2004 FORD F-250 Recalls (8)

Campaign:: 04V229000 on 05/19/2004
Component:: Tires
Manufactured:: 01/14/2004 - 05/26/2004
Affected:: 6,415
Defect:: Certain lariat and king ranch model pickup trucks fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 120, "tire selection and rims for motor vehicles other than passenger cars." some trucks were inadvertently equipped with an incorrect load range tire. this would result in incorrect tire load ratings for the stated vehicle axle gross axle weight rating. also, the tire may be inflated above the dot listed inflation pressure.
Consequence:: If a tire was operated in an over-loaded or over-inflated condition, the tire may rupture resulting in a rapid air loss, which can cause a crash without warning.
Correction:: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace any incorrect load range tires. additionally, if any tire required replacement, it is recommended that the wheel lug nut torque be checked within 500 miles after any tire replacement. owner notification began on may 21, 2004. owners should contact. ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:: Ford recall no. 04c07. customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration?s auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
Campaign:: 06E049000 on 06/04/2006
Component:: Exterior lighting
Affected:: 27,176
Defect:: Certain ck motorsports combination headlights, clear corner, bumper, and side marker lights sold as replacement lamps for use on the 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.
Consequence:: Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
Correction:: Ck motorsport will notify owners and replace the noncompliant lamps free of charge. the recall began on july 1, 2006. owners may contact ck motorsport at 1-909-610-7211.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the vehicle manufacturers.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."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:: 06E052000 on 06/11/2006
Component:: Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:: 14,616
Defect:: Certain eagle eyes headlamps, p/nos. fr208-b101r, fr208-b101l, fr208-b001r, and fr208-b001l, sold for use as replacement equipment for the passenger vehicles listed above. these headlamps fail to conform to the photometric requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
Consequence:: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: Sabry lee will notify owners and offer full credit for any noncompliant headlamp. the recall is expected to begin on june 14, 2006. owners may contact sabry lee account executive at 1-866-467-2279.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles manufactured by the ford motor company.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:: 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.
Campaign:: 09E012000 on 04/06/2009
Component:: Exterior lighting
Affected:: 16,270
Defect:: Sabersport is recalling 16,270 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: Sabersport will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on may 11, 2009. owners may contact sabersport at 1-909-598-7589.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by sabersport.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen.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:: 09E025000 on 05/10/2009
Component:: Exterior lighting:headlights
Affected:: 42,540
Defect:: Dope, inc. is recalling 42,540 combination corner and bumper lamp assemblies of various part numbers sold for use as aftermarket equipment for various passenger vehicles. these headlamps fail to conform to the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." these lamps do not contain the required amber side reflectors.
Consequence:: Decreased lighting visibility may result in a vehicle crash.
Correction:: Dope, inc. will notify owners and offer a full refund for the noncompliant combination lamps. the safety recall began on july 28, 2009. owners may contact dope, inc. at 1-626-272-1798.
Notes:: This recall only pertains to aftermarket replacement equipment and has no relation to any original equipment installed on vehicles produced by the vehicle manufacturer.in order to determine if your aftermarket lamp assembly is affected by this noncompliance, please review the list of model numbers provided to us by dope, inc.the list can be found under "document search" located at the bottom of your screen. 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:: 11V352000 on 07/12/2011
Component:: Exterior lighting:tail lights
Affected:: 26,715
Defect:: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. a multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
Consequence:: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. the safety recall began on august 15, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:: Ford's safety recall no. 11c18.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:: 11V352000 on 07/12/2011
Component:: Exterior lighting:brake lights
Affected:: 26,715
Defect:: Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, "lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment." the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. a multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate.
Consequence:: Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash.
Correction:: Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. the safety recall began on august 15, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes:: Ford's safety recall no. 11c18.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> .

2004 FORD F-250 TSBs (72)

Bulletin:: 17252
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Oil leak at, or near, the rear main seal. this includes 2003-2004 super duty f-series. *tt
Bulletin:: 17266
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Low base engine oil pressure caused by high pressure oil system leak. *tt
Bulletin:: 17288
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Lack of power and/or low boost pressure condition. this includes 2003-2004 super duty f-series. *tt
Bulletin:: 17929
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Diagnostic trouble code p0103 (mass or volume air flow circuit high input) due to water ingestion/snow packing/ice build-up in the air induction system. *tt
Bulletin:: 17296
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Diagnostic trouble code p0232 (fuel pump secondary circuit high). this includes 2003-2004 super duty f-series. *tt
Bulletin:: 17307
Component:: 162300 structure:body:door
Summary:: Squeaking noise coming from the upper door seal when driving over bumps. f250 model includes 1999-2004 super duty f-series. *tt
Bulletin:: 0311
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Recommended 12v switched accessory sources. this is a fisher service bulletin. *mr
Bulletin:: 04T03
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Special service instruction 04t03. demonstration/delivery hold on engine crankshaft. *tt
Bulletin:: 17460
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Oil leak that seems to be coming from head gasket area. including ford f450/550 my2003. *tt
Bulletin:: 17472
Component:: 061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:: Low power condition and/or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2263. 6.0l diesel engine. also includes my2003 ford f450/550. *tt
Bulletin:: 17508
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: False diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's set during use of active commands with wds. *tt
Bulletin:: 17522
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Crank no start, runs rough, engine misses, bucks/jerks or lacks power condition - wiring harness chafing. *tt
Bulletin:: 17530
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Moan/drone noise and tactile vibration between 1500-2000 rpm. *tt
Bulletin:: 17594
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) u1262 (scp communication bus fault) stored in the instrument cluster (ic). *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:: 17613
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Driveability concerns and set diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) p2614 (camshaft position output circuit open) and p2617 (crankshaft position output circuit open). *tt
Bulletin:: 17618
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Transmission gear ratio error - diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0730 on vehicles with torqshift transmission. *tt
Bulletin:: 17624
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Various driveability concerns. torqshift harsh downshift and clunk/buck/jerk. *tt
Bulletin:: 17643
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Harsh/slipping engagements, upshifts and/or downshifts on vehicles with torqshift - adaptive shift strategy. *tt
Bulletin:: 17667
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Oil leak from front or rear of engine. *tt
Bulletin:: 17669
Component:: 138130 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:controls/wiring
Summary:: Climate control defaults to defrost. *tt
Bulletin:: 17534
Component:: 090000 fuel system, other
Summary:: Water in fuel light on, which does not turn off after water has been drained from the horizontal fuel conditioning module (hfcm). *mj
Bulletin:: 17535
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Lack of power and/or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0103 - air induction system water/snow deflector kit. *mj
Bulletin:: 17537
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Harsh engagement or shift issues with pulsating cooler lines and erratic line pressure. *mj
Bulletin:: 17540
Component:: 102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:: Various driveability concerns - torqshift harsh downshift and cluck/buck/jerk. *mj
Bulletin:: 17553
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Low charging system voltage while snow plowing. *mj
Bulletin:: 17566
Component:: 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:: Turbo moan/drone noise and tactile vibration between 1500-2000 rpm. *tt
Bulletin:: 17567
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Pcm (powertrain control module)/ficm/tcm reprogramming errors. *tt
Bulletin:: 17568
Component:: 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
Summary:: Normal egr (exhaust gas recirculation) operation - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 17569
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: No crank/no start with low tr-p voltage. *tt
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:: 17580
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Various electrical concerns. inoperative turn signals (in the mirror only), parking lights, running lights, cab lights, fog lights, or dash lights, with fuse 2.17 open. *tt
Bulletin:: 17316
Component:: 090000 fuel system, other
Summary:: Fuel signal to instrument cluster service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 17320
Component:: 063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:: Broken exhaust manifold studs. *tt
Bulletin:: 17351
Component:: 103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:: Harsh disengagement when shifting from reverse to park. *tt
Bulletin:: 0471
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Warning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (rss) and forward sensing system (fss)-false activation of warning tone-service tips. *mj update. *tt
Bulletin:: 17683
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Engine oil leaks at lower crankcase. *tt
Bulletin:: 17701
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2263. *tt
Bulletin:: 17704
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Driveability concerns and set diagnostic trouble codes p2614 and p2617. *tt
Bulletin:: 17716
Component:: 061110 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
Summary:: Belt noise. *tt
Bulletin:: 17719
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Low power/boost due to the plastic charge air cooler (cac) duct blowing off. *tt
Bulletin:: 17727
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Clunk or pop on initial engagement from reverse to drive at approximately 2-3 mph. various modles including 2004 econoline. *tt
Bulletin:: 04115
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: No start or constant engine misfire - fuel injection control module (ficm) diagnosis - 6.0l diesel. *tt
Bulletin:: 17869
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Air induction system appears to be warped and/or not sealing. *tt
Bulletin:: 17874
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Delayed/harsh forward or reverse engagements. *tt
Bulletin:: 17885
Component:: 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:: Lack of power and/or diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p2263 after turbocharger replacement. *tt
Bulletin:: 03E03
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: Emissions recall 03e03 - powertrain control module and fuel injector control module re-calibration. *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:: 17437
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: White/gray smoke and various driveability concerns after cold start - torqshift harsh downshift and buck/jerk. *tt
Bulletin:: 17447
Component:: 353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:: Wireless keypad inoperative - service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 0492
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Water-in-fuel lamp illuminated after draining heated fuel conditioning module (hfcm) on vehicles built prior to 11/1/2003 with 6.0l engine. *tt
Bulletin:: 04209
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Low power - cold side charge air cooler (cac) disconnected - oil leak at cold side cac connections - 6.0l engine - vehicles built 12/15/2003 through 4/1/2004. *tt
Bulletin:: 18209
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Harsh/slipping shifts and/or harsh/delayed engagement into drive or reverse. *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:: 18226
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Malfunction indicator lamp on with diagnostic trouble code p2614/p2617, multiple driveability issues and/or glow plug or water-in-fuel lamp flicker. oasis. various models including 2005 super duty f-series and excursion. *tt
Bulletin:: 18069
Component:: 061120 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:turbo-charger
Summary:: Low power and/or diagnostic trouble code p0299 or p2263 - turbocharger diagnostic service tip. *tt
Bulletin:: 04B24
Component:: 100000 power train
Summary:: Low/reverse gear set pinion shaft(s) that may walk out, causing metallic particle contamination. customer satisfaction program 04b24. transmission reverse planet replacement. *tt supplement #1 and #2. *tt supplement #3. *tt
Bulletin:: 0536
Component:: 104000 power train:transfer case (4-wheel drive)
Summary:: 4x4 transfer case jump out of 4th or 4l - manual shift transfer case. *tt
Bulletin:: 18397
Component:: 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:: Lack of power, surge, and/or diagnostic trouble codes p2263 or p0299. *tt
Bulletin:: 18406
Component:: 162000 structure:body
Summary:: Service tips before arc welding on the frame or body of a unit. *tt
Bulletin:: 04184
Component:: 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:: Turbo-induced exhaust moan/drone at 1600-1800 rpm - 6.0l built after 9/29/2003. *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:: 18384
Component:: 110000 electrical system
Summary:: Popping or quavering from radio on the am band. *tt
Bulletin:: 04217
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:: 04238
Component:: 010000 steering
Summary:: Steering gear noise - 6.0l diesel engine. *tt
Bulletin:: 04236
Component:: 020000 suspension
Summary:: Vehicle lean sag when observed from rear of vehicle. *eh
Bulletin:: 042107
Component:: 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Summary:: General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
Bulletin:: 04266
Component:: 105000 power train:driveline
Summary:: A driveline clunk or bump when starting from a stop. *tt
Bulletin:: 08172005
Component:: 355200 equipment:other:owners/service/other manual
Summary:: Customer satisfaction program 05b29: supplement#3. charge air cooler duct replacement. *sc
Bulletin:: 05215
Component:: 060000 engine and engine cooling
Summary:: Buck/jerk or surge - 6.0l vehicles built before 8/22/2005. *tt

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