2008 FORD F-550 SD Recalls (4)

Campaign:
07V139000 on 03/26/2007
Component:
Power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
Manufactured:
06/12/2006 - 03/08/2007
Affected:
33,169
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, excessive temperatures in the diesel particulate filter in the exhaust system may result from excess hydrocarbons in the exhaust.
Consequence:
Lack of power or rough operation, unusual noises from the engine or exhaust, white smoke from the exhaust, and potentially a visible flame out the tailpipe can occur.
Correction:
Dealers will reprogram the power train control module. the recall began on april 3, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 07s49.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:
07V140000 on 03/26/2007
Component:
Electrical system:battery
Manufactured:
12/17/2006 - 01/27/2007
Affected:
1,022
Defect:
On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, insufficient clearance of the battery positive (b+) wire to the right hand splash shield bolt may result in the battery b+ wire contacting the splash shield bolt.
Consequence:
Long term contact could cause wire chafe, resulting in copper wire being exposed. if this condition occurs, the battery b+ wire could short to ground increasing the risk of a fire.
Correction:
Dealers will inspect the battery b+ wire location and, if necessary, reposition the wire. the recall began on april 3, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 07s50.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:
08V096000 on 02/28/2008
Component:
Seats
Manufactured:
01/28/2007 - 06/15/2007
Affected:
87,515
Defect:
Ford is recalling 87,515 my 2008 f250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 vehicles for failing to comply with all the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 207, "seating systems." some 40% split and captain's chair driver's seats, equipped with lumbar supports, may have improper welds at the joint of the seat back pivot bracket and the seat back frame.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash, the seat side pivot bracket may crack or break, increasing the risk of injury to the seat occupant.
Correction:
Dealers will add a reinforcement to the driver's seat back frame on the 40% split or captain's chair seat equipped with lumbar support or, if necessary, the seat back frame will be replaced. the recall began on march 28, 2008. owners may contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes:
Ford recall no. 08c01.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:
09V456000 on 11/29/2009
Component:
Equipment:air conditioner
Affected:
269
Defect:
Cues, inc. is recalling certain model year 2007-2009 service vehicles built on various chassis equipped with carrier airv ceiling units, model nos. 68rv0010ba, 68rv0012ca, and 68rv0010ea. the heater element in these assemblies may be defective which could cause the unit to create smoke or sparks.
Consequence:
This defect could result in a fire.
Correction:
Cues is working with carrier to remedy the affected vehicles. repairs will be made by carrier free of charge. please see carrier's defect report 09e-053. the safety recall began on january 5, 2010. owners may contact carrier at 1-877-584-7059 or cues at 1-407-849-0190.
Notes:
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> .

2008 FORD F-550 SD TSBs (78)

Bulletin:
07312
Component:
071200 fuel system, gasoline:storage:auxillary tank
Summary:
Water in the fuel tank behind rear axle - 6.0l, 6.4l and 7.3l diesel engine. *kb updated 2/29/08. *nj
Bulletin:
19612
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Malfunction indicator lamp on with code p132b. *kb
Bulletin:
19614
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Air filter water ingestion / snow packing with codes p0103. *kb
Bulletin:
19620
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Injector circuit open codes p0201, p0202, p0203, p0204, p0205, p0206, p0207, p0208 with a misfire / rough running / lack of power condition. *kb
Bulletin:
19621
Component:
070000 fuel system, gasoline
Summary:
Lack of power due to low fuel pressure, fuel tank liner seperation. *kb
Bulletin:
19622
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Ids unable to communicate with the pcm. *kb
Bulletin:
06221
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Helix angle and tooth pressure angle count and look the same. installing a z92 gear on this transmission will result in premature failure. *kb updated 12/12/07. *nj
Bulletin:
07229
Component:
126000 exterior lighting:turn signal
Summary:
Rapid flashing turn lights. *kb
Bulletin:
07228
Component:
080000 fuel system, diesel
Summary:
After market fuel tanks. *kb
Bulletin:
07227
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Standard duty carrier applications. *kb
Bulletin:
0791
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Lighting on snow plow equipped vehicles. *kb
Bulletin:
07910
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
6.4l-pcm update- built before 7/-30/2007- intermitten p0342 and/or p1326, update-pto function, turbo proctection, high idle, shift quality and ic. *kb updated 11/05/07. *nj
Bulletin:
19768
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Stop/turn lamp separation. *kb
Bulletin:
19703
Component:
135200 visibility:rearview mirrors/devices:exterior
Summary:
Power folding mirror. *kb
Bulletin:
19704
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring fault on trailer, displayed in message center with dtc c2806. *kb
Bulletin:
19728
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Lack of power due to low fuel pressure - fuel tank liner seperation. *kb
Bulletin:
19730
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring fault on trailer displayed in message center with dtc c2806. *kb
Bulletin:
0772
Component:
022000 suspension:rear
Summary:
Rear of vehicle is too high/low -5th wheel and goose neck applications. *kb
Bulletin:
0777
Component:
063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
Summary:
Exhaust smoke from front of vehicle. exhaust odor inside the vehicle. *kb
Bulletin:
07231
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Hpl series wrecker applications. jerr-dan *kb updated 12/12/07. *nj
Bulletin:
07230
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Mpl series wrecker application. jerr-dan. *kb
Bulletin:
19807
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Air induction snow restriction. vehicle operated in heavy snow conditions may experience a lack of power during acceleration. this could cause the check air filter message on dash. *nj
Bulletin:
19813
Component:
073000 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system
Summary:
Injector circuit open- dtc(s) p0201-p0208 with a misfire/rough running/lack of power condition. *nj
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
Bulletin:
0707
Component:
080000 fuel system, diesel
Summary:
In some of the affected vehicles, three fuel injectors were subjected to a reverse polarity voltage during engine testing that may have damaged the injector resulting in reduced fuel flow. this may potentially cause the vehicle to run roug
Bulletin:
19817
Component:
045000 service brakes, air:disc
Summary:
2008 f-super duty - soft or increased brake pedal travel - perform both master cylinder bypass test and pinpoint test f. *nj
Bulletin:
19815
Component:
092100 fuel system, other:delivery:fuel pump
Summary:
2008 f-super duty - 6.4l diesel engine - the fuel cooling pump noise. *nj
Bulletin:
19849
Component:
073200 fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors
Summary:
Uvc 15-way connections that are secured by an o-ring. *nj
Bulletin:
19850
Component:
022520 suspension:rear:axle:non-powered axle assembly
Summary:
Dana s110 rear - axle fluid leak. *nj
Bulletin:
19852
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Wiring fault on trailer displayed in message center with dtc c2806. *nj
Bulletin:
789
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
Installation location for all 2008 ford super duty trucks (isolation module). western products. *nj
Bulletin:
003
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Isolation module - installation location for all 2008 ford super duty trucks. blizzard snowplows. *nj
Bulletin:
19786
Component:
091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
Summary:
Distance to empty (dte) and fuel gauge service tip. *nj
Bulletin:
004
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
Blizzard snowplows - on 2008 ford super duty trucks (snowplow headlamp switch operation w/snowplow headlamps connected (6-pin headlamp kit). *nj
Bulletin:
07238
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Diesel exhaust modification on 2008 ford super duty f-series for mpl series wreckers. *nj
Bulletin:
19918
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
(wiring fault on trailer) displayed in message center with dtc c2806 - my 2008 f-super duty. *nj
Bulletin:
07166
Component:
115000 electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
Summary:
The 2008 f-super duty vehicle is equipped w/ a smart junction box (sjb) or generic electronic module (gem) and its function is to provide protection against excessive current loads, typical of a short circuit, by shutting down circuit opera
Bulletin:
19967
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
2008 f-super duty - 6.4l air induction snow restriction. *nj
Bulletin:
19891
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Some 2008 f-super duty - gas engines/torqshift with water in the transmission. *nj
Bulletin:
19891
Component:
114000 electrical system:wiring
Summary:
Some 2008 f-super duty - wiring fault on trailer displayed in message center with dtc c2806. *nj
Bulletin:
19989
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
2005-2008 f-super duty manual transmission- clutch pedal concern. *nj
Bulletin:
20020
Component:
080000 fuel system, diesel
Summary:
Some 2008 f-super duty - 6.4l diesel egr valve and dpf failures due to high sulfur diesel fuel. *nj
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
Bulletin:
07192
Component:
015300 steering:hydraulic power assist:power steering fluid
Summary:
Some 2008 f-super duty vehicles built before 5/10/07 and equipped with a 5.4l or 6.8l engine and single rear wheels (srw), with a customer concern of power steering pump noise while driving and with hotter than normal powering steering flu
Bulletin:
20124
Component:
013100 steering:gear box:shaft sector
Summary:
2008 e-series and f-series super duty - steering gear leak. *nj
Bulletin:
20127
Component:
062200 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:fan
Summary:
2008 f-series super duty diesels exhibiting dtc p0528 due to snow plow installation on vehicles without factory installed snow plow package. *nj
Bulletin:
20129
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
2008 f-super duty 6.4l diesel - mil, p006b, p2563, p2263 with or without a drivability complaint. *nj
Bulletin:
20131
Component:
115000 electrical system:fuses and circuit breakers
Summary:
2008 f-super duty 6.4l diesel - vref codes p1335, p0193, p0642, p0643, or p0652. *nj
Bulletin:
08-4-8
Component:
061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
Summary:
6.4l air induction system restriction--snow--built before 9/18/2007. *nj
Bulletin:
20170
Component:
980000 unknown or other
Summary:
2008 f-super duty 6.4l - p040d dtc with a lack of power or lack of boost. *nj
Bulletin:
20232
Component:
102000 power train:manual transmission
Summary:
2005-08 f250-550 super duty manual transmission - clutch pedal concern. *nj
Bulletin:
TB 08-246
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Jerr-dan: revised carrier mud flap installation on 2008 ford f550 and dodge ram 4500/5000 chassis cabs. *pe
Bulletin:
SSI-08-T-01
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford super duty: demonstration/delivery hold s008 f super duty vehicles; 6/4l diesel engine cooling system venturi tee installation upgrade. affected vehicles, the radiator may develop cracks from a reverse flow of coo air/coolant from the
Bulletin:
TSB-08-10-2
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: 6.4l diesel engine. vehicles built between 1/3/08 and 5/5/08 diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0128, p0196, p1335, p0404 and p0406. *pe
Bulletin:
CSP-08B06
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. certain 2008 model year f super duty vehicles equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine cooling system venturi tee installation. *pe updated 5/5/09. csc letter was rec
Bulletin:
CSP-09B08
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. vehicles fuel injector o rings can prematurely wear. as a result, fuel may leak into crankcase causing oil level to rise. high oil levels can cause drivability concerns a
Bulletin:
SB-20720
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford sd trucks; this non mil dtc will be stored in the powertrain control module (pcm) when the engine oil temperature (eot), engine coolant temperature (ect) and intake air temperature (iat) are below -15f (-26c) at start up and engine blo
Bulletin:
TSB-09-16-10
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: some vehicles equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine and built between 8/3/07 and 1/2/08 may require a calibration update which will cover several different concerns. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-09-16-9
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: some vehicles equipped with a 6.4l diesel engines and built prior to 8/2/07 may require a calibration update which will cover several different concerns. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-09-16-7
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter.some vehicles equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine may require a calibration update which will cover several different concerns. *pe
Bulletin:
SI-20024
Component:
120000 exterior lighting
Summary:
Ford: dual rear wheel (drw) side marker lamps loose. some vehicles (f350-550 sd) equipped with drw may exhibit side marker lamps that are loose/falling off. if a side marker lamp must be replaced f81z-15442-ba (red) and f81z-15442-ca (am
Bulletin:
SB-21410
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: some trucks with 6.4l engine will run rough, smokes, or no start due to gasoline or alcohol in the fuel. gasoline/alcohol lack the lubricity of diesel fuel and will cause fuel system failure. *pe
Bulletin:
SB-21434
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: supply/return lines installation at high pressure pump-revised washer for trucks equipped with 6.4l engines. when installing supply or return lines at high pressure pump on diesel engines, do not use the bonded style washer (w302870)
Bulletin:
TSB-11-4-22
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: some ford super duty trucks may exhibit a lack of power with a diagnostic trouble code during acceleration. *rm
Bulletin:
TSB-11-4-15
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: some ford super duty trucks may exhibit a lack of power with a diagnostic trouble code at full operating temperature during acceleration. *rm
Bulletin:
AS-21769
Component:
046000 service brakes, air:antilock
Summary:
Ford: if there is an intermittent lack of power, surge, or hesitation while driving the brakes will override acceleration. *rm
Bulletin:
TSB-10-23-6
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: the malfunction light may be on with a lack of power. htere may be mulitple trouble codes stored. 2008 f-250/350/450/550. *rm
Bulletin:
CSP-11B23
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford service campaign: see document search button for owner letter. there are multiple problems with the vehicle. possibliy including: malfunction light on, runs rough, reduced power, excessive smoke from the exhaust, fuel smell from the cr
Bulletin:
ASI-22277
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: some trucks may exhibit a situation with diesel engine such as engine knocking, low power, exhaust smoke, long or no crank start and runs rough. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-12-6-8
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: some trucks, equipped with 6.4l diesel engine will lack power with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p246c and p2463 with a malfunction indicator lamp. *pe
Bulletin:
TSB-13-6-7
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ford: when turning, there is a popping or clunking noise that is heard or felt, under floor pan, in some vehicles and more noticeable when weather is cold. model 2008-2012 f-super duty. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44534
Component:
103000 power train:automatic transmission
Summary:
Ford: when shifting between park, reverse and/or during 2-3 shift, an intermittent clunk occurs with a torqshift transmission. model 2003-2014 f-super duty, e series, excursion, f-53 motorhome chassis, low cab forward. *p
Bulletin:
ASI-44664
Component:
063200 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe
Summary:
Ford: there are exhaust leaks, caused by warped exhaust manifold, experience by diesel engine. model 2008-10 f super duty. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-44716
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: due to restrictions from cooling system contamination, diesel engine oil coolers primarily are being replaced because of other components in cooling system. model 2008-10 f-super duty. *pe
Bulletin:
ASI-49219
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Ford: after rocker pedestal replacement, some diesel trucks are experiencing knocking engine, rough runs, hard start, crank no start because of improper pedestal height causing to hang open the intake or exhaust valves. model 2008-10 f su
Bulletin:
ASI-45219
Component:
061200 engine and engine cooling:engine:diesel
Summary:
Ford: diesel engine runs rough, engine knocking, hard start, crank but no start due to height of improper pedestal that causes exhaust or intake valves be hung open. model 2008-10 f super duty. *pe
Bulletin:
SSM 46345
Component:
350000 equipment
Summary:
Some 2005-2017 f-super duty 4x4 vehicles operated in extreme dust, mud or tar sand conditions may exhibit accelerated 4x4 vacuum hub seal and or wheel bearing wear as a result of harsh operating conditions. a knuckle seal shield kit is now
Bulletin:
SSM 47009
Component:
353000 equipment:electrical
Summary:
The accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with remote keyless entry (rke). the master code for the accessory (wireless) keyless entry keypad can be retrieved from fmcdealer - parts a

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