2000 FORD F-350 Recalls (5)

Campaign:
99V219000 on 08/16/1999
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
07/18/1999 - 07/25/1999
Affected:
245,300
Defect:
Vehicle description: gasoline and diesel engine pickup trucks equipped with 8 foot beds, do not fully satisfy the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." the fuel tank front strap isolator may not be properly positioned which could result in the strap cutting the tank during a 30 mph front barrier test, resulting in fuel spillage.
Consequence:
During the subsequent static rollover test, fuel spillage exceeded the specified rate, increasing the risk of a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will reposition the front strap isolator.
Notes:
Owner notification began december 1, 1999. 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.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
99V311000 on 11/07/1999
Component:
Fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly
Manufactured:
07/18/1999 - 07/25/1999
Affected:
107,540
Defect:
Vehicle description: pickup trucks equipped with gasoline engines and 8 foot boxes, may not fully satisfy the requirements of fmvss no. 301, "fuel system integrity." in a 30 mph frontal barrier crash test, a fuel tank vapor recovery valve separated internally. during the subsequent static rollover test, fuel spillage exceeded the specified rate.
Consequence:
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will install a stop plate assembly on the vehicle frame to prevent recovery valve contact with a frame crossmember during the impact sequence.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 99s32.owner notification is expected to begin during november/december 1999.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. also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
01V258000 on 08/22/2001
Component:
Visibility:windshield wiper/washer:motor
Affected:
1,083,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: passenger cars, sport utility vehicles, and light and medium duty pickup trucks. a switch located in the plastic cover of the wiper motor gear case could malfunction and overheat, potentially resulting in loss of intermittent wiper function, loss of wiper park function, complete loss of wiper function, or ignition of the plastic cover material. switch malfunction is most likely to occur when the intermittent setting of the wipers is being used, or when snow or ice obstructs the blades from returning to the "parked" position at the bottom of the windshield. these vehicles were built at the following assembly plants: atlanta plant from 2/11/00 through 7/31/00; chicago plant from 2/14/00 through 8/4/00; kansas city plant from 2/26/00 to 9/4/00; kentucky truck plant from 2/18/00 to 8/31/00; michigan truck plant from 2/23/00 through 8/3/00; norfolk plant from 2/21/00 through 7/27/00; wayne stamping and assembly plant from 2/25/00 through 8/15/00; and wixom plant from 2/15/00 through 8/8/00.
Consequence:
Loss of visibility while driving increases the risk of a crash.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the date code on the wiper motor. motors built with the suspect time frame will have the wiper motor gear case cover replaced. owner notification began august 20, 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 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:
Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:
06V286000 on 08/01/2006
Component:
Vehicle speed control
Affected:
1,200,000
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with speed control, gasoline or natural gas engines, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat.
Consequence:
Overheating could result in smoke or burn and an underhood fire.
Correction:
Dealers will install a fused wiring harness into the speed control system free of charge. the recall began on august 7, 2006. owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332. (note: also see recalls 05v017 and 05v388)
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:
07E066000 on 08/28/2007
Component:
Equipment:electrical
Affected:
175
Defect:
Certain cequent 90 degree 7-way right angle adaptors sold by distributors in tow packages for aftermarket sales to tow 5th wheel rv travel trailers. due to incorrect wiring of the harness, the trailer lights may not operate properly.
Consequence:
If the trailer lights are not working properly, a vehicle crash can occur.
Correction:
All of the defective tow packages are still at the distributor level and have not been sold to any consumers.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to aftermarket cequent tow packages and has no relation to any original equipment installed on daimlerchrysler, gmc, or ford vehicles.customers may 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.

2000 FORD F-350 TSBs (32)

Bulletin:
996747
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with either the trailer towing package or chassis cab may exhibit various trailer related electrical conditions. instructions on installing the trailer towing relays and fuses are provided in the trailer towing kit.
Bulletin:
996875
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Engineering is investigating all brake concerns on vehicles exhibiting brake noise. *tt
Bulletin:
9913030
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with either the trailer towing package or chassis cab may exhibit various trailer related electrical conditions such as: backup lights inoperative, trailer battery feed inoperative or electric brake power inoperative
Bulletin:
13349
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some dual rear wheel vehicles may exhibit a chatter noise from the rear axle during turns. *tt
Bulletin:
13384
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Exhibiting abs codes of b2141 or b2477 following replacement of a gem module. *tt
Bulletin:
13470
Component:
021000 suspension:front
Summary:
Some vehicles may require adjustment to the front end alignment settings to address tire-wear or vehicle directional sensitivity concerns. *tt
Bulletin:
8207
Component:
106200 power train:axle assembly:axle shaft
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 10.50-inch ring gear, full-floating rear axles may exhibit a leak at the outboard end of the axle shaft(s). *tt
Bulletin:
13964
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding change to the location of the ashtray. *tt
Bulletin:
002310
Component:
103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
Summary:
Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system. *tt
Bulletin:
00B53
Component:
105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
Summary:
Vehicles may experience severe vehicle vibration, due to front driveshaft maybe one inch too long. *jb
Bulletin:
14356
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Concerns with rear brake noise. *jb
Bulletin:
14952
Component:
034500 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit early wear of the inner brake pad on the rear disc brakes when operated in mud, slush, dirt, or other severe conditions. *tt
Bulletin:
15292
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Some super duty f series equipped with pto capable transmissions may exhibit a failure to go t high idle upon pto engagement. *tt
Bulletin:
15500
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Concerns with low power while in reverse. *tt
Bulletin:
01017
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Subject regarding 198196 bolt-on steering stops service group, all models 0307, hr0307a and hr1000a. *slc
Bulletin:
15742
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Information on vehicles exhibiting a perceived poor fuel range / economy, and or a faulty fuel gauge. *tt
Bulletin:
15932
Component:
061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 4.2l, 4.6l and 5.4l engine may exhibit a lack of power condition. *tt
Bulletin:
16915
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Excessive drive-away shudder or vibration under moderate to heavy acceleration from a stop. *tt
Bulletin:
03911
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Rough idle and/or hesitation when acclerating on certain super duty vehicles equipped with a 5.4l or 6.8l engine. *tt
Bulletin:
03163
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with the dual rear wheel (drw) rear axle may exhibit a tactile popping or audible chattering noise. this popping noise/feel results from the clutch plates and discs (in the limited slip differential case) sticking an
Bulletin:
03174
Component:
010000 steering
Summary:
Steering wheel fight after riding over bumps/ruts. 2003, 2004 f450 and f550 models included. *tt
Bulletin:
16518
Component:
061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:
Accessory drive belt squealing noise from the engine area when the engine fan clutch is engaged while operated in hot dusty climates. various models including 2003 f450/550. *tt
Bulletin:
17603
Component:
141100 air bags:frontal:sensor/control module
Summary:
Air bag light on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1871 or b1935 following ecs/rcm replacement. *tt
Bulletin:
17554
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Oil/dust film at cac connections. *mj
Bulletin:
02227
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-cylinder head deck leak-4.6 and 5.4l engines-new service-only gasket and cylinder head kits availability. *mj
Bulletin:
16403
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Engine-light tick or rattle type noise from engine after cold start. *mj
Bulletin:
18217
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Multiple vehicles - fuel level indication concerns - service tip. various models including 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, expedition, explorer, mountaineer and aviator. *tt
Bulletin:
18223
Component:
033100 service brakes, hydraulic:power assist:vacuum
Summary:
Vacuum pump inoperative or runs continuously - climate control defaults to defrost. oasis. to also include 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, and f650/750. *tt
Bulletin:
031603
Component:
106000 power train:axle assembly
Summary:
Rear axle popping/chatter noise - dana 80 model dual rear wheel (drw). *ar
Bulletin:
18406
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Service tips before arc welding on the frame or body of a unit. *tt
Bulletin:
18376
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
A cold weather reverse engagement stall. *tt
Bulletin:
04236
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Vehicle lean sag when observed from rear of vehicle. *eh

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