Recall 14V-040
Almared, Inc. recalled the 2011 to 2012 Ford F-550: Fuel system, other (storage, tank assembly, mounting).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 14V-040
- Reported
- February 6, 2014
- Vehicles affected
- 18 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Almared, Inc., dba A-1 Alternative Fuel Systems, is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-550 transit buses manufactured May 2011 through April 2013, altered to operate on compressed natural gas (CNG). In the affected vehicles, the brackets securing the passenger side CNG fuel tank may break.
The risk
If the brackets break, the CNG tank may separate from the vehicle frame increasing the risk of a crash or possible fire.
The fix
Almared, Inc. has notified owners and all affected vehicles have been remedied, free of charge. Owners may contact Almared at 1-[removed].
Notes from the manufacturer
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-[removed] (TTY 1-[removed]), or go to [link removed]
Affected vehicles
- Ford F-550 2011 to 2012