NHTSA Recall 08V165000
NHTSA Campaign Id 08V165000; Date: Apr. 11, 2008
Cracks in the slip yoke would progress over time and the slip yoke could fracture without warning while the vehicle is being driven allowing the drive shaft to separate from the vehicle increasing the risk of a crash.
Recalled Vehicles:
2008 Ford E-350
Component: Power Train:driveline:driveshaft
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 3,331
Recall Summary:
Ford is recalling 3,331 my 2008 e-350 vehicles built with a 138 inch wheel base. The drive shaft may have been manufactured with a slip yoke that has cracks. The effect of the cracks on fatigue performance is variable, but on some yokes with cracks, the performance is reduced below design specification.
How to Fix:
Dealers will have the drive shaft inspected for manufacturing date and replace it free of charge. The recall began on April 14, 2008. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall Notes:
Ford recall no. 08s04. 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
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Apr 14, 2008
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