NHTSA Recall 13V380000
NHTSA Campaign Id 13V380000; Date: Aug. 23, 2013
Excessive heat build up in rear compartment could result in fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2012 Ford F-350; 2012 Ford F-450; 2012 Ford F-550
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe
Manufactured by: Manning Equipment Inc. Llc
Affected Units:: 37
Recall Summary:
Manning equipment inc. Llc (manning) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ford f-350, f-450 and f-550 gasoline engined dual rear wheel chassis vehicles manufactured October 2011 through June 2012. The tailpipe on the exhaust system does not extend out beyond the edge of the body, allowing heat to build up in rear curbside storage compartment.
How to Fix:
Manning equipment has notified owners, and dealers will install tailpipe extensions free of charge. The recall has already begun. Owners may contact manning equipment at 1-502-426-5210.
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), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jul 24, 2013
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