Engine Exhaust System problems of the 2004 Ford F-550

Two problems related to engine exhaust system have been reported for the 2004 Ford F-550. The most recently reported issues are listed below.

1 Engine Exhaust System problem

Failure Date: 03/29/2006

The contact owns a 2004 F-550 sd. While driving approximately 60 mph, the contact noticed steam coming from the engine. The vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostics where the technicians advised that the turbo had overboosted and caused the engine to fail. The engine was replaced and after the repairs, the contact noticed white smoke from the exhaust pipe and an anti-freeze smell emitting from the vehicle. The vehicle was taken to an independent mechanic. The mechanic stated that the inner cooler had to be replaced and the head gasket exhibited a leak. The inner cooler was replaced. The approximate failure mileage was 6,500.

2 Engine Exhaust System problem

Failure Date: 02/10/2006

While driving a Ford F-550 that I bought used on 01-25-06 from hub city Ford in lafayette, la. . . The engine lost power and stalled on a 65 mph. Hwy (hwy 90). Apparently. . . There is good cause to believe that an ignored recall on this specific truck is the exact reason for this dangerous failure. Not to mention the now lost income from it being in the waiting line at hub city Ford. . . Where I had it towed. I was promised that all was inspected and in good working order prior to driving the truck off the lot. Well. . . It wasn't. I chose to see if there were any recall issues with this truck's VIN number at the Ford recalls website. . . Yes. . . This was what I saw: recalls results : be advised that this system tracks safety and emission recalls for which vehicles are subject to repair in the united states. For more information on Ford motor company recalls or concerns you may be having with your vehicle, please contact your dealership directly. Below you will find information regarding your affected vehicle. Recalls listed 2004 Ford F-550 1fdaw56p64ed99151 05e15 exhaust pressure sensor replacement, on-board diagnostic system and engine control modules recalibration from your website here: make : Ford model : f550 super duty year : 2004 manufacturer : Ford motor company NHTSA campaign id number : 05v270000 mfg's report date : Jun 07, 2005 component: electrical system:wiring potential number of units affected : 180104 summary: certain pickup trucks, sport utility vehicles and vans equipped with 6. 0l diesel engines may experience stalling without warning while driving and may or may not restart. Consequence: should the engine stall, a vehicle crash could occur. Remedy: dealers will upgrade the fuel injection control module (ficm) wire harness or replaced, and/or have a new injection control pressure (icp)) sensor connector installed free of charge. The recall began on July 22, 2005. Ford recall no. 05s34.


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