Recalls for 2006 Ford E-450 Cutaway

DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:FUSES AND CIRCUIT BREAKERS

Posted on: 2007-12-14
Description
On certain ambulances originally sold in or currently registered in the states of connecticut, delaware, illinois, indiana, iowa, maine, maryland, massachusetts, michigan, minnesota, missouri, new hampshire, new jersey, new york, ohio, pennsylvania, rhode island, vermont, west virginia, wisconsin, and the district of columbia.  Corrosion may occur on the anl 400 amp fuse due to exposure to calcium chloride elements that are used in the salt states during the winter season.  

Consequence
The deterioration of the fuse can cause a disruption of power resulting in loss of service in the patient compartment.

Corrective Action
Retrofit kits and installation instructions will be mailed to customers free of charge.  The recall began on january 8, 2008.  Owners may contact wheeled coach at 800-932-7077.

Notes
Customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.