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2012 Ford F-550 recalls

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2012 Ford F-550. The most recent was reported on August 13, 2014.

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Recalls at a glance

DateCampaignPartVehicles
August 13, 201414V-498Equipment3
February 6, 201414V-040Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly, mounting18
October 30, 201313V-535Engine2,951
August 23, 201313V-380Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe37

Recall details

Equipment

August 13, 2014 · PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co. · Campaign 14V-498

What is wrong: PJ's Truck Bodies & Equipment Co., (PJ's) is recalling certain 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis modified by PJ's and equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.

Risk: The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.

The fix: PJ's has notified owners and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on August 28, 2014. Owners may contact PJ's customer service at 1-866-475-8782.

Fuel system, other: storage, tank assembly, mounting

February 6, 2014 · Almared, Inc. · Campaign 14V-040

What is wrong: Almared, Inc., dba A-1 Alternative Fuel Systems, is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-550 transit buses manufactured May 2011 through April 2013, altered to operate on compressed natural gas (CNG). In the affected vehicles, the brackets securing the passenger side CNG fuel tank may break.

Risk: If the brackets break, the CNG tank may separate from the vehicle frame increasing the risk of a crash or possible fire.

The fix: Almared, Inc. has notified owners and all affected vehicles have been remedied, free of charge. Owners may contact Almared at 1-559-485-4427.

Engine

October 30, 2013 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 13V-535

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 F-350/450/550 Ambulance Package vehicles manufactured February 22, 2010, through October 19, 2012 and equipped with a 6.7L diesel engine. Due to an exhaust sensor problem, the vehicles may experience loss of power followed by an engine stall.

Risk: An unexpected engine stall increases the risk of a crash. Additionally, if this were to occur when the ambulance is transporting a patient, there is an increased risk of injury to the patient.

The fix: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the exhaust gas temperature sensor, free of charge. The recall began on November 25, 2013. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's recall campaign number is 13S10.

Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system, manifold/header/muffler/tail pipe

August 23, 2013 · Ford Motor Company · Campaign 13V-380

What is wrong: Manning Equipment Inc. LLC (Manning) is recalling certain model year 2012 Ford F-350, F-450 and F-550 gasoline engined dual rear wheel chassis vehicles manufactured October 2011 through June 2012. The tailpipe on the exhaust system does not extend out beyond the edge of the body, allowing heat to build up in rear curbside storage compartment.

Risk: Excessive heat build up in rear compartment could result in fire.

The fix: Manning Equipment has notified owners, and dealers will install tailpipe extensions free of charge. The recall has already begun. Owners may contact Manning Equipment at 1-502-426-5210.

Other model years of the Ford F-550

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Frequently asked questions

Does the 2012 Ford F-550 have recalls?

NHTSA lists 4 recall campaigns since 2013 that include the 2012 Ford F-550, the most recent reported on August 13, 2014. A campaign covers only certain vehicles, so check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls to see whether yours is affected.

What parts have been recalled on the 2012 Ford F-550?

Equipment (1), Fuel system, other (1), Engine (1), Engine and engine cooling (1).

Are recall repairs free?

In 4 of the 4 campaigns listed here, the remedy states that the repair is free of charge. Read the remedy in each recall for the details.

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) recall data for passenger vehicles, recalls since 2013, shown as published. This site is independent and not affiliated with NHTSA or any manufacturer. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls and follow your manufacturer’s notice. Terms and disclaimer.