FORD F-59 2013: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
NHTSA Campaign ID Number: 14V401000
| Make | Model | Year |
|---|---|---|
| FORD | F-59 | 2013 |
| Date Owners Notified | Date Received by ODI | Date Added to Database |
| 2014-07-28 | 2014-07-02 | 2014-07-08 |
Production Dates: 2009-12-17 - 2014-04-30
Manufacturers Involved: Ford Motor Company
Manufacturer Campaign Number: 14S11
Component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Potential Number Of Units Affected: 4867
Report Initiator: MFR MFR Report
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.
A short circuit may result in a fire.
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.
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.
