Bulletins
| Bulletin | Bulletin date | Replacement Bulletin | Item no. | Summary | Added |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||||
| 16403 | 11/01/2002 | 10008334 | Engine-light tick or rattle type noise from engine after cold start. *mj | 07/28/2004 | |
| 02227 | 11/11/2002 | 10008310 | Engine-cylinder head deck leak-4.6 and 5.4l engines-new service-only gasket and cylinder head kits availability. *mj | 07/27/2004 | |
| 17554 | 02/01/2004 | 10008119 | Oil/dust film at cac connections. *mj | 07/22/2004 | |
| 03911 | 05/12/2003 | 10002783 | Rough idle and/or hesitation when acclerating on certain super duty vehicles equipped with a 5.4l or 6.8l engine. *tt | 09/17/2003 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||||
| 15932 | 05/01/2002 | 637836 | Some vehicles equipped with 4.2l, 4.6l and 5.4l engine may exhibit a lack of power condition. *tt | 12/06/2002 | |
| 15500 | 12/01/2001 | 630609 | Concerns with low power while in reverse. *tt | 04/18/2002 | |
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||||
| 16518 | 10/30/2003 | 10004881 | Accessory drive belt squealing noise from the engine area when the engine fan clutch is engaged while operated in hot dusty climates. various models including 2003 f450/550. *tt | 01/13/2004 | |
Investigations
| NHTSA ID | Manufacturer | Date open | Date close | Subject | Recall campaign | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | ||||||
| DP05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/22/2005 | 01/04/2006 | SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD | ||
| On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton v-8 and v-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi is not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi is aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi | ||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | ||||||
| DP05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/22/2005 | 01/04/2006 | SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD | ||
| On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton v-8 and v-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi is not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi is aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi | ||||||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | ||||||
| DP05005 | FORD MOTOR COMPANY | 09/22/2005 | 01/04/2006 | SPARK PLUG EJECTION FROM CYLINDER HEAD | ||
| On september 6, 2005, odi received a petition requesting that the agency investigate allegations of engine spark plug ejection in certain model year 1997 through 2004 ford vehicles with triton v-8 and v-10 engines.odi received a total of 474 non-duplicative complaints on the subject vehicles where the complainant, or the dealer repairing the vehicle, reported that a spark plug detached from the cylinder and/or ejected from the engine.as of december 8, 2005, odi is not aware of any allegations where the alleged defect resulted in a loss of vehicle control, a crash, an injury, or a fatality in any of the 10,319,810 subject vehicles.in addition, odi is aware of only two incidents where the vehicle stalled without restart.information contained in the odi consumer complaints and obtained from 72 telephone interviews with complainants showed the following:(1) 99% of the complaints were on my 1997 to 2002 subject vehicles.(2) most the complainants reported hearing a loud pop while driving or upon starting up the vehicle followed by a loud, repetitive clicking or popping sound.(3) many of the complainants reported that the popping sound was accompanied by some loss of vehicle power; however, in 99% of the incidents reported, the vehicle did not stall.in the very few incidents where the vehicle did stall, most vehicles could be restarted.(4) only a small percentage of the complainants cited that they smelled gas or a slight burning smell when the incident occurred.(5) in all but a very few incidents, vehicle damage was limited to the engine.in one incident, the complaint reported that the fuel rail was damaged and replaced after one of the spark plugs ejected from the engine; however, the complainant reported that the damage did not result in any type of fuel leak or fire.in another incident, the only incident where a fire was alleged, the complainant reported that no fluid leak was observed, but that a fire resulted after the spark plug had ejected from the engine and he had restarted the vehicle and driven to another location.none of the complainants reported any damage to the vehicle hood.(6) only two complainants reported that they observed what appeared to be some drops of fuel coming from the cylinder where the spark plug had failed or on the spark plug itself; however, each of these complainants reported that there was no smoke or flames as a result of his incident.as the petitioner noted, and odi | ||||||
Consumer Complaints
| Fail date | miles | occurences | Purchase date |
|---|---|---|---|
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | |||
| 03/14/2011 | 110000 | ||
| Tl-the contact owns a 2000 ford f-350. the contact stated that while driving approximately 35 mph when the vehicle suddenly stalled. no warning lights had illuminated on the instrumental panel. the engine started to blow black smoke and he continued to drive home once the vehicle restarted. the dealer was contacted and they advised him that he would need to replace the motor. the vehicle has not been repaired. the failure and current mileage was approximately 110,000. tb | |||
| 10/03/2001 | 3 | 02/16/2000 | |
| Blue smoke coming from tail pipe. form letter reply. *mc the tail latch was sticking, the rotor had to be machined, the windshield had to be re-sealed due to it leaking, the ball joints and serpentine belt were replaced, the valve cover gasket was leaking and had to be replaced. *jb | |||
| 05/06/2004 | 82000 | 1 | |
| While driving 75 mph vehicle stalled. consumer managed to restart the vehicle. dealership was notified, but did not resolve the problem. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE | |||
| 03/14/2011 | 110000 | ||
| Tl* the contact owns a 2000 ford f350. the contact was driving approximately 35 mph when the vehicle suddenly stalled without warning. the engine started to exhibit black smoke and he was able to continue driving home once the vehicle was restarted. the dealer was contacted and they advised him that he would need to replace the motor. the vehicle was not repaired. the failure and current mileage was approximately 110,000. | |||
| 11/19/2003 | 85000 | 1 | |
| Automatic remote starter started while the hood was up. dealer was suppose to install a pin switch that would not allow the engine to be started while the hood was up. this was a precaution in the event of a mishap while a mechanic was working on the vehicle. *ak | |||
| 09/18/2000 | 2 | ||
| Camshaft sensor has failed twice. dealer has repaired vehicle under warranty both times. please provide additional information.*ak | |||
| 08/22/2001 | 5 | 05/01/2000 | |
| I was driving and the engine died due to cam sensor....steering and braking were hard to accomplish. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - DIESEL | |||
| 02/09/2006 | 95600 | 23 | 11/18/2000 |
| I have an f350 diesel year is 2000. in 2003 i had engine-sensor failure. ford said it was the cam sensor and charged approx. $400 to repair. this started happening again in feb. 2006. i had private repair shop replace cams, still stalls,took truck to ford repair, replaced glowplugs and charged several hundred dollars, still having trouble. seems to be worse in morning after non use for 12 hours. *nm | |||
| 1 | 12/01/2002 | ||
| Vehicle engine caught on fire.*mr *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE | |||
| 12/01/2001 | 6 | 12/29/1999 | |
| Manual transmission pilot bushing malfunctioned; pilot bushing has been replaced at 9000 miles. consumer has contacted dealer. *ak on several occasions clutch would slip, dealer replced flywheel clutch assembly and transmission seal, after leaving dealer, consumer noted dealer had not put fluid in transmission, 2 u joints and the cam sensor was replaced due to drivetrain vibration, transmission now makes howling noise, engine has a no start condition. *tt | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS | |||
| 64000 | 1 | ||
| While driving at low speeds idler arm on serpentine belt loosened and the belt came off. this could have resulted in loss of power steering and brakes. *ak *mr | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - GASOLINE - TURBO-CHARGER | |||
| Intermittently vehicle will stall out and die without warning. vehicle was towed to dealer and serviced. please provide further information. *ak | |||
| 04/30/2000 | 3 | 04/01/1999 | |
| Dates are not correct as i do not have information in front. major brake issues, transmission shifting issues and turbo is now leaking oil again. lots of intermittent issues that no one can duplicate. unsure what to do. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - ENGINE - OTHER FUEL TYPES - TURBO-CHARGER | |||
| 1 | |||
| While driving consumer heard a popping noise. then, consumer smelled gas fumes, and vehicle lost power. vehicle was taken to dealer, and dealer informed consumer that engine turbo-charger needed to be replaced. *ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM | |||
| 11/20/1999 | 10/01/1999 | ||
| For the exhaust system there aren't any replacements at present. *ak | |||
| 11/20/1999 | |||
| Vehicle experienced the folowing problems: 1. rattle in rear end, and 2. leak in the exhaust system. dealer notified, and was unable to resolve both problems.*ak | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - EMISSION CONTROL | |||
| 10/03/2001 | 3 | 02/16/2000 | |
| Blue smoke coming from tail pipe. form letter reply. *mc the tail latch was sticking, the rotor had to be machined, the windshield had to be re-sealed due to it leaking, the ball joints and serpentine belt were replaced, the valve cover gasket was leaking and had to be replaced. *jb | |||
| ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING - EXHAUST SYSTEM - MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE | |||
| 04/28/2000 | 1 | 03/01/1999 | |
| Excessive smoke comes out of the tailpipe during cold starts. *slc | |||