Recall 04V327000: Engine Ground Stud Replacement

Make / Models : Model/Build Years:

Ford / Excursion 2003

Ford / F250 2003

Ford / F350 2003

Ford / F450 Super Duty 2003

Ford / F550 Super Duty 2003

MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company

NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V327000 Recall Date : JUL 06, 2004

COMPONENT: Electrical System: Battery

Potential Number Of Units Affected : 83687

SUMMARY:
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with 6.0L Diesel engines, the engine ground stud that attaches the negative battery terminal eyelet to the engine block may be loose.

CONSEQUENCe:
If the ground wire is loose, electrical current may flow to the radio suppression strap causing it to heat and potentially melt or ignite adjacent components which could result in a fire.

REMEDY:
Dealers will replace the engine ground stud and the radio suppression strap and adjacent components will be inspected for damage and replaced, if necessary. The recall began on July 23, 2004. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

NOTES:
Ford Recall NO. 04S15. Customers may also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).