This truck is extremely dangerous. It has the infamous Ford Death Wobble. When you go across a slight transition or bump at 55-70 mph, the truck goes into a violent wobble in the steering that wont stop until you slow down to 30 or so mph. Ive had several parts replaced on the front end and nothing works. From online forums, …
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This truck is extremely dangerous. It has the infamous Ford Death Wobble. When you go across a slight transition or bump at 55-70 mph, the truck goes into a violent wobble in the steering that wont stop until you slow down to 30 or so mph. Ive had several parts replaced on the front end and nothing works. From online forums, Ive recently learned that Ford is ignoring the problem. Please take action because I almost had 2 collisions traveling on the interstate
NHTSA ODI #11422129
Mileage unknown · Jun 3, 2021
Suspension
After hitting very small bumps is the road my truck shook so violently that I could not control it. I had my two little girls in the back and they where very scared. After taking my truck to my mechanic I was made aware of this being a big issue with Ford trucks, apparently it is called the "Death Wobble". I completely understan…
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After hitting very small bumps is the road my truck shook so violently that I could not control it. I had my two little girls in the back and they where very scared. After taking my truck to my mechanic I was made aware of this being a big issue with Ford trucks, apparently it is called the "Death Wobble". I completely understand why they call it that. My truck has under 100,000 miles and when this first happened my truck only had around 60k miles on it. Ford has not maintenance recommendations to replace suspension parts at 60k miles. There should not be any suspension issues on a vehicle with only 60k miles. This is VERY DANGEROUS. Not only can the vehicle not be controlled but this happens on highways and interstates and can cause a huge accident. From time to time I tow a 5th wheel RV that weighs 13,452 when it is empty. Does somebody need to die because nobody wants to do anything about this very serious issue? I am reporting this now because I previously did not know things like this could be reported to a Government agency.
NHTSA ODI #11419472
110,000 miles · May 4, 2021
SteeringSuspension
WHEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND HIT A INCONSISTENT PLACE IN THE PAVEMENT THE VEHICLE GETS A DEATH WOBBLE. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY BACK AND FORTH AND THE FRONT OF THE TRUCK BOUNCES ON THE GROUND. WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE WOBBLE GETS WORSE SO THE VEHICLE HAS TO SLOW DOWN ON ITS OWN WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAK…
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WHEN TRAVELING AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS AND HIT A INCONSISTENT PLACE IN THE PAVEMENT THE VEHICLE GETS A DEATH WOBBLE. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES VIOLENTLY BACK AND FORTH AND THE FRONT OF THE TRUCK BOUNCES ON THE GROUND. WHEN THE BRAKES ARE APPLIED THE WOBBLE GETS WORSE SO THE VEHICLE HAS TO SLOW DOWN ON ITS OWN WITHOUT APPLYING THE BRAKES. THE SHAKING WILL STOP AROUND 23-28 MILES PER HOUR. I HAVE HAD THIS HAPPEN 6 DIFFERENT TIMES AND THE VEHICLE IS VERY HARD TO KEEP ON THE ROAD WHILE IT IS HAPPENING. THIS IS DEFINITELY AN ISSUE THAT NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. I HAVE SLOWLY BEEN HAVING AN ASE CERTIFIED MECHANIC REPLACING FRONT END PARTS TO TRY AND FIX THE PROBLEM WITH NO SUCCESS. I TRY TO AVOID DRIVING THE TRUCK DUE TO THIS ISSUE WHICH HAS HAPPENED FOR THE LAST YEAR. I HAVE VIDEOS ON MY DASH CAMERA WHEN THIS HAPPENS. THE LAST TIME IT ACTUALLY KNOCKED THE CAMERA OFF THE WINDOW. I KNOW ALOT OF FORD TRUCK PEOPLE AND EVERYONE IS HAVING THE SAME ISSUE.
NHTSA ODI #11415080
99,000 miles · Apr 10, 2021
Suspension
WHEN TRAVELING ON THE HIGHWAY/INTERSTATE IF ONE OF THE FRONT TIRES HITS A BUMP THE WHOLE FRONT END SHAKES TERRIBLY. THE ONLY WAY TO STOP IT IS TO SLOW WAY DOWN BELOW 50 MPH WHICH OBVIOUSLY IS DANGEROUS WHEN OTHER VEHICLES ARE TRAVELING UP TO 20 MPH FASTER.
NHTSA ODI #11407369
980,000 miles · Apr 4, 2021
SteeringSuspensionWheels
WHEN YOU GET PAST 48 MILES PER HOUR THE FRONT END/STEER SHAKES NOTICEABLY. ALSO, WHEN YOU HIT A BUMP/HOLE IN THE ROAD IT SHAKES SO BAD WE HAVE TO PULL OVER NOW. IN CALLING TO GET IT FIXED THE FORD REPAIRMAN KNEW WHAT WE WERE TALKING ABOUT BEFORE WE SAID ANYTHING, BUT STATED THERE WAS NO RECALL ON IT?? ITS DANGEROUS!
NHTSA ODI #11406312
100,000 miles · Apr 2, 2021
SteeringSuspension
AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE FRONT END BEGINS TO OSCULATE OR BOUNCE FROM RIGHT WHEEL TO LEFT WHEEL IN A RAPID MOTION COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE "DEATH WOBBLE". THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN TO FORD DEALERSHIP 5 TIMES WITHOUT MAKING THE PROBLEM ANY BETTER. POSSIBLY IT HAS GOTTEN WORSE AFTER THE VISITS. THE WOBBLE SEVERELY DIMINISHES CONTROL OF THE 95…
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AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS, THE FRONT END BEGINS TO OSCULATE OR BOUNCE FROM RIGHT WHEEL TO LEFT WHEEL IN A RAPID MOTION COMMONLY KNOWN AS THE "DEATH WOBBLE". THIS TRUCK HAS BEEN TO FORD DEALERSHIP 5 TIMES WITHOUT MAKING THE PROBLEM ANY BETTER. POSSIBLY IT HAS GOTTEN WORSE AFTER THE VISITS. THE WOBBLE SEVERELY DIMINISHES CONTROL OF THE 9500LB VEHICLE AND HAS CAUSED ME TO DODGE INTO BARRICADED CONSTRUCTION ZONES AMONG OTHER DANGEROUS MANEUVERS, TO GAIN CONTROL. I HAVE POSTED VIDEOS ON YOU TUBE SHOWING 6 INSTANCES (I HAVE MANY MORE) OF THE WOBBLE AND BELONG TO A RAPIDLY GROWING GROUP OF THOUSANDS OF FORD OWNERS WITH THE SAME PROBLEM. THIS ISSUE TYPICALLY TAKES PLACE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN UN-EVEN PAVEMENT IS DRIVEN OVER AND THE LEFT & RIGHT WHEEL DO NOT HIT THE BUMP AT THE EXACT SAME TIME. EXAMPLES WOULD BE A BRIDGE TRANSITION AT A 20-30^ ANGLE OR JUST DILAPIDATED TOP LAYER OF ASPHALT. ESPECIALLY PRONE TO ACTIVATION WHEN THE ROAD IS CURVING LEFT AND THE DRIVER SIDE FRONT WHEEL HITS A SMALL BUMP.
NHTSA ODI #11406099
36,000 miles · Mar 7, 2021
Suspension
WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE REAR VIOLENTLY BOUNCES OVER 50 MPH. IF THE VEHICLE HITS A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE VEHICLE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT HIGH SPEED; ESPECIALLY ON THE EXPRESSWAY. I HAVE HIT A POTHOLE ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE TRUCK ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, ESPECIALLY ON A CURVE IN THE ROAD. IF…
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WHEN DRIVING THE VEHICLE, THE REAR VIOLENTLY BOUNCES OVER 50 MPH. IF THE VEHICLE HITS A BUMP IN THE ROAD, THE VEHICLE IS VERY DIFFICULT TO CONTROL AT HIGH SPEED; ESPECIALLY ON THE EXPRESSWAY. I HAVE HIT A POTHOLE ON THE EXPRESSWAY AND ALMOST LOST CONTROL OF THE TRUCK ON SEVERAL OCCASIONS, ESPECIALLY ON A CURVE IN THE ROAD. IF THE ROAD HAS BUMPS OR DIPS THE TRUCK BOUNCES SO VIOLENTLY I ALMOST LOSE CONTROL OF THE TRUCK.
NHTSA ODI #11399637
84,000 miles · Mar 6, 2021
SteeringSuspension
WHILE DRIVING ON 4 LANE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, I ENCOUNTERED THE DEATH WOBBLE. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO BRAKE AS THERE WAS AN 18 WHEELER COMING UP ON THE PASSING LANE. THIS HAPPENED TWICE ON THIS STRETCH OF HIGHWAY. AFTER READING ALL THE ISSUES REGARDING THE DEATH WOBBLE, ITS TIME FORD DOES A RECALL BEFORE THERE IS A DEATH AND FORD GET…
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WHILE DRIVING ON 4 LANE HIGHWAY AT 70 MPH, I ENCOUNTERED THE DEATH WOBBLE. I IMMEDIATELY HAD TO BRAKE AS THERE WAS AN 18 WHEELER COMING UP ON THE PASSING LANE. THIS HAPPENED TWICE ON THIS STRETCH OF HIGHWAY. AFTER READING ALL THE ISSUES REGARDING THE DEATH WOBBLE, ITS TIME FORD DOES A RECALL BEFORE THERE IS A DEATH AND FORD GETS A LAWSUIT.
NHTSA ODI #11399476
60,000 miles · Mar 4, 2021
SteeringSuspension
MY TRUCK IS EXPERIENCING THE "DEATH WOBBLE" WITH ONLY 60K MILES ON IT. WHEN I HIT A BUMP GOING MORE THEN 50 MPH THE FRONT WHEEL SHAKE VIOLENTLY UNTIL I SLOW DOWN. I AM UNABLE TO CONTROL THE STEERING WHEEL.
NHTSA ODI #11399203
55,000 miles · Feb 26, 2021
SteeringSuspension
WHEN ENCOUNTERING ROUGH PAVEMENT WHILE TRAVELING OVER 50 MILES PER HOUR THE FRONT SUSPENSION DEVELOPS A MAJOR AND UNCONTROLLABLE VIBRATION. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES BACK AND FORTH WHILE THE TRUCK FEELS LIKE IT'S COMING APART. KEEPING THE VEHICLE IN A LANE IS VERY DIFFICULT AND THE ONLY WAY TO GET THE SHAKING TO STOP IS TO SLO…
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WHEN ENCOUNTERING ROUGH PAVEMENT WHILE TRAVELING OVER 50 MILES PER HOUR THE FRONT SUSPENSION DEVELOPS A MAJOR AND UNCONTROLLABLE VIBRATION. THE STEERING WHEEL SHAKES BACK AND FORTH WHILE THE TRUCK FEELS LIKE IT'S COMING APART. KEEPING THE VEHICLE IN A LANE IS VERY DIFFICULT AND THE ONLY WAY TO GET THE SHAKING TO STOP IS TO SLOW THE VEHICLE DOWN TO BELOW 25 MILES PER HOUR. THE TRUCK ONLY HAS 55,000 MILES ON IT. THIS FIRST OCCURRED IN OCTOBER OF 2020 WHILE MERGING ONTO AN INTERSTATE, THEN TWICE AGAIN IN JANUARY OF 2021. IN RESEARCHING THIS SYMPTOM I'VE READ ABOUT OTHER OWNERS WITH SIMILAR YEAR SUPER DUTY TRUCKS WITH THE EXACT SAME SYMPTOM. IT IS COMMONLY REFERRED TO AS THE DEATH WOBBLE. A SERVICE APPOINTMENT WAS SCHEDULED WITH EPIC FORD IN EVERETT WASHINGTON ON FEBRUARY 4TH, 2021 TO DIAGNOSE THE PROBLEM. THIS IS THE DEALER WHO I PURCHASED THE TRUCK FROM. THEIR TECH COULD NOT REPLICATE THE SYMPTOM SO I RETURNED TO THE DEALER ON FEBRUARY 9TH 2021 AND TOOK THE TECH FOR A DRIVE AND WAS ABLE TO RECREATE THE FAILURE. ON FEBRUARY 24TH 2021 THE DEALER CALLED TO SAY THE TRUCK WAS READY TO PICK UP BUT THEY WERE NOT ABLE TO FIX THE DEATH WOBBLE AND SAID I SHOULD REPLACE MY AFTER MARKET DUAL STEERING STABILIZER. I WHOLLY DISAGREE THAT THIS IS AT THE ROOT OF THE PROBLEM AS THE AFTERMARKET STEERING STABILIZER IS ONLY 3 YEARS OLD AND SHOULD ONLY REDUCE THE OCCURRENCE OF FRONT END WOBBLE, NOT CAUSE IT. RELUCTANTLY, I AGREED TO REPLACE THIS PART AND PICKED OF THE VEHICLE FROM THE DEALER ON FEBRUARY 25TH 2021. THERE WAS A GENERAL LACK OF CONCERN FOR MY SAFETY, MY FAMILY'S SAFETY AND FOR THE SAFETY OF OTHERS ON THE ROAD. I WILL PURSUE A REPAIR OUTSIDE OF THE DEALER'S SERVICE NETWORK. FROM MY RESEARCH, THIS IS FAR TOO COMMON OF AN ISSUE WITH THESE VEHICLES, PEOPLE HAVE BEEN INJURED AND FORD SHOULD BE DOING SOMETHING ABOUT THE FAILURES BEFORE SOMEONE LOOSES THEIR LIFE.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2015-2019 Lincoln MKC, Mustang, F-350 SD, F-250 SD, F-450 SD, 2015-2017 Lincoln Navigator, Expedition, 2015-2018 Edge, Transit Connect, 2016-2019 F-550 SD, Transit, 2017-2019 Econoline, and 2019 Ranger vehicles. The rearview camera may display a distorted, inverted, or blank image when the vehicle is in reverse.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: A rearview camera that displays an inverted, distorted, or blank image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the rearview camera as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 13, 2026. Ford owners will receive letters in phases, beginning January 2026 and June 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S89. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V270. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning September 8, 2025.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2015 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks manufactured February 22, 2010, to January 30, 2015, and equipped with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: Engine shut down and a subsequent cool down period may delay medical treatment or assistance to those needing it, increasing their risk of injury.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on April 22, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S09.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2015 F-250, F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty trucks manufactured September 13, 2013, through March 28, 2014, and equipped with 6.2L gasoline or 6.7L diesel engines and 6R140 transmissions. An error with the transmission control software may be such that while shifting from "Park" to "Drive" the vehicle may display "Drive" but possibly engage "Reverse" for 1.5 seconds before engaging "Drive." Therefore, the vehicles do not conform to Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 102, "Transmission Shift Lever Sequence, Starter Interlock, and Transmission Braking Effect."
Consequence & remedy
Consequence: If the vehicle is in "Reverse" while the while the gear selection shows "Drive," unexpected movement could occur, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will update the transmission software, free of charge. The recall began on May 6, 2014. Owners may contact Fords customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14C04.
Model-level recall history does not show whether a particular VIN is affected or has received a repair. Check a VIN with NHTSA ↗
Status: open (inferred from source dates) · Fuel System, Diesel; Fuel System, Other:fuel Filter
The Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) has received 27 complaints alleging diesel fuel leaks due to a fracture in the secondary fuel filter housing in model year (MY) 2015-2021 Ford Motor Company (Ford) F-250, 350, 450, and 550 Super Duty vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. Of these complaints, 12 describe an engine compartment fire. The proximity of the secondary fuel filter to high heat sources creates a potential for autoignition thermal events and fires. ODI has contacted the vehicle manufacturer, Ford, and the filter manufacturer, Allevard Sogefi USA (Sogefi), and learned that the low-pressure fuel system is capable of a maximum operating pressure of 8.5 Bar, while the secondary fuel filter is only tested to seven (7) Bar during the manufacturing process. Additionally, changes starting in 2022 by both Ford and Sogefi align with a lack of similar complaints on MY 2022 and newer vehicles. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to evaluate the severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related problems. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
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Fuel System, Diesel
The Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) has received 27 complaints alleging diesel fuel leaks due to a fracture in the secondary fuel filter housing in model year (MY) 2015-2021 Ford Motor Company (Ford) F-250, 350, 450, and 550 Super Duty vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. Of these complaints, 12 describe an engine compartment fire. The proximity of the secondary fuel filter to high heat sources creates a potential for autoignition thermal events and fires. ODI has contacted the vehicle manufacturer, Ford, and the filter manufacturer, Allevard Sogefi USA (Sogefi), and learned that the low-pressure fuel system is capable of a maximum operating pressure of 8.5 Bar, while the secondary fuel filter is only tested to seven (7) Bar during the manufacturing process. Additionally, changes starting in 2022 by both Ford and Sogefi align with a lack of similar complaints on MY 2022 and newer vehicles. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to evaluate the severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related problems. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
Fuel System, Other:fuel Filter
The Office of Defect Investigations (ODI) has received 27 complaints alleging diesel fuel leaks due to a fracture in the secondary fuel filter housing in model year (MY) 2015-2021 Ford Motor Company (Ford) F-250, 350, 450, and 550 Super Duty vehicles equipped with 6.7L diesel engines. Of these complaints, 12 describe an engine compartment fire. The proximity of the secondary fuel filter to high heat sources creates a potential for autoignition thermal events and fires. ODI has contacted the vehicle manufacturer, Ford, and the filter manufacturer, Allevard Sogefi USA (Sogefi), and learned that the low-pressure fuel system is capable of a maximum operating pressure of 8.5 Bar, while the secondary fuel filter is only tested to seven (7) Bar during the manufacturing process. Additionally, changes starting in 2022 by both Ford and Sogefi align with a lack of similar complaints on MY 2022 and newer vehicles. ODI is opening this Preliminary Evaluation (PE) to evaluate the severity of the potential problem and to fully assess the potential safety-related problems. To review the ODI reports cited in the Opening Resume ODI Report Identification Number document, go to NHTSA.gov.
RQ14005 · Vehicle Commanded Engine Shutdown
Opened Jan 13, 2015 · Closed Mar 15, 2016
Status: closed (inferred from source dates) · Electrical System:software; Engine; Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel; Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System; Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles being affected by the same defect. Ford manufactured approximately 555,985 subject vehicles between February 22, 2010 and January 30, 2015 that may be affected by defective EGT sensors and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration. The subject vehicles are equipped with four (4) EGT sensors to monitor engine operating conditions. An EGT sensor fault may produce false exhaust over-temperature signals. If these signals are produced, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) implements a Failure Management Effects Mode (FMEM) and the driver receives a Stop Safely Now (SSN) system warning on the instrument cluster message center. The FMEM triggers a 70% reduction in available engine power over a period of no more than 45 seconds, during which it may not be possible to accelerate or maintain vehicle speed. The PCM then commands the engine to shut down when vehicle speed reaches approximately 1 mph. There is no immediate restart capability. Depending on the PCM software calibration, ignition key position and ambient temperature conditions, the engine may not restart until the end of a 10-60 minute cool down period.Ford and its component supplier(s) made numerous changes to the PCM software calibration and the design, material and manufacture of the EGT sensors over the period of subject vehicle production. This continuous product improvement affected vehicle performance regarding the alleged defect. Ford acknowledges the defect condition in the subject vehicles but argues that an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety is limited to Ambulance Package and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles where commanded shutdown could impact emergency response and patient care. Ford also argues that the defect trend is in decline. Ford also initiated a new safety recall (15V-175) to address the 13V-535 remedy concerns in the Ambulance Package vehicles and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles. The 15V-175 remedy reprograms the PCM with a new software calibration that stops a single EGT sensor fault to cause the vehicle to enter the FMEM shutdown mode.Ford also initiated an EPA emissions recall (14E03) for all subject vehicles that reprograms the PCM with the software calibration employed in safety recall 15V-175. Finally, Ford initiated a Customer Satisfaction Program (15M01) providing extended warranty coverage of 8 years or 80,000 miles for the the EGT sensors on certain MY2011-2012 subject vehicles.Due to the EPA emissions recall, that had a 66.6% completion rate in Ford's December 2015 progress report to the EPA, the defect trend is in decline. ODI is not aware of any crashes, deaths or injuries related to the alleged defect.ODI believes the alleged defect poses a safety risk but notes that the EPA emissions recall is addressing the safety problem.Compelling issuance of a duplicate recall would not represent a wise use of agency resources.Accordingly, this Recall Query is closed.This action is not a finding that no defect exists and NHTSA will take further action if such action is warranted.
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Electrical System:software
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles being affected by the same defect. Ford manufactured approximately 555,985 subject vehicles between February 22, 2010 and January 30, 2015 that may be affected by defective EGT sensors and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration. The subject vehicles are equipped with four (4) EGT sensors to monitor engine operating conditions. An EGT sensor fault may produce false exhaust over-temperature signals. If these signals are produced, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) implements a Failure Management Effects Mode (FMEM) and the driver receives a Stop Safely Now (SSN) system warning on the instrument cluster message center. The FMEM triggers a 70% reduction in available engine power over a period of no more than 45 seconds, during which it may not be possible to accelerate or maintain vehicle speed. The PCM then commands the engine to shut down when vehicle speed reaches approximately 1 mph. There is no immediate restart capability. Depending on the PCM software calibration, ignition key position and ambient temperature conditions, the engine may not restart until the end of a 10-60 minute cool down period.Ford and its component supplier(s) made numerous changes to the PCM software calibration and the design, material and manufacture of the EGT sensors over the period of subject vehicle production. This continuous product improvement affected vehicle performance regarding the alleged defect. Ford acknowledges the defect condition in the subject vehicles but argues that an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety is limited to Ambulance Package and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles where commanded shutdown could impact emergency response and patient care. Ford also argues that the defect trend is in decline. Ford also initiated a new safety recall (15V-175) to address the 13V-535 remedy concerns in the Ambulance Package vehicles and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles. The 15V-175 remedy reprograms the PCM with a new software calibration that stops a single EGT sensor fault to cause the vehicle to enter the FMEM shutdown mode.Ford also initiated an EPA emissions recall (14E03) for all subject vehicles that reprograms the PCM with the software calibration employed in safety recall 15V-175. Finally, Ford initiated a Customer Satisfaction Program (15M01) providing extended warranty coverage of 8 years or 80,000 miles for the the EGT sensors on certain MY2011-2012 subject vehicles.Due to the EPA emissions recall, that had a 66.6% completion rate in Ford's December 2015 progress report to the EPA, the defect trend is in decline. ODI is not aware of any crashes, deaths or injuries related to the alleged defect.ODI believes the alleged defect poses a safety risk but notes that the EPA emissions recall is addressing the safety problem.Compelling issuance of a duplicate recall would not represent a wise use of agency resources.Accordingly, this Recall Query is closed.This action is not a finding that no defect exists and NHTSA will take further action if such action is warranted.
Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:diesel
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles being affected by the same defect. Ford manufactured approximately 555,985 subject vehicles between February 22, 2010 and January 30, 2015 that may be affected by defective EGT sensors and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration. The subject vehicles are equipped with four (4) EGT sensors to monitor engine operating conditions. An EGT sensor fault may produce false exhaust over-temperature signals. If these signals are produced, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) implements a Failure Management Effects Mode (FMEM) and the driver receives a Stop Safely Now (SSN) system warning on the instrument cluster message center. The FMEM triggers a 70% reduction in available engine power over a period of no more than 45 seconds, during which it may not be possible to accelerate or maintain vehicle speed. The PCM then commands the engine to shut down when vehicle speed reaches approximately 1 mph. There is no immediate restart capability. Depending on the PCM software calibration, ignition key position and ambient temperature conditions, the engine may not restart until the end of a 10-60 minute cool down period.Ford and its component supplier(s) made numerous changes to the PCM software calibration and the design, material and manufacture of the EGT sensors over the period of subject vehicle production. This continuous product improvement affected vehicle performance regarding the alleged defect. Ford acknowledges the defect condition in the subject vehicles but argues that an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety is limited to Ambulance Package and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles where commanded shutdown could impact emergency response and patient care. Ford also argues that the defect trend is in decline. Ford also initiated a new safety recall (15V-175) to address the 13V-535 remedy concerns in the Ambulance Package vehicles and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles. The 15V-175 remedy reprograms the PCM with a new software calibration that stops a single EGT sensor fault to cause the vehicle to enter the FMEM shutdown mode.Ford also initiated an EPA emissions recall (14E03) for all subject vehicles that reprograms the PCM with the software calibration employed in safety recall 15V-175. Finally, Ford initiated a Customer Satisfaction Program (15M01) providing extended warranty coverage of 8 years or 80,000 miles for the the EGT sensors on certain MY2011-2012 subject vehicles.Due to the EPA emissions recall, that had a 66.6% completion rate in Ford's December 2015 progress report to the EPA, the defect trend is in decline. ODI is not aware of any crashes, deaths or injuries related to the alleged defect.ODI believes the alleged defect poses a safety risk but notes that the EPA emissions recall is addressing the safety problem.Compelling issuance of a duplicate recall would not represent a wise use of agency resources.Accordingly, this Recall Query is closed.This action is not a finding that no defect exists and NHTSA will take further action if such action is warranted.
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System:emission Control
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles being affected by the same defect. Ford manufactured approximately 555,985 subject vehicles between February 22, 2010 and January 30, 2015 that may be affected by defective EGT sensors and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration. The subject vehicles are equipped with four (4) EGT sensors to monitor engine operating conditions. An EGT sensor fault may produce false exhaust over-temperature signals. If these signals are produced, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) implements a Failure Management Effects Mode (FMEM) and the driver receives a Stop Safely Now (SSN) system warning on the instrument cluster message center. The FMEM triggers a 70% reduction in available engine power over a period of no more than 45 seconds, during which it may not be possible to accelerate or maintain vehicle speed. The PCM then commands the engine to shut down when vehicle speed reaches approximately 1 mph. There is no immediate restart capability. Depending on the PCM software calibration, ignition key position and ambient temperature conditions, the engine may not restart until the end of a 10-60 minute cool down period.Ford and its component supplier(s) made numerous changes to the PCM software calibration and the design, material and manufacture of the EGT sensors over the period of subject vehicle production. This continuous product improvement affected vehicle performance regarding the alleged defect. Ford acknowledges the defect condition in the subject vehicles but argues that an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety is limited to Ambulance Package and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles where commanded shutdown could impact emergency response and patient care. Ford also argues that the defect trend is in decline. Ford also initiated a new safety recall (15V-175) to address the 13V-535 remedy concerns in the Ambulance Package vehicles and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles. The 15V-175 remedy reprograms the PCM with a new software calibration that stops a single EGT sensor fault to cause the vehicle to enter the FMEM shutdown mode.Ford also initiated an EPA emissions recall (14E03) for all subject vehicles that reprograms the PCM with the software calibration employed in safety recall 15V-175. Finally, Ford initiated a Customer Satisfaction Program (15M01) providing extended warranty coverage of 8 years or 80,000 miles for the the EGT sensors on certain MY2011-2012 subject vehicles.Due to the EPA emissions recall, that had a 66.6% completion rate in Ford's December 2015 progress report to the EPA, the defect trend is in decline. ODI is not aware of any crashes, deaths or injuries related to the alleged defect.ODI believes the alleged defect poses a safety risk but notes that the EPA emissions recall is addressing the safety problem.Compelling issuance of a duplicate recall would not represent a wise use of agency resources.Accordingly, this Recall Query is closed.This action is not a finding that no defect exists and NHTSA will take further action if such action is warranted.
Engine And Engine Cooling:exhaust System
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles being affected by the same defect. Ford manufactured approximately 555,985 subject vehicles between February 22, 2010 and January 30, 2015 that may be affected by defective EGT sensors and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration. The subject vehicles are equipped with four (4) EGT sensors to monitor engine operating conditions. An EGT sensor fault may produce false exhaust over-temperature signals. If these signals are produced, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) implements a Failure Management Effects Mode (FMEM) and the driver receives a Stop Safely Now (SSN) system warning on the instrument cluster message center. The FMEM triggers a 70% reduction in available engine power over a period of no more than 45 seconds, during which it may not be possible to accelerate or maintain vehicle speed. The PCM then commands the engine to shut down when vehicle speed reaches approximately 1 mph. There is no immediate restart capability. Depending on the PCM software calibration, ignition key position and ambient temperature conditions, the engine may not restart until the end of a 10-60 minute cool down period.Ford and its component supplier(s) made numerous changes to the PCM software calibration and the design, material and manufacture of the EGT sensors over the period of subject vehicle production. This continuous product improvement affected vehicle performance regarding the alleged defect. Ford acknowledges the defect condition in the subject vehicles but argues that an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety is limited to Ambulance Package and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles where commanded shutdown could impact emergency response and patient care. Ford also argues that the defect trend is in decline. Ford also initiated a new safety recall (15V-175) to address the 13V-535 remedy concerns in the Ambulance Package vehicles and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles. The 15V-175 remedy reprograms the PCM with a new software calibration that stops a single EGT sensor fault to cause the vehicle to enter the FMEM shutdown mode.Ford also initiated an EPA emissions recall (14E03) for all subject vehicles that reprograms the PCM with the software calibration employed in safety recall 15V-175. Finally, Ford initiated a Customer Satisfaction Program (15M01) providing extended warranty coverage of 8 years or 80,000 miles for the the EGT sensors on certain MY2011-2012 subject vehicles.Due to the EPA emissions recall, that had a 66.6% completion rate in Ford's December 2015 progress report to the EPA, the defect trend is in decline. ODI is not aware of any crashes, deaths or injuries related to the alleged defect.ODI believes the alleged defect poses a safety risk but notes that the EPA emissions recall is addressing the safety problem.Compelling issuance of a duplicate recall would not represent a wise use of agency resources.Accordingly, this Recall Query is closed.This action is not a finding that no defect exists and NHTSA will take further action if such action is warranted.
Engine
The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened this RQ to investigate allegations that the scope and remedy of safety recall 13V-535 were inadequate. Recall 13V-535 was limited to a relatively small population of Ambulance Package vehicles and ODI received complaints of pickup trucks and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles being affected by the same defect. Ford manufactured approximately 555,985 subject vehicles between February 22, 2010 and January 30, 2015 that may be affected by defective EGT sensors and Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software calibration. The subject vehicles are equipped with four (4) EGT sensors to monitor engine operating conditions. An EGT sensor fault may produce false exhaust over-temperature signals. If these signals are produced, the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) implements a Failure Management Effects Mode (FMEM) and the driver receives a Stop Safely Now (SSN) system warning on the instrument cluster message center. The FMEM triggers a 70% reduction in available engine power over a period of no more than 45 seconds, during which it may not be possible to accelerate or maintain vehicle speed. The PCM then commands the engine to shut down when vehicle speed reaches approximately 1 mph. There is no immediate restart capability. Depending on the PCM software calibration, ignition key position and ambient temperature conditions, the engine may not restart until the end of a 10-60 minute cool down period.Ford and its component supplier(s) made numerous changes to the PCM software calibration and the design, material and manufacture of the EGT sensors over the period of subject vehicle production. This continuous product improvement affected vehicle performance regarding the alleged defect. Ford acknowledges the defect condition in the subject vehicles but argues that an unreasonable risk to motor vehicle safety is limited to Ambulance Package and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles where commanded shutdown could impact emergency response and patient care. Ford also argues that the defect trend is in decline. Ford also initiated a new safety recall (15V-175) to address the 13V-535 remedy concerns in the Ambulance Package vehicles and Fire Engine Prep Package vehicles. The 15V-175 remedy reprograms the PCM with a new software calibration that stops a single EGT sensor fault to cause the vehicle to enter the FMEM shutdown mode.Ford also initiated an EPA emissions recall (14E03) for all subject vehicles that reprograms the PCM with the software calibration employed in safety recall 15V-175. Finally, Ford initiated a Customer Satisfaction Program (15M01) providing extended warranty coverage of 8 years or 80,000 miles for the the EGT sensors on certain MY2011-2012 subject vehicles.Due to the EPA emissions recall, that had a 66.6% completion rate in Ford's December 2015 progress report to the EPA, the defect trend is in decline. ODI is not aware of any crashes, deaths or injuries related to the alleged defect.ODI believes the alleged defect poses a safety risk but notes that the EPA emissions recall is addressing the safety problem.Compelling issuance of a duplicate recall would not represent a wise use of agency resources.Accordingly, this Recall Query is closed.This action is not a finding that no defect exists and NHTSA will take further action if such action is warranted.
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