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Recall 11V-128

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 2011 Ford Edge and 6 other models: Electrical system (software).

At a glance

Campaign number
11V-128
Reported
February 24, 2011
Vehicles affected
8,022 estimated by the manufacturer

Source: NHTSA recall records

What is wrong

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ford f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450, f-550, edge, and lincoln mkx trucks manufactured from october 25, 2010, through november 20, 2010. These vehicles were inspected using integrated diagnostic system (ids) that had a custom software routine to read the suspect body control module (bcm) serial number. Based on the serial number the bcm was either not affected or replaced. The custom software routine was not reading the correct set of characters, and was not able to identify a bcm that required replacement affected bcms may have the potential for an internal short.

The risk

If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which could result in a vehicle fire.

The fix

Dealer will inspect the body control module and if necessary replace it free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-[removed].

Notes from the manufacturer

Ford safety recall no. 10s14.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