Bulletins

BulletinBulletin dateReplacement BulletinItem no.SummaryAdded
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
1700908/01/200310003149Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with no hard fault. *tt10/09/2003
1256203/01/19996091808Some vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code p1298. *tt11/15/2000
991303008/01/1999609032Some vehicles equipped with either the trailer towing package or chassis cab may exhibit various trailer related electrical conditions such as: backup lights inoperative, trailer battery feed inoperative or electric brake power inoperative12/07/1999
99674708/01/1999608458Some vehicles equipped with either the trailer towing package or chassis cab may exhibit various trailer related electrical conditions. instructions on installing the trailer towing relays and fuses are provided in the trailer towing kit.12/02/1999
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
466008/01/1998615196Subject regarding the nagative battery terminal cover on some vehicles. *tt01/03/2001
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - ANTI-THEFT CONTROLLER
99-619305/01/1999607010Information on resetting the passive anti-theft system (pats). *tt11/03/2000
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION - MODULE
99-618905/01/1999607005Subject regarding abs electronic module now available for service. *t11/03/2000
590103/01/1999605259Service tips for identifying injector driver module (idm) failure with diagnostic trouble code p1298. *tt06/07/1999

Investigations

NHTSA IDManufacturerDate openDate closeSubjectRecall campaign
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES07V078000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES05V388000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES07V336000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES08V025000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES07V488000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES07V347000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES06V286000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES07V336000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES05V388000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES07V078000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES07V347000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES07V488000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES06V286000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford
EA05005FORD MOTOR COMPANY03/22/200508/02/2006ENGINE COMPARTMENT FIRES08V025000
 Ea05-005 is closed with ford

Consumer Complaints

Fail datemilesoccurencesPurchase date
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
04/01/2005108/12/2001
 1999 ford f250 experienced problems with the cigarette lighter.*mr when the lighter was hot it would pop out of it's chamber and onto the floor of the vehicle. the consumer was concerned that a fire would occur. the dealer was able to fix the problem. *nm
03/10/2004140000101/01/2004
 Last march of 2004 one of my employees was driving our companys truck 1999 ford f-250. when smoke rised from the hood and the truck burst into flames. his dog was trapped in the backseat and was passed out from smoke. fortunately the dog was rescued by aaron m foster my son and employee who was driving the ford. we had liability insurance only and they wouldnt cover the truck, resulting in a complete loss.
09/08/2004150003
 When accelerating a spark plug blew out. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak
09/29/200478000104/30/2004
 Driving down the road, i heard this loud pop sound. immediately following, were multiple popping sounds, so i pulled into the immediate parking lot on my right to take a look. upon examining the engine, i discovered that the 3rd spark plug was blown out. had to get a ride to napa to get more spark plugs. after several attempts at trying to replace it (being the mechanically inclined person that i am) i realize that i had a bigger problem on my hands. the threads are shot and will now have to have my vehicle towed to a nearby facility for repairs that are estimated between $1500 to $2000 (conservatively).*ak
06/25/20042
 While driving 55 mph a loud banging noise was heard from the front. consumer pulled over, lifted up the hood, and noticed that a spark plug popped out of the socket. consumer drove the vehicle to the dealer for inspection, and mechanic determined that the spark plugs became loose and separated. they needed to be replaced, but problem was not resolved. *ak the vehicle's engine had to be replaced because the threads holding the spark plugs were manufactured in the engine block. the treads wore due to engine vibration. *nm
12/19/2003800001
 While driving 25 mph spark plug disconnected from the engine, causing vehicle to stall. consumer managed to pull over, and had the vehicle towed. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem.*ak
10/08/2002104000107/01/1999
 Spark plug in the #7 cylinder suddenly blew out, ford comments were that they were sympathetic, but that the cost of repair would be born by me($3000.00). after doing some internet research i find this seems to be a problem with many others who utilize the 5.4 liter engine, even the dealer acknowledges he has had several cases. these were factory installed original plugs. *ph *nlm **dimsii ivoq entry posted after 12/12/02 cut over to artemis**768315
03/14/2003
 The head gasket was not operating correctly and that the vehicle kept blowing spark plugs. *nlm
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - BATTERY
10/01/2007103/01/1999
 1999 ford f-250 with transmission problems. consumer had this problem repaired. she was then informed that there was a tsb that she never knew about. ford is refusing to reimburse her for the repairs. *kb the consumer stated the manufacturer was fully aware of the transmission problem, but failed to notify their customers. the problem was the fluid would overheat during severe duty and wear out the torque converter, which resulted in the radiator, cooler lines and hoses for the transmission to be replaced. the stabilizer bar link and battery were replaced. *jb
07/09/20041
 While driving consumer heard a popping sound due to loosening of engine power. vehicle was towed to dealership, and technician determined that spark plug blew out. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS
06/16/20041
 The front windshield leaked which allowed water to enter the vehicle. the water leaked onto the fuse box which caused an electrical malfunction. as a result the vehicle caught on fire. dealer was notified. *ak the vehicle was on ina fleet of vehicles. *nm
01/01/2004407/01/2000
 Transmission vibrates and cuts out when engaging speed , and i have not received any recalls on my vechiel it is a 99 f250 4dr v8. so could you please send me something to have my vehicle repaired and also my air bag sensor is bad , the engine light sensor is also on. *ak
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - IGNITION
09/04/2002
 While driving heard a big bang, lost engine power. had vehcile serviced, spark plugs stripped into head of engine. this was a common problem. contacted dealer.*ak
06/06/20021
 While driving 20 mph consumer heard a loud bang under the hood. one of the spark plugs had blownout, causing 2000 dollars damage to vehicle.*ak jlg
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - FRONT UNDERHOOD
01/26/2000105/01/1999
 Truck was totaled and inside compartment totally destroyed - very hot fire. *ak
12/11/1998512/01/1998
 Stopped at a traffic light and when light turned green, pressed gas pedal but truck would not move. waited a few minutes and pressed pedal and truck went. driving down highway, truck started coasting - engine was running but pressing the gas pedal gave no power. finally got the truck to ford service. left the truck running and in park - the truck jumped into reverse. the truck lost power again while the ford tech was test driving. they replaced the electronic gas pedal and the transmission. they took the truck on a test drive and noticed the rear end was grinding. they determined the carrier bearings had come apart. they have ordered a new rear end. the windshield washer fluid would not spray - they repaired some wiring to correct that problem. ea04006 has ifs
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM - WIRING - INTERIOR/UNDER DASH
07/08/2001104/01/1998
 While driving all electrical functions on dash went out. consumer was afraid to shutoff vehicle in fear that vehicle may not start again. consumer has attempted to contact dealer.*ak a faulty fuse panel was discovered and replaced for the second time which contols the computer and instrument panel it was the main panel that controls alls the operating functions.*jb
06/17/20005
 While driving saw smoke was coming from the passenger side dashboard. then, got out of vehicle and disconnected battery. wire harness and fuel pump had been replaced four times. *ak

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