1998 FORD E-350 Recalls (7)

Campaign:
00V284000 on 09/21/2000
Component:
Equipment:other:labels
Manufactured:
03/30/1998 - 09/19/2000
Affected:
4,500
Defect:
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. however, it does not contain the statement "see instructions on the fuel container for inspection and service life."
Consequence:
These vehicles do not comply with the requirements.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V114000 on 04/22/2001
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
04/08/1996 - 11/13/2000
Affected:
151,000
Defect:
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 fuel tank cracks, fuel leakage could occur.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage in the presence of an ignition source could result in a fire.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
07V336000 on 08/02/2007
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Manufactured:
04/08/1996 - 08/01/2002
Affected:
3,600,000
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
This could result in an underhood fire.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 05s28.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration;s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
08V051000 on 02/03/2008
Component:
Vehicle speed control:cruise control
Manufactured:
09/02/1991 - 09/14/2003
Affected:
225,000
Defect:
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 the vehicle circuit polarity.
Consequence:
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.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 08s01.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Campaign:
09V014000 on 01/13/2009
Component:
Equipment adaptive
Affected:
19
Defect:
Oneness mobility is recalling 19 my 1998, and 2005-2006 e-350 vans built on ford 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 interlock may not detect the presence of a wheelchair or mobility aid user. the pressure sensing switch that detects the presence of weight on the platform was not adjusted to the necessary sensitivity level. the lift could stow even though someone or something is still on the lift.
Consequence:
A lift occupant can be injured should the lift begin to stow unintentionally.
Correction:
Oneness mobility 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 oneness mobility at 1-818-267-3000.
Notes:
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
09V399000 on 10/12/2009
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Affected:
4,500,000
Defect:
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 scds may leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
Consequence:
A vehicle fire could occur with or without the engine running.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Ford's recall campaign number is 09s09.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .
Campaign:
14V197000 on 04/20/2014
Component:
Equipment adaptive
Manufactured:
11/19/2006 - 09/09/2010
Affected:
66
Defect:
Cummings mobility conversion & supply, inc. (cummings) is recalling various model year 1994-2011 ford and chevrolet vans equipped with braun ncl-2, and nvl-2 wheel chair lifts manufactured november 20, 2006, through september 10, 2010. over time, and with frequent use, the roll stop latches on the outer barrier of the lifts in these vans may become bent or misaligned.
Consequence:
A wheelchair occupant may defeat or ride over the insufficiently latched roll stop. if this occurs when the lift platform is in an elevated position, the wheelchair's occupant could fall and sustain injury.
Correction:
Braun corporation notified all the vehicle owners, and cummings mobility replaced the recalled parts with new parts, free of charge. the recall was completed as of april 10, 2014. owners may contact cummings customer service at 1-800-639-5438.
Notes:
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

1998 FORD E-350 TSBs (26)

Bulletin:
5901
Component:
116200 electrical system:ignition:module
Summary:
Service tips for identifying injector driver module (idm) failure with diagnostic trouble code p1298. *tt
Bulletin:
6417
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Addressing tire balance hints. *tt
Bulletin:
7895
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Without front brake dust shields may exhibit premature wear of the front wheel bearings due to damaged inner wheel bearing seals.
Bulletin:
13763
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Vehicles without front dust shields may exhibit premature wear of the front wheel bearings due to damaged inner wheel bearing seals. *mjs
Bulletin:
980312
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Excessive white smoke. verify glow plug operation by performing glow plug system operation check on the hard start/no start diagnostic sheet. *tt
Bulletin:
12562
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code p1298. *tt
Bulletin:
12835
Component:
190000 tires
Summary:
Subject regarding tire balance hint. *tt
Bulletin:
4662
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit brake rotor checking or signs of excessive heat build-up. *tt
Bulletin:
11779
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit brake rotor checking or signs of excessive heat build-up. *tt
Bulletin:
5343
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
This 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 reim
Bulletin:
12261
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Subject regarding engine diagnostic guide for warranty reimbursement. *tt
Bulletin:
98L20
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Special field action regarding revised waranty information. *tt
Bulletin:
00L07
Component:
355100 equipment:other:labels
Summary:
This bulletin involves fuel door label application / replacement. *jb
Bulletin:
0182
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some bi-fuel vehicles may exhibit a no start condition. *tt
Bulletin:
01136
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Subject regarding overview of bi-fuel cng vehicle parameter identification data (pid), inputs and outputs as a diagnostic aid for bi-fuel vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
14963
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some cut-away vehicles may exhibit anti-skid brake system diagnostic trouble code c1229, c1230 and c1237. *tt
Bulletin:
14992
Component:
105500 power train:driveline:differential unit
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4r70w transmission (driveshaft >70 inch) may exhibit a driveline vibration / roughness on acceleration or under load at about 50 - 55 mph. *tt
Bulletin:
15113
Component:
091100 fuel system, other:storage:tank assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel fill valve sealing condition. *yd
Bulletin:
15591
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
Some vehicles without front brake dust shields may exhibit premature wear of the front wheel bearings. *tt
Bulletin:
15634
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Concerns with bump steer steering feeling noted when front wheels / tires contact road surface irregularities. *tt
Bulletin:
15799
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4r70w transmission (driveshaft >70 inch) may exhibit a vibration / roughness on acceleration or under load at about 50-55 mph. *tt
Bulletin:
17009
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with no hard fault. *tt
Bulletin:
17211
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
A bump steer steering feeling, noted when the vehicle's front wheels/tires contact road surface irregularities. *tt
Bulletin:
0511
Component:
161000 structure:frame and members
Summary:
Cracks in the left or right spring tower flange. *tt spring tower weld repair and replacement procedure. *tt
Bulletin:
05248
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Vibration/harshness above 45 mph (72 km/h) after tire balance. *tt
Bulletin:
071110
Component:
040000 service brakes, air
Summary:
Brake booster system may exhibit a brake pedal kickback and/or grabbing condition when applying the brakes. *nj

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