1999 Ford F-250 SD
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Recalls
5 recalls name the 1999 Ford F-250 SD. 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.
Certain federal-mogul replacement wheel hub assemblies with the brand names: national, carquest p/nos. 515020, 515021, 515025, 515053, 515054, 515059, and 515060, shipped between january 23, 2006, and december 20, 2007, sold for light duty and medium duty trucks. the inboard retention nut used to maintain hub bearing assembly can loosen resulting in an ABS…
Risk and remedy
Risk
Wheel separation can result in a vehicle crash.
Remedy
Federal-mogul will notify customers and will replace the hub assembly free of charge. the recall began on february 7, 2008. owners can contact federal-mogul toll-free at 877-489-6659.
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3L diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
Risk and remedy
Risk
In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. the recall began on december 29, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
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 pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Risk and remedy
Risk
Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Remedy
Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
Owner complaints
249 complaints15 involved a crash13 involved a fire10 injuries
What owners report most
Latest complaints
- Suspension › Rear
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. While driving 55 mph, the cable snapped in the rear of the vehicle, damaged the rear axle, and caused the trailer to fracture. The manufacturer was notified and suggested that the vehicle be taken to the dealer for diagnostic testing. The vehicle was not repaired. The vin was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 55,000.
- Fuel/propulsion system
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that the straps for the fuel tank were rusted all the way through. The contact was made aware of nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. However, the refused to provide any…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that the straps for the fuel tank were rusted all the way through. The contact was made aware of nhtsa campaign number: 11v385000 (fuel system). The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. However, the refused to provide any assistance since the vehicle was not included in any recalls. The failure mileage was unknown....updated 06/03/15 *bf updated 7/7/2015*js
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that while driving at 65-70 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front driver's side wheel. The contact discovered that the front driver's side tire had blown out. As a result, the ABS warning light illuminated. The tire was…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that while driving at 65-70 mph, there was an abnormal noise coming from the front driver's side wheel. The contact discovered that the front driver's side tire had blown out. As a result, the ABS warning light illuminated. The tire was replaced with a spare. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The vin was not included in nhtsa campaign number: 07e106000 (wheels).the manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 163,000.
- Tires
Traveling southbound on florida turnpike towing 5TH wheel trailer, right lane, 65mph, 80psi tire pressure checked before departure. Had traveled approx 50 miles when tread partially separated from right front tire. No loss of tire pressure, which allowed safely steering off highway. Tread remaining…
Traveling southbound on florida turnpike towing 5TH wheel trailer, right lane, 65mph, 80psi tire pressure checked before departure. Had traveled approx 50 miles when tread partially separated from right front tire. No loss of tire pressure, which allowed safely steering off highway. Tread remaining on tire did extensive damage to rf fender and custom fiberglas running board/ wheel flare. Fender bottom pushed back and damaged rf door. Second tread failure from same set of tires in four months. Already a recall on same model, other size tires we found online today. *tr
- Air bags
2014 lexus pulled out in front of me slammed on brakes hit drivers side rear door and back panel. My airbag did not deploy. *tr
- Tires
Uniroyal liberator lt265/75-16 load e tread separated causing damage to right rear bed of truck. truck bed was damaged as well as tailpipe, mud flap ripped off, bracing torn off, brake shield bent. *tr
- Tires
Tread separation experienced while vehicle was being driven on highway. *tr
- Fuel/propulsion system
Diesel fuel tank fell down because of rusted tank straps and leaked 30 gallons of fuel onto roadside. 13 yards of soil had to be abated from the contaminated site. *tr
- Engine
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle displayed a reduction in power and exhibited a loud, abnormal noise from the engine without warning. the smell of gasoline was emitted inside the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. the contact stated that while driving approximately 65 mph, the vehicle displayed a reduction in power and exhibited a loud, abnormal noise from the engine without warning. the smell of gasoline was emitted inside the vehicle. the vehicle was taken to independent mechanic, who installed a new insert, cylinder head, spark plug and coil. the manufacturer was notified of the problem. the approximate failure mileage was 153,000. updated 05/28/14*lj
- Fuel system, diesel
We have started to notice that when driving at a steady speed the truck will stall and lose power as if it was out of gas. This has happen too many times and has become such a scare that we are completely paranoid to drive the truck without the fear of being rear ended. At take off the truck will…
We have started to notice that when driving at a steady speed the truck will stall and lose power as if it was out of gas. This has happen too many times and has become such a scare that we are completely paranoid to drive the truck without the fear of being rear ended. At take off the truck will sometimes jolt forward violently. We have noticed and recorded that these problems occur only when the truck gets to half a tank. The problem has gotten so bad that after a complete fill up the truck will now just cut off while being operated on the highway and have to be restarted. We have several ford vehicles both personal and for our fleet vehicles. The fuel filters are becoming completely clog up due to the poor condition of the fuel tanks themselves. We have spent countless hours researching these problems, and spent excessive amounts of money trying to fix/repair these problems. It saddens us that we have become just another added unsatisfied loyal customer to ford, whom has no thought of correcting this problem. We have read so many other complaints and there IS still no help for us. It just left in our hands to try to find a solution to fix this faulty problem so we don't get out on the highways and kill someone and or ourselves while operating lousy ford trucks and vans! We think it IS time for ford to give us some help!!!!!!! *tr
- Engine
(1999 fords super duty extended cab 4X4 with 5.4) driving home from work on the freeway and bang so pulled over to discover a blown spark plug and broken coil, had car towed home for $200 and taking it in to have automotive shop fix the blown-out spark plug and check all other plugs , wires…
(1999 fords super duty extended cab 4X4 with 5.4) driving home from work on the freeway and bang so pulled over to discover a blown spark plug and broken coil, had car towed home for $200 and taking it in to have automotive shop fix the blown-out spark plug and check all other plugs , wires, coils, estimated around $560 plus parts. The second blown-out spark plug happened 47 days later and had to tow it again now just sitting in the driveway. Can't afford to have it fixed. Ford should have recalled this design defect on the heads. I have read thousands of articles that this has happened too.been a real expensive for someone that doe not have money for these kind of repairs and ford just does not care, they would rather you take itto there shop and charge you $2,000 or more to have it fixed. Bs. I have a 1972 ranchero also and I'm so pissed off I'm thinking of selling all my fords and buy a mopar. I tell everyone about this defect. *tr
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd with federal courgia tires, line size: 35x12.5r20. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the rear passenger's side tire blew, causing the contact to loose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was flipped and rolled over three times. The contact…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd with federal courgia tires, line size: 35x12.5r20. The contact stated that while driving 65 mph, the rear passenger's side tire blew, causing the contact to loose control of the vehicle. The vehicle was flipped and rolled over three times. The contact sustained back injuries as a result. A police report was filed. The vehicle was destroyed. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The vin was not available. The dot number was not available. The approximate failure mileage was 70,000 and the tire failure mileage was 8,000.
- Service brakes, hydraulic · Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
While backing out of my driveway, the brake pedal slowly sank to the floor. I put the truck in park and got out of the vehicle. I noticed an expanding pool of hydraulic fluid forming underneath the truck, just forward of the rear, driver's side tire. upon investigation, the right rear brake…
While backing out of my driveway, the brake pedal slowly sank to the floor. I put the truck in park and got out of the vehicle. I noticed an expanding pool of hydraulic fluid forming underneath the truck, just forward of the rear, driver's side tire. upon investigation, the right rear brake line had chaffed a hole on the frame rail resulting in a loss of brakes. had this brake line failed at any other time, rather just backing out of my driveway, it could have resulted in dire consequences.
- Engine and engine cooling
While drive the engine made a loud popping sound and shut down enable to start! *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph he heard a loud noise. He noticed that the fuel tank detached from the vehicle and both straps were corroded. There was no fuel spilling out of the vehicle once the tank fell off. The vehicle was not…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated while driving approximately 30 mph he heard a loud noise. He noticed that the fuel tank detached from the vehicle and both straps were corroded. There was no fuel spilling out of the vehicle once the tank fell off. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor was it repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that there were no recalls on his vehicle. The failure mileage was approximately 161,000.
- Tires
The rear tires on my pick up truck failed - the tread separated - while I was operating on a route 81 in va. The tires failed within 100 miles of each other and they both failed the same way. I was towing a trailer, but all loads were well below the maximum capacity ratings. The first tire also…
The rear tires on my pick up truck failed - the tread separated - while I was operating on a route 81 in va. The tires failed within 100 miles of each other and they both failed the same way. I was towing a trailer, but all loads were well below the maximum capacity ratings. The first tire also ruptured/deflated. The other tire did not deflate - only lost the tread. The tread wound around the axle damaging the parking brake cable. Both wheel wells and rear fenders were damaged. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
1999 ford F250 superduty pickup gas tank straps rust and fail ford has recalled over 1 million trucks but not mine even here in vt where my dealer says the truck IS unsafe ford will not fix it. *tr
- Suspension › Front
Front passenger side lower track bar brackets will shear off and break leaving track bar floating in front end. This can occur on low mileage vehicles and IS reported many times on the internet but no one seems to do anything about it. This IS very dangerous and can lead to a rollover of the…
Front passenger side lower track bar brackets will shear off and break leaving track bar floating in front end. This can occur on low mileage vehicles and IS reported many times on the internet but no one seems to do anything about it. This IS very dangerous and can lead to a rollover of the vehicle. It has happend so many times that aftermarket companies are making aftermarket kits to repair the broken brackets now. information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia), 5 u.s.c. 552(B)(6) *tt
- Tires
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 equipped with copper discover a/t tires, 285/75/16. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, a noise was heard coming from outside of the vehicle. After reaching a safe location, the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the front…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 equipped with copper discover a/t tires, 285/75/16. The contact stated that while driving approximately 50 mph, a noise was heard coming from outside of the vehicle. After reaching a safe location, the contact inspected the vehicle and noticed that the front passenger tire exhibited a substantial amount of tread separation. The tire was replaced with a spare tire. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 98,000. The dot number was upyuc722503. The vin was not available.
- Fuel system, gasoline
1999 ford 250 super duty (no included in current recall) front fuel tank strap failed (broke), rear strap very close to breaking, plastic fuel tank dropped approximately 6" when front strap failed. had rear failed as well, tank would have dropped to the ground, with likely accident/fire. I have replaced both fuel tank straps, rear broke on removal. *tr
- Fuel system, gasoline
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that when exiting his vehicle he noticed that one of the fuel tank straps had detached from the vehicle and was covered with rust. There was no fuel spilling from the tank. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor had it been…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250 sd. The contact stated that when exiting his vehicle he noticed that one of the fuel tank straps had detached from the vehicle and was covered with rust. There was no fuel spilling from the tank. The vehicle was not inspected by a dealer nor had it been repaired. The manufacturer was contacted and advised him that they would look into it. The failure and current mileage was approximately 91,000.
- Wheels
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford 250. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact noticed that the vehicle began to wobble abnormally. The contact also noticed that one of the driver side tires was detached from the vehicle through the drivers side mirror. The contact was able to stop the…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford 250. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact noticed that the vehicle began to wobble abnormally. The contact also noticed that one of the driver side tires was detached from the vehicle through the drivers side mirror. The contact was able to stop the vehicle at the shoulder of the road before the vehicle dropped to the ground. The vehicle was towed to an auto repair shop for inspection by the insurance company and a mechanic. The mechanic stated that the rear driver side rim was fatigued or disintegrated and caused the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The vehicle was declared as destroyed as a result of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 180,000.
- Engine and engine cooling
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle started overheating. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated the radiator needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the radiator and immediately after the vehicle was repaired the vehicle…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F-250. the contact stated while driving 35 mph the vehicle started overheating. The contact took the vehicle to the dealer who stated the radiator needed to be replaced. The dealer replaced the radiator and immediately after the vehicle was repaired the vehicle started to overheat again. The contact took the vehicle to a different dealer who informed the contact that the head gasket was cracked. The contact called the manufacturer regarding the cracked head gasket and they stated there was no recall; therefore, there were unable to offer any assistance. The contact stated this was a common failure with his year, make, and model. The failure mileage was 167,000.
- Vehicle speed control
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F250 sd. The contact stated that the speed control deactivation switch was leaking brake fluid and as a result, the cruise control failed. the vehicle was to the dealer who refused to do any repairs since the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign ID…
TL* the contact owns a 1999 ford F250 sd. The contact stated that the speed control deactivation switch was leaking brake fluid and as a result, the cruise control failed. the vehicle was to the dealer who refused to do any repairs since the vehicle was previously repaired under nhtsa campaign ID number: 06v286000 (vehicle speed control). The manufacturer was contacted who stated it was up to the dealer whether they would repair it free of charge. The vehicle was repaired. The failure mileage was 219,838 and the current mileage was 241,000.
- Engine and engine cooling › Engine
Ford F250 V-10 engine blowning out spark plugs
Defect investigations
NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation opened these reviews into vehicles including this one.
- Engine stalling
In a december 3, 2007 letter, ford advised nhtsa that it will conduct a safety recall to replace the cam position sensor (cps) in approximately 1.2 million subject vehicles to address reports of engine stalling.a new design cps with improved performance and durability will be installed as a remedy.owner notifications…
In a december 3, 2007 letter, ford advised nhtsa that it will conduct a safety recall to replace the cam position sensor (cps) in approximately 1.2 million subject vehicles to address reports of engine stalling.a new design cps with improved performance and durability will be installed as a remedy.owner notifications will begin in december 2007. The subject vehicles are durable, full-sized, medium duty trucks commonly used for commercial purposes, rescue/emergency response, and commercial or recreational towing.cps failure IS comparable to unexpectedly turning the key off since the signal it produces IS vital to the electronic engine control system.cps signal loss terminates fuel injection resulting in an engine stall.once stalled, the engine may restart right away, or may restart after a delay (typically 5 to 10 minutes), or may not restart at all.in addition to exposing the driver and other motorists to crash risk due to loss of motive power or vehicle disablement, engine stalling also effects the power assisted steering and braking. Through consumer interviews, odi determined that cps failures occurred without any form of warning, at any vehicle speed (50% at highway speeds), and under any driving condition, such as accelerating.consumers reported that about a third of the vehicles failed to restart, with another third reporting delayed restarting.half the vehicles that did restart experienced another stall on the same or a subsequent drive cycle (before cps replacement) re-exposing those consumers to the risks associated with a stalling event.in their voq reports, half of the odi complainants described difficulty controlling the vehicle due to lose of power assist systems, especially those who were towing at the time of the incident. The one alleged injury incident occurred in an intersection when a subject vehicle stalled while turning across oncoming lanes of traffic.although unsubstantiated, the complainant alleged an injury to a child occupant during odi's interview.the other crash allegations mostly involved low speed, loss of control incidents often caused by lack of power assist; no injuries are reported in these incidents, and property damage, if any, was minimal.consumers also reported other incidents with significant safety risks, such as disablement in a lane or on a shoulder of a high-speed roadway or interstate, or extended disablement in remote areas during severe weather conditions. The population above IS ford's estimate of the 1.4 million subject vehicles produced that are currently registered.the ford complaint and warranty counts noted above are current as of ford's last submission dated june 21, 2007; they do not include F-450, F-550, or econoline counts as these products were not formally within scope of the investigation when failure information was requested.warranty data analysis indicates that about half the claims involved a stall while driving event ( ford's assessment) and that poor cps durability was a longstanding concern.ford reported that the new cps design should meet or exceed their 10 year, 150K mile life expectancy design requirement.
- Engine stalling
The cam position sensor (cps) provides a critical signal to the subject vehicle (sv) engine management system, the loss of which results in an engine stall.during pe06-011, ford stated in their response to odi that it IS continuing to investigate allegations of cps related engine stall and further advised that an…
The cam position sensor (cps) provides a critical signal to the subject vehicle (sv) engine management system, the loss of which results in an engine stall.during pe06-011, ford stated in their response to odi that it IS continuing to investigate allegations of cps related engine stall and further advised that an update will be provided upon completion of the investigation.ford data shows that 20% of the 716,000 svs are equipped with manual transmissions which are capable of back-driving the engine when a stall occurs; power assisted steering and braking are not lost during engine back-drive.ford data also indicates that back-drive occurs in automatic transmission vehicles above certain road speeds.the manufacturer reports noted reference 755 unique vehicles; 2 are duplicative of odi reports.in its review of customer and field reports, ford identified some 800 reports alleging one or more engine stalls potentially related to a cps failure in these 755 vehicles (ford?s ?a? Category reports).odi has not completed its review of these or other ford reports, nor has it confirmed this count.all but one of the 9 crash allegations appear to be minor in nature although odi IS still investigating these crash/injury allegations and whether or not they involve a cps failure.based on early assessment of the approximately 166,000 subject vehicle warranty claims ford paid, there appears to be variability in claim rates between certain sv production periods; an explanation for this has not been identified.ford reviewed a sample of the warranty claims and indicated that about half may involve a stall due to cps failure; odi has yet to confirm this assessment.the investigation IS therefore upgraded to engineering analysis ea06-012 so that odi can continue to investigate the scope, frequency and consequences of cps related engine stalling.
- 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.
- Engine compartment fires
Ea05-005 IS closed with ford?s actions in recalls 05v-017, 05v-388, and 06v-286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).the brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in…
Ea05-005 IS closed with ford?s actions in recalls 05v-017, 05v-388, and 06v-286, recalling approximately 6.7 million vehicles equipped with texas instruments speed control deactivation switches (scds).the brake systems in these recalled vehicles generate a vacuum that can potentially cause the scds to fail and, in certain switch installation orientations, catch fire.ford IS also including the entire population of 1998 explorers.ford has informed odi that testing to determine the cause of failures in the 1998 explorers will continue after this investigation IS closed.odi believes that the vehicles exhibiting the factors causing scds failure described in this report correlate well with the observed failure rates on these vehicles by model and model year.the closing of this investigation does not constitute a finding by nhtsa that a safety-related defect does not exist in the non-recalled vehicles manufactured with scds that are not included in ford?s recalls.odi will continue to monitor the non-recalled population for incidence of engine compartment fires.the agency reserves the right to take further action if warranted by the circumstances.see attached closing report for details.
- Sector shaft fractures
This ea was opened based on a response received from ford motor company to an information request (ir) submitted during sq00-018.ford stated in an internal service message that it had changed the steering gear sector shafts and pitman arms installed 1999 model year f-series super duty vehicles on march 22, 1999.ford…
This ea was opened based on a response received from ford motor company to an information request (ir) submitted during sq00-018.ford stated in an internal service message that it had changed the steering gear sector shafts and pitman arms installed 1999 model year f-series super duty vehicles on march 22, 1999.ford stated that these design changes were implemented to make improvements in vehicle steering and handling, and that virtually all of the reported fractured sector shafts were the result of extraordinary, possibly multiple, impacts.an engineering analysis closing report IS attached.
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.
- 10171326This SKU is a Spare Tire Hoist. Test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. We don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product failure.
- 10171325This SKU is a Spare Tire Hoist. Test results identified that the pull force parameter was not within specification, as a precautionary measure unsold inventory was requested to be returned for testing and containment. We don't have evidence that these test results have contributed to a product failure.
- 100248651999-2008 7.3l/6.0l/6.4l/4.5l diesel f-super duty - clean the charge air cooler (cac) system after certain turbo or engine failures - service tip.
- 100236531999-2008 f250-f550 super duty 4X4 with electronic shift transfer case not engaging 4X4.
- 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.
- 10021621Lack of power due to low fuel pressure, fuel tank liner seperation.
- 10021484Adding additional bulbs to turn indicator or hazard flasher circuits.
- 10018067Vacuum pump inoperative or runs continuously - climate control defaults to defrost mode.
- 10014086General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
- 10013402Drive away shudder or vibration.
- 10013110Front hubs not engaging, not staying engaged and/or unlocking.
- 10008574Transfer case shift issues on vehicles with an electronic shift on the fly (esof) transfer case.
- 10008288Low power, poor fuel economy, fuel gelling cold, excessive white smoke cold, or hard start. This oasis updates previous oasis dated 12/01/03.
- 10008134Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble codes p0603 (powertrain control module keep alive memory error) or p0605 ( powertrain control module read only memory error).
- 10004842Rough idle and engine miss due to injector bore scuffing at green engine break-in.
- 6091983Some vehicles which are painted white may exhibit a discoloration / staining of the paint on the inner door area near the side mirrors.
- 6091958Some vehicles may exhibit a front suspension squeaking noise.
- 6091909Information on brake noise.
- 6091723Some vehicles eqipped with ;7.3L diesel engines and 4r100 transmissions may exhibit a no 3-4 upshift condition or 3-4 / 4-3 shift busyness when using cruise control.
- 6090873Locks failed. Yd
- 6090561Iinformation regarding repeat fuel pump failures. *Mjs
- 6090547Information regarding request for dealer feedback for noisy power steering pump in louisville, ky and detroit, mi areas only. *Mjs
- 6090524Information regarding repairing paint chips on interior trim. *Mjs
- 6090394Information regarding repeat fuel pump failures- mexico. *Mjs
- 6090315Some trucks equipped with a 7.3L dit may exhibit a noisy power steering pump.
- 6090295Information on repairing paint chips on interior trim.
- 6090281Sonf vehicles which are painted white may exhibit a discoloration / staining of the paint on the inner door area near the side mirrors.
- 6090256Exhibiting a squeaking noise in the front end suspension.
- 6090205Some vehicles built prior to 4/1/1999 may exhibit turbocharger noise, exhaust noise, or oil / soot presence on rear of engine or turocharger.
- 6090066Experiencing a squawking noise while in reverse backing up a slight grade and / or while applying the brakes.
- 630725Concerns with rattle noises coming from front brake calipers.
- 630130Some vehicles may exhibit caliper pin rattle noise originating from the front brake calipers.
- 630053Information regarding a rattle noise originating from the front brake caliper.*yd
- 624626A cold weather reverse engagement stall.
- 620299Some vehicles built before 2/5/2000 equipped with a 7.3L dit engine may exhibit a noise level emitting from the power steering system which some customers may find objectionable. A revised power steering line which runs from the steering pump to the hydroboost IS now available.
- 616585Some vehicles equipped with 6.8L engine and 4r100 transmission may exhibit gear changes the take too long to complete and / or transmission shifts that occur too early, too late and too often.
- 616522Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system.
- 615539Some 4X2 and 4X4 trucks may exhibit wheel alignment concerns including drift / pull right or left, tire wear, shimmy after hitting small bumps and / or steering IS inclined to follow grooves in the pavement.
- 615453Some 4X2 and 4X4 trucks may exhibit wheel alignment concerns including drift / pull right or left, tire wear, shimmy after hitting small bumps and / or steering IS inclined to follow grooves in the pavement.
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