Recall 98V-056
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recalled the 1999 Ford F-350 and 1 other model: Electrical system (12v/24v/48v battery, cables).
At a glance
- Campaign number
- 98V-056
- Reported
- March 12, 1998
- Vehicles affected
- 4,000 estimated by the manufacturer
Source: NHTSA recall records
What is wrong
Vehicle description: supercab pickup trucks. The positive battery cable is taped to the negative cable which contains a clip to secure the assembly to the side frame rail. If incorrectly positioned, the positive battery cable can contact the air conditioning compressor pulley.
The risk
If the cable wears, a complete electrical system failure can occur and potential sparking and/or ignition of flammable material.
The fix
Dealers will inspect and/or modify the battery cable clips to ensure that they are properly located.
Notes from the manufacturer
Owner/dealer notification began march 16,1998.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 free of charge should contact ford at 1-[removed]. Also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-[removed]).
Affected vehicles
- Ford F-350 1999
- Ford Supercab 1999