Recall 97V-209
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1993 to 1997 Ford F Super Duty: Engine and engine cooling (exhaust system, emission control, gas recirculation valve (egr valve)).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 97V-209
- Reported
- November 13, 1997
- Vehicles affected
- 64,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: motor home chassis. Hot exhaust gasses can leak from the exhaust gas return (egr) tube on the engine. A hole can develop in the flexible section of the tube. Heat damage to the passenger compartment floor and floor covering can occur.
The risk
Depending on the materials used in the construction of the completed vehicle, ignition of these materials could occur resulting in a vehicle fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the egr tube.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner notification began january 19, 1998. Owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford motorhome customer service at 1-[removed].also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-[removed].
Affected vehicles
- Ford F Super Duty 1993 to 1997