Over the years I have owned this truck (purchased new) I have had several incidents where I have hit a bump on the road and the truck starts the infamous "Death Wobble". I have been lucky to date not to have caused an accident but since all these incidents happened at high speeds. When it occurs I have to brake or slow down, whi…
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Over the years I have owned this truck (purchased new) I have had several incidents where I have hit a bump on the road and the truck starts the infamous "Death Wobble". I have been lucky to date not to have caused an accident but since all these incidents happened at high speeds. When it occurs I have to brake or slow down, which could easily cause a major accident at speed. I am always on high alert if I am on a rough road or come to a bump in the freeway (overpasses). I have complained many times to my dealer, which they acknowledge happens on some Ford trucks then they proceed to tell me it can't be fixed and basically deal with it. They say they really do not have a fix for it. However, I believe Ford is being negligent in their responsibility to come up with a fix then issue a recall. These trucks are unsafe!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Understand my last event is dated below but it has happened to me at least once a year and sometimes two or three times since 2016.
NHTSA ODI #11441499
123,000 miles · Dec 29, 2020
SteeringUnknown Or Other
THE TRUCK HAS THE DEATH WOOBLE. I THOUGHT WE WERE GOING TO WRECK EVERY TIME IT HAPPENS. GOING 30+ MPH HOUR AND HIT A BUMP THE FRONT WHEELS AND STERRING WHEEL WOOBLE, VIBRATE UNCONTROLLABLY.
NHTSA ODI #11385487
138,950 miles · Aug 17, 2020
Unknown Or Other
SUPPOSED DEATH WOBBLE EXPERIENCE. TRUCK STARTED TO VIOLENTLY SHAKE WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE AND CAUSED A LOSS OF CONTROL ALMOST CAUSING A MAJOR ACCIDENT. THANKFULLY THE SEMI DRIVER NEXT TO ME SAW THE FRONT WHEEL START SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND STARTED TO BRAKE. SEMI HAD TO LOCK UP HIS BRAKES DUE TO THE FACT I WAS VIOLENTLY SHAKING…
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SUPPOSED DEATH WOBBLE EXPERIENCE. TRUCK STARTED TO VIOLENTLY SHAKE WHILE ON THE INTERSTATE AND CAUSED A LOSS OF CONTROL ALMOST CAUSING A MAJOR ACCIDENT. THANKFULLY THE SEMI DRIVER NEXT TO ME SAW THE FRONT WHEEL START SHAKING VIOLENTLY AND STARTED TO BRAKE. SEMI HAD TO LOCK UP HIS BRAKES DUE TO THE FACT I WAS VIOLENTLY SHAKING AND COULD NOT KEEP THE TRUCK IN MY LANE AND CAME ACROSS LANES OF TRAFFIC UNCONTROLLABLY. AVOIDING AN ACCIDENT BY INCHES, BROUGHT THE TRUCK TO A STOP ON THE SIDE OF THE ROAD AND THEN LOOKED IT OVER. EVERYTHING APPEARS TO BE FINE, BUT NOW VERY CAUTIOUS TO DRIVE AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. WHEN THIS OCCURRED I HAD NO CONTROL OF THE TRUCK BUT TO TRY AND NOT GET IT TO GO SIDEWAYS. I HAVE BEEN DRIVING VEHICLES FOR YEARS INCLUDING EMERGENCY AND SEMI TRUCKS AND HAVE NEVER EXPERIENCED ANYTHING LIKE THIS. NOW IT IS SCARY TO EVEN DRIVE THE TRUCK AND MY WIFE WON'T GET BEHIND THE WHEEL NOW. HIT A SLIGHT BUMP ON THE HIGHWAY AND THE TRUCK WOULD NOT RECOVER UNTIL STOPPED. WE ARE THANKFUL NOT TO BE SITTING IN A HOSPITAL OR EVEN WORSE!!
NHTSA ODI #11349791
33,000 miles · Feb 13, 2020
Unknown Or Other
OWING A DIESEL PICK-UP WE HAVE TO ADD CETANE BOOSTER TO EVERY TANK OF FUEL TO BOOST THE CETANE PERCENTAGE TO KEEP THE ENGINE OPERATING AT PEAK PERFORMANCE. I USE ONLY "MOTORCRAFT CETANE BOOSTER & PERFORMANCE IMPROVER', IT COMES IN A 20 OZ BOTTLE. THE ISSUE IS THERE'S A ROUND CARDBOARD UNDER THE CAP THAT'S SUPPOSED TO STAY THERE…
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OWING A DIESEL PICK-UP WE HAVE TO ADD CETANE BOOSTER TO EVERY TANK OF FUEL TO BOOST THE CETANE PERCENTAGE TO KEEP THE ENGINE OPERATING AT PEAK PERFORMANCE. I USE ONLY "MOTORCRAFT CETANE BOOSTER & PERFORMANCE IMPROVER', IT COMES IN A 20 OZ BOTTLE. THE ISSUE IS THERE'S A ROUND CARDBOARD UNDER THE CAP THAT'S SUPPOSED TO STAY THERE TO PREVENT IT FROM LEAKING, IT DOESN'T. IT STICKS TO THE BOTTLE AND IF YOU AREN'T PAYING ATTENTION IT WILL GO INTO YOUR FUEL TANK AND GET STUCK IN THE FUEL PUMP AND SHUT DOWN THE TRUCK. IT HAPPEN TO ME WHILE DRIVING. I WAS STRANDED 3 TIMES TILL I FOUND A FORD DEALERSHIP WHO COULD FIGURE IT OUT. I LOOK ONLINE AND IT'S HAPPENED MANY TIMES TO OTHER OWNERS AND FORD WON'T DO ANYTHING ABOUT IT. I HAD TO PAY FOR A TOW AND THE LABOR TO GET IT REPAIRED. IT'S THOUSANDS OF DOLLARS AND DANGEROUS. THE TRUCK WILL GO INTO LIMP MODE THEN SHUT OFF. THANK GOD I WAS ON A 35 MPH ROAD. IF I WAS ON THE FREEWAY DRIVING AT 70 THE POWER STEERING AND THE POWER BREAKING WILL SHUT OFF, SUPER HARD TO CONTROL, VERY DANGEROUS. THE TRUCK WEIGHS ABOUT 6,500 LBS. . I'VE READ ONLINE IT HAS HAPPENED A LOT. FORD NEEDS TO STAND BEHIND THEIR PRODUCT AND CREATE A BOTTLE THAT DOESN'T FALL APART. IF MY WIFE WAS DRIVING THE TRUCK IN TRAFFIC SOMEBODY COULD HAVE BEEN HURT OR KILLED. THANK YOU, [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
NHTSA ODI #11308970
5 miles · Jan 25, 2020
SteeringSuspensionUnknown Or Other
THE MOST COMMON TERM FOR MY PROBLEM IS CALLED A DEATH WOBBLE. I AM SPENT A LOT OF MONEY REPLACING PARTS TO FIX THE TRUCK ONLY TO LEARN THAT THOUSANDS OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. TO DATE FORD HAS REFUSED TO ACKNOWLEDGE OR ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS MOSTLY WHEN THE TRUCK IS BETWEEN 50…
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THE MOST COMMON TERM FOR MY PROBLEM IS CALLED A DEATH WOBBLE. I AM SPENT A LOT OF MONEY REPLACING PARTS TO FIX THE TRUCK ONLY TO LEARN THAT THOUSANDS OF OTHER PEOPLE HAVE THE SAME PROBLEM. TO DATE FORD HAS REFUSED TO ACKNOWLEDGE OR ACCEPT ANY RESPONSIBILITY FOR THIS PROBLEM. THE PROBLEM OCCURS MOSTLY WHEN THE TRUCK IS BETWEEN 50 AND 70 MILES AN HOUR AND HITS A BUMP IN THE ROAD. MY TRUCK CURRENTLY HAS A HUNDRED AND FORTY-EIGHT THOUSAND MILES ON IT, THE PROBLEM STARTED APPROXIMATELY AT 120000 ABOUT 8 MONTHS AGO.
NHTSA ODI #11301868
47,000 miles · Nov 19, 2019
SteeringUnknown Or Other
WHEN DRIVING THIS TRUCK ON HIGHWAY AT 70-75MPH, THE TRUCK HITS A SMALL BUMP AND GOES INTO AN EXTREME DEATH WOBBLE. IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO GET IT BACK UNDER CONTROL. IT HAPPENED TWICE IN ONE NIGHT OF DRIVING. UPON RESEARCH, IT IS A COMMON ISSUE AMONG FORD SUPER DUTIES AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. IT IS NOT SAFE WHATSOEVER. THE …
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WHEN DRIVING THIS TRUCK ON HIGHWAY AT 70-75MPH, THE TRUCK HITS A SMALL BUMP AND GOES INTO AN EXTREME DEATH WOBBLE. IT IS ALMOST IMPOSSIBLE TO GET IT BACK UNDER CONTROL. IT HAPPENED TWICE IN ONE NIGHT OF DRIVING. UPON RESEARCH, IT IS A COMMON ISSUE AMONG FORD SUPER DUTIES AND NEEDS TO BE ADDRESSED. IT IS NOT SAFE WHATSOEVER. THE TRUCK IS COMPLETELY STOCK WITH 47,000 MILES. HTTPS://WWW.CARGURUS.COM/CARS/DISCUSSION-T67905_DS972988
NHTSA ODI #11281017
21,062 miles · Oct 18, 2019
Unknown Or OtherFire
VEHICLE HAD BEEN SITTING FOR A FEW DAYS AND THE DRIVER WAS STARTING THE VEHICLE. UPON STARTING, THE DRIVER NOTICED FLAMES AND SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD IMMEDIATELY. NOTHING SEEMED OUT OF THE ORDINARY BEFORE THE FLAMES AND SMOKE WERE NOTICED. FLAMES WERE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD NEXT TO THE WINDSHIELD. DRIVER …
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VEHICLE HAD BEEN SITTING FOR A FEW DAYS AND THE DRIVER WAS STARTING THE VEHICLE. UPON STARTING, THE DRIVER NOTICED FLAMES AND SMOKE COMING OUT FROM UNDER THE HOOD IMMEDIATELY. NOTHING SEEMED OUT OF THE ORDINARY BEFORE THE FLAMES AND SMOKE WERE NOTICED. FLAMES WERE COMING FROM UNDER THE HOOD NEXT TO THE WINDSHIELD. DRIVER THEN SHUT THE VEHICLE OFF, POPPED THE HOOD RELEASE, AND SPRAYED 2 FIRE EXTINGUISHERS UNDER THE HOOD AND ON THE MOTOR EXTINGUISHING THE FLAMES. THEN 911 WAS CALLED.
NHTSA ODI #11269313
55,000 miles · Jun 16, 2019
SteeringUnknown Or OtherWheels
DEATH WOBBLE GOING AT HIGH RATE OF SPEED ON INTERSTATE AND TRUCK BEGAN TO WOBBLE VIOLENTLY AFTER HITTING BUMP ON ROAD, ONLY FIXED BY EXTREME SLOWING DOWN. THIS IS AN UNACCEPTABLE ISSUE THAT FORD NEEDS TO FIX, I HAD MY FAMILY IN TRUCK AT TIME.
NHTSA ODI #11220405
Mileage unknown · May 22, 2019
Unknown Or OtherVisibility/wiper
FRONT WINDSHIELD HAS AIR COMING IN MAKING A HMMMMM SOUND AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS. AFRAID WITH ENOUGH WIND, WINDSHIELD MAY POP OFF.
NHTSA ODI #11209352
10,000 miles · Jan 28, 2018
Unknown Or Other
AN OAHU, HAWAII US GOVERNMENT WORKER GOT IN HIS F-350 SUPER DUTY XL DRIVER SEAT AT 1000 HRS, 14 OCT 2017, SHUT THE DOOR NORMALLY AND THE BACK WINDOW SHATTERED. THERE WAS A WITNESS WATCHING THE INCIDENT WHO BACKS-UP THE CLAIM THAT THE BACK WINDOW SHATTERED AS STATED ABOVE/THE BACK WINDOW BROKE WITH NO APPARENT CAUSE.
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.
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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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