1998 Ford Louisville

Recalls

2 recalls name the 1998 Ford Louisville. Newest first.

• Service brakes, air

  Oct 19, 2000NHTSA 00V3350008,400 vehicles

  Vehicle description: medium duty tandem rear axle trucks with ABS. these vehicles fail to comply with fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems." the air brake system was plumbed so that complete air reservoir isolation was not provided. some vehicles were built with an air line from the system ecu relay valve module tee fitting, incorrectly connected to the…

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  A leakage or failure can cause a pressure loss in the secondary tank resulting in the draining of the primary tank also, and thus a complete loss of vehicle system air pressure, diminishing brake effectiveness, and increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy

  Dealers will inspect the vehicle to determine whether the vehicle has the incorrectly routed air line. those with the condition will be correctly plumbed and the air brake system tested to verify proper reservoir isolation.

  Full recall details →

• Service brakes, air

  Mar 15, 1999NHTSA 99V0500001,687 vehicles

  Vehicle description: heavy duty trucks equipped with optional wabco air dryer. the air brake system was plumbed so that the systems did not provide air reservoir isolation. this does not comply with the requirements of fmvss no. 121, "air brake systems."

  Risk and remedy

  Risk

  The air brake reservoir pressure could be depleted, activating the emergency spring brake. with the emergency spring brake deployed, the vehicle would stop and could not be moved until the brake air system was repaired.

  Remedy

  Dealers will repair the air line plumbing to install a check valve.

  Full recall details →

Owner complaints

What owners report most

1. Electrical system1
2. Service brakes, air1

Latest complaints

• Jan 22, 2008OHFire
  Electrical system › Wiring

  1998 ford conventional louisville truck. Consumer smelled smoke coming from the cab. When he pulled over he tried to extinguish the fire with a fire extinguisher. *kb the fire chief believed the fire was caused by electrical wiring under the dashboard. Ohio traffic crash report # 10-90-0943. *Jb

• May 7, 2001MI
  Service brakes, air

  The consumer IS not happy with recall 00v-335, the consumer does not have a heavy truck dealer near him and has requested that ford come to him to inspect the vehicle and make any necessary repairs. nlm

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.

• 6090087Information on identifying non-approved / alternate refrigerants which could cause safety, and performance concerns if installed in ford a/c systems.
• 615299Some models equipped with a 5.9L (fd1060) engine may exhibit a cracked engine oil dipstick tube near the engine port.
• 615257Some vehicles with the caterpillar 3306 engine may exhibit the lower radiator hose being disconnected from the engine water pump outlet.
• 615228Some vehicles equipped with a 5.9L (fd1060) engine may exhibit a cracked engine oil dipstick tube near the engine port.
• 613380Some models with cat c10/c12 engines may exhibit cracks in the engine front cover, near the fan hub pulley support mounting contac studs.
• 609537Front engine cover cracks. Yd
• 607503Engineering IS investigating conditions on the hood spring contacting the hood causing damage to the hood and / or insulation.
• 607460Information on the heavy truck technical assistance hotline.
• 606475Information regarding high floor heat during idle with pto in operation.
• 606461Ford motor company has released a private labeled material to be used for iron particle / acid rain service repairs.
• 604752Procedures on repairing broken radiator coolant supply tank vent hose nipples.
• 604059Ford motor company has released a new electrical grease ( F8AZ - 19g208-aa ) to reduce the possibility of moisture corrosion at the terminals.
• 604055Concerns regarding the instrument panel plate cracks at parking brake valve.
• 603928Illumination of the anti-lock brake lamp may occur and/ or there may be false anti-lock brake system (ABS) messages on the optional message center on some vehicles.
• 603721Some vehicles experience heater supply tubes that may crack and/ or leak coolant.
• 603709Hinges and hinge springs are now available for service for the optional ready line access door, butterfly doors or transverse access doors.
• 603708Delco-remy has made available a revised generator for service.
• 603707A 41MT heavy duty starter IS now available for service for the cat 3126 engine.
• 603706Conditions with the turn signal handle may become loose / broken on some vehicles.
• 603699Information regarding pto equipment attaching service tips.
• 603687The power distribution box cover IS now available.
• 603686Intermittent electrical issues, such as dash lights flashing when the turn signal IS activated may occur on some vehicles.
• 603681A noise heard during driveline torque.
• 603679The lower radittor hose IS being pulled off at the engine water pump on some vehicles.
• 603678A new service parts released.
• 603657Some vehicles equipped with frame-mounted vertical muffler supports may exhibit a crack along the pipe bend.
• 603645Concerns with the front end accessory drive belt ( fead )-fead belt may wear and/or come off.
• 601366Information on availability of revised coolant level sensor.
• 601307The oil level indicator may be difficult to install and/or when installed may contact the crakshaft on some vehicles.
• 601306Some vehicles may exhibit a lack of power and/or a whistling noise.
• 601290Information on tire company telephone numbers for customer assistance.
• 601286Diagnostic informatin and wiring schematics for both the horton and kysor engine cooling fan clutches.
• 601285Condition with tires being lower than expected tire life.
• 54082Some electronically controlled diesel engines can be modified to increase engine output by altering the original engine management system.
• 54081The front end accessory drive (fead) belt may wear and/or come off on some vehicles equipped with a detroit diesel engine and air conditioning.
• 54080Some vehicles fan clutch may cycle on when electrical accessories, such as turn signals, headlamps, etc. Are activated.
• 54079Service tips on air brake governor opertional specifications.
• 54078Under certain conditions, road splash and spray may build up on the cab side windows.
• 52916The vertical exhaust heat shield may exhibit cracking around its mounting bolt hole.
• 52903New design for grill mounted bug/dirt screen to alleviate problem of screen rubbing against power steering cooler.

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