2000 FORD F-550 SD Recalls (6)

Campaign:
01V046000 on 02/27/2001
Component:
Tires:valve
Manufactured:
09/07/1997 - 10/20/2000
Affected:
102,000
Defect:
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with commercial truck tires that have steel cords in the tire sidewall. the valve stems may have been torn or damaged during assembly and could leak causing sidewall damage.
Consequence:
If not maintained, could result in a sidewall zipper failure. a zipper failure during inflation of a damaged tire could result in injury to someone near the tire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the valve stems for leakage, and will replace both the valve stem and the tire if leakage is present. owner notification began march 28, 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:
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:
07V553000 on 12/04/2007
Component:
Engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Affected:
1,176,000
Defect:
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.
Consequence:
In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 07s57.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:
07E106000 on 12/18/2007
Component:
Wheels:cap/cover/hub
Affected:
130,000
Defect:
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 light indication, noise, and/or wheel separation.
Consequence:
Wheel separation can result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:
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.
Notes:
This recall only pertains to replacement national, carquest wheel hub assemblies and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by general motors or ford.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.
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> .

2000 FORD F-550 SD TSBs (58)

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:
6989
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information on repairing paint chips on interior trim. *tt
Bulletin:
7001
Component:
015100 steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Summary:
Some trucks equipped with a 7.3l dit may exhibit a noisy power steering pump. *tt
Bulletin:
13173
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding repairing paint chips on interior trim. *mjs
Bulletin:
13189
Component:
015100 steering:hydraulic power assist:pump
Summary:
Information regarding request for dealer feedback for noisy power steering pump in louisville, ky and detroit, mi areas only. *mjs
Bulletin:
7431
Component:
020000 suspension
Summary:
Some vehicles with a manual transmission may exhibit a pilot bearing concern. *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:
8167
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or stuck in 4x4 low range, with no diagnostic trouble codes stored in the gem. *tt
Bulletin:
13876
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low range engagement or stuck in 4x4 low range, with no diagnostic trouble codes stored in the gem. *tt
Bulletin:
8376
Component:
036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with rear anti-lock brakes may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes c1113 / c1115 / c1185. *tt
Bulletin:
13758
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. *mjs
Bulletin:
8401
Component:
107000 power train:axle hubs
Summary:
Front hublocks that will not engage or disengage after installing new front wheel bearing hub assemblies. *tt
Bulletin:
8432
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with manual temperature control may exhibit a temperature control knob that falls off. *tt
Bulletin:
13964
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding change to the location of the ashtray. *tt
Bulletin:
14006
Component:
107000 power train:axle hubs
Summary:
Front hublocks that will not engage or disengage after installing new front wheel bearing hub assemblies or after performing tsb 99-12-12 (brakes - new design front rotor and hub - includes vehicles with 4x4 - service tip). *tt
Bulletin:
14020
Component:
138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:
Concerns with the manual temperature control knob falling off. *tt
Bulletin:
0074
Component:
045200 service brakes, air:disc:pads
Summary:
Experiencing premature rear wheel inner brake pad wear occurring on some vehicles used in severe duty applications. **mr
Bulletin:
8167
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of no 4x4 low engagement or stuck in 4x4 low engagement, with no dtc's stored in the gem. **mr
Bulletin:
8313
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Information regarding ashtray relocation. **mr
Bulletin:
8487
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Information regarding transfer case hall effect encoder tips. **mr
Bulletin:
14043
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Information regarding transfer case hall effect encoder tips. **mr
Bulletin:
13105
Component:
034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
Summary:
Information on brake noise. *tt
Bulletin:
13455
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
Some vehicles with a manual transmission may exhibit a pilot bearing concern. some dealers are replacing the current pilot bearing with an aftermarket sealed ball bearing. *tt
Bulletin:
14840
Component:
021600 suspension:front:wheel bearing
Summary:
A slight purge of grease from the front hub bearing unit that may be noted between the hub unit and the inboard rotor flange. *tt
Bulletin:
14857
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Certain vehicles equipped with 6.8l bi-fuel engine and a pto capable 4r100 transmission may exhibit a low power in reverse condition. *tt
Bulletin:
01L02
Component:
355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:
Special field action on certain trucks equipped with 19.5-inch commercial truck tires with steel cord sidewalls - owner's guide supplement and information labels. *tt
Bulletin:
14105
Component:
015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
Summary:
Some 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
Bulletin:
14160
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
A condition may exist where the malfunction indicator lamp is on with diagnostic trouble code p0340 (camshaft position (cmp) sensor a circuit) stored, accompanied with a driveability concern. *tt
Bulletin:
15076
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
Some vehicles equipped with 6.8l bi-fuel engines and a pto capable 4r100 transmission may exhibit low power in reverse. *tt
Bulletin:
15109
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
A cold weather reverse engagement stall. *yd
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:
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:
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:
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:
17571
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction 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). *tt
Bulletin:
17316
Component:
090000 fuel system, other
Summary:
Fuel signal to instrument cluster service tip. *tt
Bulletin:
17406
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Low power, poor fuel economy, fuel gelling cold, excessive white smoke cold, or hard start. *mj this oasis updates previous oasis dated 12/01/03. *tt
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:
17829
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
Transfer case shift issues on vehicles with an electronic shift on the fly (esof) transfer case. *tt
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:
18406
Component:
162000 structure:body
Summary:
Service tips before arc welding on the frame or body of a unit. *tt
Bulletin:
04185
Component:
107000 power train:axle hubs
Summary:
Front hubs not engaging, not staying engaged and/or unlocking. *tt
Bulletin:
04174
Component:
110000 electrical system
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series. *tt
Bulletin:
18376
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
A cold weather reverse engagement stall. *tt
Bulletin:
04227
Component:
100000 power train
Summary:
Drive away shudder or vibration. *eh
Bulletin:
042107
Component:
103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:
General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:
042421
Component:
151300 seat belts:front:retractor
Summary:
Safety belt retraction speed. *tt
Bulletin:
18735
Component:
121000 exterior lighting:headlights
Summary:
Headlight adjustment - chassis cab incomplete vehicles. *tt
Bulletin:
05174
Component:
138000 visibility:defroster/defogger system
Summary:
Vacuum pump inoperative or runs continuously - climate control defaults to defrost mode. *tt
Bulletin:
20052
Component:
104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:
1999-2008 f250-f550 super duty 4x4 with electronic shift transfer case not engaging 4x4. *nj

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