Defect Description For Recall
On Certain Low Cab Forward Chassis Trucks, The Unsealed InjeCTIon Pressure Regulator Connector Is Exposed To The Outside Environment Due To Its Location On The Back Of The Engine And The Engine’S Location In The Vehicle. The Connector Has A Heat Insulation Sleeve That May Retain Water Around The Connector.
Make Of Vehicle
FORD
Model Of Vehicle
LCF
Year
2006
Recall Campaign Number
06V471000
Component Description
Engine And Engine Cooling:Engine:Diesel
Effect Of Defect
Over Time, The Collected Water May Potentially Corrode The Connector Leads Resulting In Various Engine Performance Concerns Including; Running Rough, Difficult Or Unable To Be Started, Or Engine Stall Increasing The Risk Of A Crash.
Fix Defect
Dealers Will Replace The InjeCTIon Pressure Regulator Connector, Inspect For Corrosion, And Replace The Heat Insulation. If Corrosion Is Present, The Connector Will Be Replaced. If Corrosion Is Not Present, Dielectric Grease Will Be Applied Free Of Charge. The Recall Began On February 13, 2007. Owners May Contact Ford At 1-800-392-3673.
Vehicle Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Start Of Manufacture
20040804
End Of Manufacture
20060330
Type Of Vehicle Recall
V
Number Affected
5028
Date Owners Notified
20070213
Initiated By
Mfr
Responsible Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
Date Report Received
20061212
Make Campaign Number
06S47