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 - SWITCH | ||||||||||||||||
| 09V150000 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | from 03/19/2009 to 04/07/2009 | V (Vehicle) | 8735 | 05/13/2009 | MFR | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 05/05/2009 | 05/04/2009 | 571 | 108 | |||||
| Defect Summary | Ford is recalling 8,735 my 2009 f-150 trucks for failing to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment. the brake stop lamp switch may be improperly adjusted. this may result in a delay in brake stop lamp illumination when the brake pedal is depressed. in situations of very mild brake application, the brake stop lamps may not illuminate. | |||||||||||||||
| Consequence Summary | Delay or loss of brake stop lamp function may increase the risk of an accident. | |||||||||||||||
| Corrective Summary | Dealers will inspect and have the brake stop lamp switch removed and reinstalled which will provide proper adjustment. the remedy will be performed free of charge. the recall began on may 13, 2009. owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332 or through the internet at www.ownerconnection.com. | |||||||||||||||
| Notes | Ford recall no. 09c07.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 . | |||||||||||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | |||
| 06/05/2012 | 65000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. the contact stated that he noticed wet spots on the headliner. the manufacturer was notified and informed the contact the company was aware of a bad gasket in the tail light that would cause water damage. the vehicle had not been repaired. the failure and current mileages were 65,000. kmj | |||
| 04/13/2012 | 38000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. while parked, the contact noticed water leaking in the middle of the rear seat. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for a diagnostic test. the technician stated that the gasket in the tail light was loose, causing water to enter the vehicle. the carpet and the middle arm rest in the rear of the vehicle contained mildew. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 38,000. sm. | |||
| 04/13/2012 | 38000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2009 ford f-150. while parked the contact noticed water leaking in the middle of the rear seat. the vehicle was taken to the dealer for diagnostic. the technician stated the gasket in the tail light was loose causing water to enter. the carpet and the middle arm rest in the rear of the vehicle contained mildew. the vehicle was not repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 38,000. ds | |||
| 07/15/2010 | 20000 | ||
| Tl*the contact owns a 2009 ford f150. while the vehicle was parked the contact noticed that the passengers side front headlight was not working. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians were unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. the technicians replaced the smart junction box. the contact stated that the smart box needed to be reprogrammed because it did not contain all of the features that were included prior to the repair. the dealer was contacted and referred the contact to the manufacturer. the contact was unable to reach the manufacturer. the approximate failure was 20,000. | |||
| 07/15/2010 | 20000 | ||
| Tl- the contact owns a 2009 ford f150. while parked the contact stated he noticed the passengers side front headlight was out. the failure occurred intermittently. the vehicle was taken to the dealer where the technicians were unable to duplicate or diagnose the failure. the technicians replaced the smart junction box. the failure was repaired. the contact stated the smart box needed to be reprogrammed because it did not contain all the features that were included prior to the repair. the dealer was contacted and referred the contact to the manufacturer. the contact was unable to reach the manufacturer. the approximate failure was 20,000. ds | |||
| 02/20/2010 | 3500 | ||
| At around 3500 miles on my 2009 ford f150 supercrew, i noticed a mildew smell and condensation forming on the inside of my windows. i did some research and found it is due to liquid in the cab somewhere. i pulled up each kickplate and found the problem to be under my right rear cab kickplate. water was accumulating down there with all the electrical wires. i took it to the dealer and they stated it was due to the third brake light. it was replaced. at 5000, i noticed the smell again and knew right where to look. i did and had the same problem. took it back to the dealer and they replaced the same third brake light only they said this one had a stronger seal. i just hit 6500 miles and noticed the same problem and smell, and popped the kickplate and had the water again. i am fixing to call the dealer on monday to let them know. after looking in my cab i noticed a spot of dried water residue on my headliner. i am going to point this out to them and let them know something is not sealing correctly which could very well compromise the electrical system with all the wires down under the kickplate where the water accumulates. | |||
| 04/17/2010 | 14000 | ||
| While driving in a rainstorm a passenger in the right rear seat noticed water pouring in from the headline onto her shoulder. first glance we thought maybe the window seal was leaking. called the dealership and started explaining the situation and before i could complete my sentence they replied ...oh yes its the third brake light seal, bring it in and we'll replace it. wow a known issue and i was never informed of the problem. when replacing the seal i had requested that the headliner be removed and inspected for mold and any rust that may have formed, or any damage to electrical components. the service manager assured me that it was done and nothing else was wrong, i suppose only time will tell. | |||
| 02/24/2009 | 3000 | ||
| Water has been found building up under the plastic kickplate in the right rear passenger door of my 2009 f150 supercrew model. i have taken it twice to the dealer and both times they have ordered a new third brake light as condensation was forming. they stated the seal wasn't strong enough and wasn't sealing properly. also said this is common with f150s. they said they have replaced this numerous times on different f150s, and sooner or later ford would issue a recall. did not notice the problem until i started smelling mold and mildew and lifted the kickplate to notice the carpet was soaked and water forming in the well. | |||