Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||||
| 17571 | 02/01/2004 | 10008134 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with diagnostic trouble codes p0603 (powertrain control module keep alive memory error) or p0605 ( powertrain control module read only memory error). *tt | 07/22/2004 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||||
| 98-4742 | 09/01/1998 | 607157 | Vehicle stalls upon acceleration. *ak | 11/03/2000 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE | |||||
| BC3363972301 | 01/23/1997 | 51449 | The ngs displays incorrect date for the ing gem pid on the vehicles. *jd | 06/27/1997 | |
| BC1022797230 | 01/23/1997 | 51590 | The ngs displays incorrect data for the ign gem pid on the vehicles. *jd | 06/27/1997 | |
| 9726 | 01/20/1997 | 51385 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - gaseous fuel prep (gfp) vehicles - powertrain control module (pcm) reprogramming required - vehicles with 2.0l or 4.9l engine. *tw | 06/27/1997 | |
| 96265 | 12/16/1996 | 50991 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) - diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307, and/or p0308 stored in memory. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| 962510 | 12/02/1996 | 50967 | Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) - diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307 and/or p0308 stored in memory. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| 962511 | 12/02/1996 | 50968 | Powertrain control module -reprogram powertrain control module (pcm) - service procedures - service tip. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||||
| 032125 | 10/30/2003 | 9779 | 10004836 | Aftermarket wiring alterations - service tip. *tt | 01/09/2004 |
| 96246 | 11/18/1996 | 50905 | Wiring - electrical diode identification and service replacements. *tw | 06/17/1997 | |
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||||
| 9779 | 03/31/1997 | 51916 | Wiring- aftermarket wiring alterations- service tip. *jd | 07/17/1997 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 08V025000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 07V347000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 07V078000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 07V488000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 06V286000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 05V388000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 07V336000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 07V078000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 05V388000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 07V336000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 07V347000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 06V286000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 08V025000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
| EA05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 03/22/2005 | 08/02/2006 | ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES | 07V488000 | |
| Ea05-005 is closed with ford | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | |||
| 10/09/2010 | 158000 | ||
| Tl. the contact owns a 1996 ford f-250. the contact stated while the vehicle was parked next to the garage the vehicle burst into flames. the vehicle burned down the entire garage and partial fire damage to the house. the contact has not called the manufacturer regarding the fire. the contact notice numerous complaints regarding ford fires for this year make and model. the contact had the vehicle repaired under a recall years ago for the cruise control where the dealer replaced a wiring harness that could cause a fire. the contact stated someone could have lost their life due to the fire. the failure mileage was 158,000. jo | |||
| 04/15/1997 | 1 | 05/16/1996 | |
| Consumer stated the factory installed wiring harness which is coming out of the engine compartment fuse box began having electrical problems which was causing the turn signal and brake lights to be inoperative.*jb | |||
| 12/01/1999 | 1 | 07/01/1999 | |
| While driving in snow conditions fan belt fell off due to snow hitting the underbody of the vehicle, allowing all electrical functions to stop. private mechanic replaced the belt after dealer was unable to/refused to cover cost. *ak *ml | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS | |||
| 10/09/2000 | 1 | 11/14/1996 | |
| Vehicle would not start. consumer had car towed to dealer, and they said vehicle needed a tune up and coil pack replace. dealer said that plugs would not come out because they were stuck. so consumer was not able to drive vehicle because the plugs won't come out. dealer charged a $1000 to take them out.*ak the light at the rear of the vehicle failed. the starter failed three times. a/c failed. the gear shifter failed. the exhaust system failed. brake caliper and rotor failed. wires underhood rust out. power steering hose failed. *yh | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION | |||
| While driving vehicle would shut down. happened at stop light or signs. contacted ford manufacturer & informed consumer to take vehicle to dealer. at dealership, mechanic placed vehicle on diagnostic machine & no codes appeared. transmission could not shift properly into either 1st or 2nd gears without making grinding noises. mechanic refused to repair vehicle due to being out of warranty.*ak | |||
| 10/09/2000 | 1 | 11/14/1996 | |
| Vehicle would not start. consumer had car towed to dealer, and they said vehicle needed a tune up and coil pack replace. dealer said that plugs would not come out because they were stuck. so consumer was not able to drive vehicle because the plugs won't come out. dealer charged a $1000 to take them out.*ak the light at the rear of the vehicle failed. the starter failed three times. a/c failed. the gear shifter failed. the exhaust system failed. brake caliper and rotor failed. wires underhood rust out. power steering hose failed. *yh | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - STARTER ASSEMBLY | |||
| 10/09/2000 | 1 | 11/14/1996 | |
| Vehicle would not start. consumer had car towed to dealer, and they said vehicle needed a tune up and coil pack replace. dealer said that plugs would not come out because they were stuck. so consumer was not able to drive vehicle because the plugs won't come out. dealer charged a $1000 to take them out.*ak the light at the rear of the vehicle failed. the starter failed three times. a/c failed. the gear shifter failed. the exhaust system failed. brake caliper and rotor failed. wires underhood rust out. power steering hose failed. *yh | |||
| 07/01/1999 | 3 | 09/30/1996 | |
| Starter has been replaced 4 times. vehicle once rolled in driveway through the garage / without the key in the ignition and brakes on. dealer kept replacing it, but couldn't remedy problem. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING | |||
| 10/09/2000 | 1 | 11/14/1996 | |
| Vehicle would not start. consumer had car towed to dealer, and they said vehicle needed a tune up and coil pack replace. dealer said that plugs would not come out because they were stuck. so consumer was not able to drive vehicle because the plugs won't come out. dealer charged a $1000 to take them out.*ak the light at the rear of the vehicle failed. the starter failed three times. a/c failed. the gear shifter failed. the exhaust system failed. brake caliper and rotor failed. wires underhood rust out. power steering hose failed. *yh | |||
| 12/02/1999 | 03/01/1996 | ||
| 2 defective wires which go over the heater core short circuited and caused the vehicle to stall unexpectedly and without warning. this could cause a crash. *ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD | |||
| 09/22/2001 | |||
| After leaving vehicle parked overnight, next day vehicle caught on fire even before consumer got close to vehicle. please provide more information.*ak | |||
| ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH | |||
| 06/18/1997 | 2 | 05/18/1996 | |
| Instrument panel wiring failure causing abs light to come on and cruise control to malfunction, cruise control continues to malfunction after repair attempt. mjs | |||