Recall 07V553000: Camshaft Position Sensor Replacement

MAKE/MODELS: MODEL/BUILD YEARS:

Ford/E-Series 1997-2003

Ford/Excursion 1997-2003

Ford/F-250 SD 1997-2003

Ford/F-350 SD 1997-2003

Ford/F-450 SD 1997-2003

Ford/F-550 SD 1997-2003

MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID NUMBER: 07V553000

MFR'S REPORT DATE: December 03, 2007

COMPONENT: Engine and Engine Cooling: Engine: Diesel

POTENTIAL NUMBER OF UNITS AFFECTED: 1176000

SUMMARY:
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3L Diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

Consequence:
In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.

REMEDY:
Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about December 17, 2007. Owners may contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

NOTES:
Ford recall No. 07S57. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.