NHTSA Recall 14V401000
NHTSA Campaign Id 14V401000; Date: Jul. 2, 2014
A short circuit may result in a fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
2011 Ford F-59; 2012 Ford F-59; 2013 Ford F-59; 2014 Ford F-59
Component: Electrical System
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 4,867
Recall Summary:
Ford motor company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 Ford f-59 commercial chassis vehicles manufactured December 17, 2009, to April 30, 2014. Corrosive environments, such as water mixed with road salt, may cause a short circuit between the electrical junction block and the mounting bracket/frame.
How to Fix:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began on July 28, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14s11. Note: since the short may result in a fire whether the vehicle is being operated or not, owners are advised to park affected vehicles outside until they have received the recall remedy.
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 28, 2014
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