Lack of power or mil on - turbocharger sticking - revised diagnostics.
- 10019795P0404 service tip.
- 10019385Coolant degas bottle overflow - 6.0L.
- 10019380White smoke, lacks power, exhaust odor, surges, runs rough, or no start - 6.0L.
- 10019079Low battery voltage - 6.0L diesel with single alternator.
- 10019075Fuel conditioner. Low power, poor fuel economy, fuel gelling in cold weather, excessive white smoke on cold start, hard start, or coking of components exposed to exhaust.
- 10018941Vibration/harshness above 45 mph (72 km/h) after tire balance.
- 10018939Coolant degas bottle overflow.
- 10018765Ford-installed alternators. Thomas built buses.
- 10018745Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
- 10018073Flutter noise on deceleration.
- 10018070Torqshift transmission - intermittent clunk when shifting from reverse gear or drive gear to park. Multiple vehicles. Ford oasis. To include 2006 ford F-53.
- 10018062Coolant degas bottle overflow.
- 10018056Rpm surge at idle - audible egr surge - low power/exhaust smoke/rough idle following cold start - high rpm in battery charge protection mode - diagnostic trouble code p0488 and p1334 - 6.0L engine.
- 10017996Voluntary emission recall 05e15 - supplement #2. Exhaust pressure sensor replacement, on-board diagnostic system and engine control module recalibrations.
- 10017921Daytime running lights inoperative and a/c not cooling.
- 10017911Intermittent crank no start due to an egr throttle plate that IS stuck closed. The engine may seem like it has no compression due to a faster than normal cranking speed of greater than 200 rpm. Dtc p0488 or p1334 may or may not be present.
- 10017875Buck/jerk, lacks power, black smoke, rolling idle, surge, mil on, and diagnostic trouble codes p2263, p0299, or p0401.
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