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Recall 10V-398

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2008 to 2009 Ford F-650 SD and 1 other model: Engine and engine cooling.

At a glance

Campaign number
10V-398
Reported
September 9, 2010
Vehicles affected
3,469 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Ford is recalling certain model year 2008-2009 f-650 and f-750 trucks equipped with caterpillar c7 engine. The #5 and #6 fuel lines may crack at the fastening point to the common fuel rail and cause a fuel leak.

The risk

A fuel leak, in the presence of an ignition source, can result in a vehicle fire.

The fix

Ford is working with caterpillar to notify owners and repairs will be performed by authorized caterpillar dealers free of charge. The safety recall began on september 8, 2010. Owners may contact caterpillar toll-free at 1-[removed] or ford at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Ford safety recall no. 10v01.owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-[removed] (tty 1-[removed]), or go to <a href=[link removed] .

Affected vehicles