2 recalls found. |
DEFECT #1 - ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Posted on: 2014-07-08
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2014 ford f-59 commercial chassis vehicles manufactured december 17, 2009, to april 30, 2014. Corrosive environments, such as water mixed with road salt, may cause a short circuit between the electrical junction block and the mounting bracket/frame.
Consequence
A short circuit may result in a fire.
Corrective Action
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the junction block with an improved design, free of charge. The recall began on july 28, 2014. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14s11. Note: since the short may result in a fire whether the vehicle is being operated or not, owners are advised to park affected vehicles outside until they have received the recall remedy.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
DEFECT #2 - SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
Posted on: 2014-07-08
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain model year 2014 f-53 motorhome chassis and f-59 commercial chassis manufactured february 14, 2014, to march 7, 2014. The affected chassis may have incorrectly machined brake calipers that may leak brake fluid.
Consequence
Brake caliper leaks will cause longer brake pedal travel and lengthened stopping distances, increasing the risk of a crash.
Corrective Action
Ford has notified owners. Dealers will inspect the vehicles and replace the affected brake calipers, free of charge. The recall began on july 28, 2014. Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford's number for this recall is 14s14.
Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.