NHTSA Recall 97V209000
NHTSA Campaign Id 97V209000; Date: Nov. 13, 1997
Depending on the materials used in the construction of the completed vehicle, ignition of these materials could occur resulting in a vehicle fire.
Recalled Vehicles:
1993 Ford F Super Duty; 1994 Ford F Super Duty; 1995 Ford F Super Duty; 1996 Ford F Super Duty; 1997 Ford F Super Duty
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control:gas Recirculation Valve (egr Valve)
Manufactured by: Ford Motor Company
Affected Units:: 64,000
Recall Summary:
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. Hot exhaust gasses can leak from the exhaust gas return (egr) tube on the engine. A hole can develop in the flexible section of the tube. Heat damage to the passenger compartment floor and floor covering can occur.
How to Fix:
Dealers will replace the egr tube.
Recall Notes:
Owner notification began January 19, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact Ford motorhome customer service at 1-800-444-3311. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-800-424-9393.
Date Owners notified by Manufacturer: Jan 19, 1998
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