NHTSA Recall # | 105719 |
NHTSA Compaign # | 14V507000 |
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Manufacturer | Jerr-Dan Corporation |
Supplier | FORD |
Brand | FORD |
Model | F-450 SUPER DUTY |
Model Year | 2012 |
Component | EQUIPMENT |
Date of notification | 16/10/14 |
Begin date of manufacuring | 12/09/24 |
End date of manufacturing | 12/09/24 |
Type of recall | V |
Recall initiator | ODI |
Report received | 18/08/14 |
Report created | 19/08/14 |
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Estimated number of affected units | 76 |
Defect summary | Jerr-dan corporation (jerr-dan) is recalling certain model year 2009-2014 ford f-350 super duty, f-450 super duty, and f-550 superduty chassis modified by jerr-dan and equipped with certain muncie power products pto assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the pto pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust. |
Consequence summary | The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire. |
Corrective action | Jerr-dan will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began in october 2014. Owners may contact jerr-dan customer service at 1-800-926-9666. |
Recall notes | Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153). |