Ford E-450 2004
Model E-450 made in 2004 by Ford got 4 consumer complains, 1 investigation there is 1 recall as well as 10 service bulletins. Consumer complaints with reference, among others things, to electrical system, fuel system, diesel and tires. Technical service bulletines regarding engine and engine cooling, fuel system, gasoline and fuel system, other. The car had one investigation (electrical system). There was one recall concerning exterior lighting .
Model 2004
Recalls
| Campaign | Manufacturer | Manufacturing date | Type | # of units affected | Date Owner notified Mfg | Recall Initiated by | Manufacturers of recalled vehicles/products | Report Recieved Date | Record Creation Date | Regulation Part Number | FMVSS Number | |||||
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING - BRAKE LIGHTS | ||||||||||||||||
| 11V352000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | V (Vehicle) | 26715 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 07/13/2011 | 07/13/2011 | 571 | 108 | |||||||
| Defect Summary | Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ranger trucks built from january 25, 2011, through april 25, 2011 at the twin cities assembly plant, and service parts distributed to dealers for certain 2004 through 2011 model year ranger trucks, 2002 through 2005 model year excursion vehicles, and 2002 through 2007 model year f-250, f-350, f-450, and f-550 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. the multi-function switch was shipped with a subcomponent (slider) that may experience deformation. a multi-function switch with a deformed slider may malfunction causing the turn signal, tail lights, hazard warning signal flashers and/or brake lights not to activate. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Non-functioning lights could increase the risk of a crash. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will replace the switches free of charge. the safety recall is expected to begin on or about august 15, 2011. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford's safety recall no. 11c18.owners 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 . | |||||||||||||||
Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| TSB-08-20-1 | 03/20/2009 | 10028284 | Ford trucks: misfire, lack of power, buck/jerk, excessive smoke, crank/no start-diagnostics for fuel system. there are several potential causes for these symptoms. *pe | 03/20/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||||
| TSB-08-26-3 | 06/01/2009 | 10028826 | Ford: some vehicles with diesel engines may experience no starts, hard starts or rough running when cold and may be accompanied with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0611, p1378 and/or all 8 injector circuit codes. *pe | 06/01/2009 | |
| TSB-08-20-1 | 03/20/2009 | 10028284 | Ford trucks: misfire, lack of power, buck/jerk, excessive smoke, crank/no start-diagnostics for fuel system. there are several potential causes for these symptoms. *pe | 03/20/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| TSB-08-20-1 | 03/20/2009 | 10028284 | Ford trucks: misfire, lack of power, buck/jerk, excessive smoke, crank/no start-diagnostics for fuel system. there are several potential causes for these symptoms. *pe | 03/20/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - TURBO-CHARGER | |||||
| TSB-08-16-13 | 05/01/2009 | 10028730 | Ford: some vehicles equipped with 6.0l diesel engine may exhibit any one or combination of the following concerns-lack of power, white/black smoke or a surge. *pe | 05/20/2009 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - OTHER FUEL TYPES - TURBO-CHARGER | |||||
| TSB-08-16-13 | 05/01/2009 | 10028730 | Ford: some vehicles equipped with 6.0l diesel engine may exhibit any one or combination of the following concerns-lack of power, white/black smoke or a surge. *pe | 05/20/2009 | |
| 08-2-11 | 03/01/2008 | 08-4-7 | 10024325 | 6.0l turbocharger carbon deposit diagnostics and service tips. *nj updated 5/29/08. *nj | 04/04/2008 |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL - GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) | |||||
| 07219 | 10/01/2007 | 10023855 | 6.0l--mil on--p0401, p0402, p0404, p1335--lack of power or surge with some 2003-2007 f-super duty, 2003-2005 excursion and 2004-2008 e-series vehicles. *nj | 02/06/2008 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM - INJECTORS | |||||
| TSB-10-12-6 | 06/11/2010 | 10034571 | Ford: runs rough, lacks power, hard start, no start. some vehicles and trucks equipped with 6.0l engine may exhibit a runs rough, lacks power, hard to start, no start concern with or without diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0611 code or var | 12/06/2010 | |
| FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER - FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM | |||||
| TSB-08-26-3 | 06/01/2009 | 10028826 | Ford: some vehicles with diesel engines may experience no starts, hard starts or rough running when cold and may be accompanied with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0611, p1378 and/or all 8 injector circuit codes. *pe | 06/01/2009 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | ||||||
| PE09055 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 12/07/2009 | 04/21/2010 | HVAC Switch Failures | ||
| Odi has received 1 complaint and reports from 4 transportation fleets alleging 182 switch failures.each fleet operates mini buses built on a ford e350 or e450 cutaway chassis.the oem hvac blower switches have melted, smoked, burned or experienced open flame and become inoperable on vehicles in each fleet.some drivers have reported a burning smell or smoke coming from the dash.one fleet reported a vehicle fire.no injuries were sustained.however, the bus was carrying special needs children when the driver noticed smoke coming from the dash.the driver was able to evacuate the children prior to the vehicle becoming engulfed in flames.this pe has been upgraded to an engineering analysis (ea) to determine if the blower motor switch failures create a situation where a vehicle fire is possible and presents a safety risk to the driver and other passengers. | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 04/22/2005 | 120000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford e-450. while driving various speeds, the vehicle spontaneously stalled. the vehicle usually restarts itself after the failure occurs. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on five occasions and all the fuel injectors were replaced. a mechanic stated that the fuel injection control module (ficm) wire harness was the cause of the failure. the dealer stated that the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring); therefore, they would not assume any financial responsibility for the repairs. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 120,000 and current mileage was 337,000. | |||
| FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL | |||
| 04/22/2005 | 120000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2004 ford e-450. while driving various speeds, the vehicle spontaneously stalled. the vehicle usually restarts itself after the failure occurs. the vehicle was taken to the dealer on five occasions and all the fuel injectors were replaced. a mechanic stated that the fuel injection control module (ficm) wire harness was the cause of the failure. the dealer stated that the vin was excluded from nhtsa campaign id number 05v270000 (electrical system:wiring); therefore, they would not assume any financial responsibility for the repairs. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure mileage was 120,000 and current mileage was 337,000. | |||
| TIRES | |||
| 07/20/2012 | 28385 | 1 | |
| The tire developed a slow leak at 16,500 miles since installation. the tire dealer removed the tire and found the tire to have a 2-3 inch slice in the outer skin of the sidewall which ran parallel to and closest to the rim (as opposed to the tread). it was very apparent there was total seperation of the outer sidewall from the inner ribbing yet there was only a slow leak of psi. *tr | |||
| 07/20/2012 | 28385 | ||
| The tire developed a slow leak at 16,500 miles since installation. the tire dealer removed the tire and found the tire to have a 2-3 inch slice in the outer skin of the sidewall which ran parallel to and closest to the rim (as opposed to the tread). it was very apparent there was total seperation of the outer sidewall from the inner ribbing yet there was only a slow leak of psi. | |||