2005 Ford E-350 problems
The Ford E-Series (also known as the Ford Econoline, Ford Econovan or Ford Club Wagon) is a range of full-size vans manufactured and marketed by the Ford Motor Company. Introduced for 1961 as the replacement of the Ford F-Series panel van, four generations of the model line have been produced. Marketed for both cargo and passenger transport configurations, the E-Series has been designed with multiple design variations for both retail and commercial sale, including vans, and commercial-grade cutaway van chassis and stripped chassis (a chassis without bodywork).
With over 8.2 million units sold since 1961, the Ford E-Series is the third-best selling van line in history (outranked only by the Ford Transit and Volkswagen Transporter). Ford retired the E-Series passenger and cargo vans after 2014, replacing them with the Ford Transit. As of current production, the E-Series remains offered exclusively in cutaway and stripped-chassis configurations. In 2021, the model line entered its 60th year of production (becoming the second current Ford line to do so).
The E-Series (cutaway/stripped chassis) is assembled by Ford at its Ohio Assembly facility (Avon Lake, Ohio), which has produced the model line since 1975. Prior to its closure, Lorain Assembly (Lorain, Ohio) assembled the model line from 1961 to 2005.
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Common 2005 Ford E-350 problems
Based on the sources provided, here are the common problems reported by owners of the 2005 Ford E-350 Club Wagon and Super Duty models:
- Brake Light Malfunction: Some complaints mention issues with the brake lights staying on continuously, even when the engine is running, which could indicate a problem with the brake light system or electrical components.
- Coolant Reservoir: A specific complaint involves coolant reservoir issues, which could point to leaks, overheating, or cooling system malfunctions.
- Heater Fan: Complaints about the heater fan not turning on suggest potential issues with the heating system or fan motor.
- Electrical Problems: Reports of various electrical issues like no power to lights, fuses, ignition, and other components indicate potential wiring or electrical system faults.
- Engine Issues: Concerns about engine performance, particularly with the 6.0L diesel engine, have been raised, with recommendations to "bulletproof" it for reliability.
- Transmission Problems: While not explicitly mentioned in the sources, transmission issues can also be common in older vehicles like the 2005 Ford E-350, affecting shifting, performance, and overall drivability.
These problems can impact the vehicle's reliability, safety, and overall performance. Addressing these issues promptly through proper diagnosis and repairs by a qualified mechanic is crucial to ensure the longevity and functionality of the Ford E-350 2005 models.
How reliable are Ford E-350?
Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Ford E-350 an overall reliability rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Ford E-350 21st out of 24 among Commercial Vans.
What is the recall on the Ford E-350 transmission?
Dealers will inspect and replace the transmission, or the valve body and extension housing, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 16, 2024. Owners may contact Ford's customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford Motor Company's number for this recall is 23S54.
How many miles per gallon does a 2005 Ford E-350 diesel get?
Based on data from 26 vehicles, 1,647 fuel-ups and 449,638 miles of driving, the 2005 Ford E-350 Super Duty gets a combined Avg MPG of 11.45 with a 0.18 MPG margin of error. Below you can see a distribution of the fuel-ups with 22 outliers (1.32%) removed.
What is Ford E-350 engine?
The standard 7.3L V8 Premium-rated engine with TorqShift® six-speed automatic transmission with the 2024 E-350/E-450 is rated at 325 horsepower and 450 lb. -ft.
How reliable are Ford E-350?
Ratings & reliability
RepairPal gave the Ford E-350 an overall reliability rating of 2 out of 5 stars, which RepairPal describes as Average. This rating ranks Ford E-350 21st out of 24 among Commercial Vans.
What is the gas mileage on a 2005 Ford E350 Super Duty?
Heavy duty construction, rugged and spacious. Fuel mileage is TERRIBLE at 11.5 to 12 mpg.
What is Ford E-350 engine?
The standard 7.3L V8 Premium-rated engine with TorqShift® six-speed automatic transmission with the 2024 E-350/E-450 is rated at 325 horsepower and 450 lb. -ft.
Why won t my Ford E-350 start?
The most common reasons a Ford E-350 Super Duty won't start are a dead battery, an alternator problem, or failed starter.
2005 Ford E-350 car problems categorized by type of issue
After analyzing all complaints sent to the NHTSA and researching popular Ford E-350 problems, we found that the most common problems with these 2023 model year vehicles are:
- Electrical system problems
- Engine and engine cooling problems
- Fuel system problems
- Diesel problems
- Power train problems
The graph below shows statistics for all 2005 Ford E-350 vehicle components and the number of complaints received.
Latest 25 complaints 2005 Ford E-350
The NHTSA has received 55 complaints about various vehicle components related to the 2005 Ford E-350. Below are the 25 most recent complaints reported for 2005 Ford E-350 vehicles.
2023-11-03
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2023-11-02
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FBSS31S45H
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: The contact owned a 2005 Ford E-350. The contact stated while driving approximately 45 MPH he smelled a burning odor and saw that the vehicle was trailing a large white cloud. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact pulled over and as soon as he exited the vehicle it had become engulfed in flames. The contact stated that the flames came from under the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle burned, the contact stated the fire department was not able to locate his vehicle and later the police had called him and left a voice message advising him that the vehicle had been towed to an impound lot. The manufacturer had not been informed of the failure. The contact had researched online and related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 11E047000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 145,000.
2020-09-14
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2020-09-02
- VIN: 1FMNE31P55H
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: ONLY 87000 MILES AND THE FUEL TANK IS SHEDDING SILVER PAINT FLAKES, INTO THE FUEL SYSTEM.. HAVE NOW REPLACED ALL THE FILTERS TWICE, PUMP ONCE.. AND THE TANK PRE FILTER HAS TO BE CLOGGED AS NO FUEL WILL EVEN COME OUT.. HAD BEEN A VERY GOOD TRUCK, BUT THIS ENGINEERING CAUSES THE VAN TO JUST DIE!! ON THE ROAD. THIS IS APPARENTLY A COMMON PROBLEM AND ONE THAT FORD AND THEIR ENGINEERS ARE NOT BEING RESPONSIBLE FOR.. REALLY... PAINT INSIDE AT FUEL TANK? WTF ARE THEY THINKING...
2016-10-04
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2016-06-01
- VIN: 1FTSS34P06H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350. WHILE DRIVING VARIOUS SPEEDS, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO THE DEALER WHERE IT WAS DIAGNOSED THAT THE FUEL INJECTION CONTROL MODULE FAILED. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE CONTROL MODULE, BUT THE FAILURE CONTINUED. UPON INSPECTION, THE CONTACT DETERMINED THAT THE FUEL INJECTION CONTROL MODULE WIRE HARNESS FAILED. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 05V270000 (ELECTRICAL SYSTEM). THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 90,000.
2015-09-14
VISIBILITY/WIPER PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-06-05
- VIN: 1FTWW33P65E
- Components: VISIBILITY/WIPER
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE HEATER BOX FAILED TO CHANGE SETTINGS AFTER THE INITIAL SETTING. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER WHO DIAGNOSED THAT THE HEATER BOX NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 42,900.
2015-04-17
POWER TRAIN PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2015-04-16
- VIN: 1FTSS34L75H
- Components: POWER TRAIN
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE GEAR SHIFTER FAILED TO SHIFT. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 243,000.
2014-11-21
ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2014-10-17
- VIN: 1FTSS34P25H
- Components: ENGINE,FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: WHILE DRIVE ON HIGHWAY,VEHICLE BEGAN TO LOSE POWER WHEN I ENCOUNTERED A HILL. IT BOGGED DOWN AND STRUGGLED TO MAKE IT TO TOP OF HILL AND LOST SPEED DOWN TO 30 MPH OR LESS AND THEN DIED. IT WOULD NOT START RIGHT AWAY, BUT AFTER LETTING IT SIT FOR 15 MINUTES, IT STARTED AND HAD REGAINED POWER AND I DROVE IT TILL I GOT TO THE NEST HILL AND DID THE SAME THING SEVERAL TIMES TILL I MADE IT HOME 3 HOURS LATER FOR A 10 MILE TRIP. I CHECKED ONLINE ON THE VEHICLE FOR FORD OWNERS FORUM AND SAW THAT SEVERAL PEOPLE ENCOUNTERED THIS PROBLEM BEFORE AND DESCRIBED IT AS BOGGING DOWN AND LOSING POWER. SOME ONE SUGGESTED CHANGING THE EGR VALVE WHICH I HAD DONE, AND THE FUEL FILTERS AS WELL AS AIR FILTER. WHEN I REMOVED THE BOTTOM FUEL FILTER UNDER THE VAN, I CAPTURED THE FUEL IN THE FILTER AND LINE AND IT HAD WHAT LOOKED LIKE SILVER PAINT. I KEPT THE SAMPLE AND IT IS SOFT AND PLIABLE. I ASSUMED IT WAS A PROTECTIVE COATING LINING THE FUEL TANK. I DON'T BELIEVE THIS SHOULD BE HAPPENING,BECAUSE IT COULD DO DAMAGE TO THE INJECTORS AND OTHER THINGS. *TR
2014-07-29
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-10-09
- VIN: 1FDWE35P05H
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350. WHILE DRIVING 40 MPH, THE ENGINE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE AFTER REPEATED ATTEMPTS. THE FAILURE OCCURRED MULTIPLE TIMES. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT DIAGNOSED OR REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 45,000.
2013-11-22
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-11-11
- VIN: 1FDXE45P85H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,ENGINE
- Summary: THIS BUS IS OWNED BY FIRST BAPTIST CHURCH OF GRANT, AL. ABOUT ONE YEAR AGO WE STARTED HAVING TIMES WHEN THE BUS WOULD CRANK BUT NOT START. OUR MECHANIC HAS CHECKED IT FOUR DIFFERENT TLIMES, HOWEVER, EVERY TIME EXCEPT THIS TIME (5TH TIME) IT STARTED WHEN HE WENT TO CHECK IT. THIS TIME WE WERE TAKING OUR SENIORS ON A TRIP, BUT WHEN WE WENT TO CRANK IT, IT CRANKED BUT WOULD NOT START. WE HAD IT TOWED TO WOODY ANDERSON FORD IN HUNTSVILLE, AL. I SPOKE WITH THE TRUCK SERVICE MANAGER TODAY AND HE TOLD ME THE ENGINE WIRING HARNESS WAS BAD. THIS BUS ONLY HAS 30,000 MILES ON IT. IT HAS BEEN AT WOODY ANDERSON FORD 4 DAYS. I KNOW RECALLS ARE BASED ON THE VIN NUMBER PRIMARILY. THIS IS A LIKE NEW BUS AND ALREADY HAD TO REPLACE THE FUEL INJECTORS, TURBO CHARGER, AND A COUPLE OF DIFFERENT SENSORS. ANYONE WITH ANY COMMON SENSE KNOWS THAT IT IS NOT NORMAL FOR AN ENGINE WIRING HARNESS TO GO BAD. FORD MOTOR COMPANY NEEDS TO BE HELD ACCOUNTABLE AND RESPONSIBLE FOR REPLACING AN ENGINE COMPONENT THAT SHOULD LAST AS LONG AS YOU OWN THE VEHICLE. THERE IS A RECALL ON SOME VEHICLES WITH A 6.0L DIESEL ENGINE WITH PROBLEMS LIKE OURS, IT IS RECALL # 05S34. THE FORD DEALERSHIP SAID IT WOULD COST $3000.00 TO REPLACE THE WIRING HARNESS. THIS SHOULD BE A FORD MOTOR COMPANY PROBLEM. THANKS FOR READING AND CONSIDERING MY COMPLAINT. ANY HELP WOULD BE GREATLY APPRECIATED. MY NAME IS STEVE STANFIELD. I AM THE PASTOR. MY EMAIL IS [XXX] [XXX] INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6). *TR
2013-10-02
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-10-01
- VIN: 1FDSE34P95H
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
- Summary: DRIVING UPHILL ON I-70 EASTBOUND BY SILVERTHORNE, CO THE ENGINE SIMPLY QUIT. LIMPED TO SIDE OF HIGHWAY AND TRIED TO RESTART - NOTHING. BATTERIES ARE NEW, ETC JUST NO TURNING OVER OF THE ENGINE. THOUGHTS ARE A BAD FICM, WHICH THERE IS SUPPOSEDLY A RECALL BUT FORD DENIED THAT WHEN I CALLED THIS MORNING. HAD THE VEHICLE TOWED TO A SHOP IN ARVADA, CO FOR DIAGNOSIS AND REPAIRS. SOUNDS LIKE THE EGR SYSTEM IS ABOUT TO GO, THE FICM IS SHOT AND WIRING HARNESS FOR COMPUTER IS GONE - ALL THINGS FORD IS AWARE OF BUT ADAMANTLY REFUSES TO DO ANYTHING ABOUT. THIS LEAVES THE CONSUMER IN THE POSITION TO HAVE TO SPEND THOUSANDS OF $'S TO REPAIR THEIR DESIGN FLAWS. *TR
2013-07-15
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-07-04
- VIN: 1FDSE35L65H
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE NOTICED FUEL LEAKING FROM THE FUEL TANK. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC FOR DIAGNOSIS. THE MECHANIC STATED THE FUEL TANK WOULD HAVE TO BE REPLACED BECAUSE IT WAS CORRODING AND LEAKING FUEL. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOT MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS NOT REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 103,000. *TR
2013-05-24
ENGINE PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-03-06
- VIN: 1FTSS34PX5H
- Components: ENGINE
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING 40 MPH WHEN THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO THE CONTACT'S RESIDENCE WHERE IT WAS INSPECTED BY AN AUTHORIZED MECHANIC. THE MECHANIC ADVISED THE CONTACT THAT THE FILTER AT THE BOTTOM OF THE ENGINE HAD BECOME CLOGGED AND NEEDED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED BUT THE FAILURE RECURRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE FAILURE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 158,000.
2013-01-15
TIRES PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2013-01-01
- Components: TIRES
- Summary: 2005 FORD E350. CONSUMER WRITES IN REGARDS TO RECALL NOTICE FOR VEHICLE TIRES. *SMD THE CONSUMER STATED HE RECEIVED A RECALL NOTICE ABOUT B.F. GOODRICH COMMERCIAL T/A TIRES HE PURCHASED SOME TIME AGO. THE CONSUMER WENT TO A TIRE SERVICE CENTER, TO HAVE THE TIRES CHECKED. THE MANAGER INFORMED THE CONSUMER, THAT ONE OF THE FOUR TIRES WERE IN THE RECALL GROUP. THE MANAGER STATED IN ORDER FOR THE RECALL TO BE HONORED, THE CONSUMER HAD TO PURCHASE AT LEAST TWO TIRES. IN ADDITION, HE COULD GET ANOTHER BRAND OF TIRES AND RECEIVE CREDIT FOR THE VALUE OF THE COMMERCIAL T/A TIRES AGAINST THE PURCHASE. THE CONSUMER STATED WHEN HE DROPPED THE VAN OFF, HE ASKED THAT THE USED TIRES BE PLACED IN THE VEHICLE, SO HE COULD VERIFY IF THE TIRES FELL UNDER THE RECALL. THAT DIDN'T HAPPEN. THE CONSUMER STATED THE REPAIR CENTER'S IDEA OF HONORING THE RECALL, WAS TO CHARGE HIM FOR ONE TIRE AT THE NEW COMMERCIAL T/A PRICE. THE MANAGER STATED THE CONSUMER DID NOT GET THE CREDIT FOR THE ONE TIRE, BECAUSE HE WOULD HAVE TO BUY THE EXACT SAME TIRE.
2012-12-04
POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-29
- Fire: 1
- VIN: 1FBNE31L05H
- Components: POWER TRAIN,ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: I HAD AN ISSUE WITH THE VEHICLE HAVING A SUDDEN MISS FROM THE ENGINE WHILE ON THE FREEWAY. SATURDAY THE SPARKPLUGS AND ONE COIL PACK WAS REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS NEXT DRIVEN ON SUNDAY EVENING WHERE APPROX. 1/2 MILE FROM THE HOME THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF WITHOUT ANY POWER TO THE STEERING AND BRAKES. INSTRUMENTS LIGHTS WERE STILL WORKING BUT DROPPED TO THE OFF POSITION. I OPENED THE HOOD AND SMELLED ELECTRICAL FUMES, NOT BEING ABLE TO SEE WHAT WAS WRONG, I DISCONNECTED THE BATTERY WITH A PAIR OF CHANNELOCKS. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED HOME AND I BEGAN TO INVESTIGATE THE ISSUE. I FOUND THAT THE PCM/ECM HAD BEEN RENDERED PERMANENTLY NONFUNCTIONAL CAUSING THE VEHICLE SHUT OFF. THE WIRING HAD A 1.5" BY 2" & 3/4" DEEP BURNT/MELTED AREA ON A ROUGHLY 2" ROUND HARNESS. I FURTHER FOUND THAT THE MAIN WIRING HARNESS FROM THE PCM/ECM IN THE FACTORY INSTALLED POSITION HAD BEEN RUBBING FOR SOME TIME ON AN EXHAUST COMPONENT WRAPPED WITH FIBERGLASS. THE PLASTIC WRAPPING AND METAL WRAPPING WAS OBVIOUSLY BREACHED AND EXPOSED THE WIRING TO BE GROUNDED TO THE EXHAUST COMPONENT AND ALSO WAS THE FIBERGLASS ON THE EXHAUST COMPONENT HAD WORN OFF EXPOSING BARE HEATED METAL. THE EXCESSIVE HEAT HELPED TO MELT INTO THE WIRING AND NO FUSES WERE BLOWN. THE PROTECTION HAD BEEN INADEQUATE TO PROVIDE A SAFE OPERATION OF THE VEHICLE. THE ENGINE IS A 5.4L GASOLINE WHICH THE SEALED FUEL SOURCE IS APPROX. 1 FT. AWAY. I THINK ANY OF THE E-SERIES VANS THAT YEAR NEED TO BE INSPECTED BECAUSE OF STALLING AND FIRE ISSUES. I AM A 6'2 230 LB PERSON AND HAD DIFFICULTY SLOWING THE VEHICLE ON A VACANT STREET, STEERING WASN'T AS BAD BUT REQUIRED ADEQUATE FORCE. I DO HAVE PHOTOS OF THE HARNESS AND EXHAUST COMPONENT. THE ECM/PCM IS ROUGHLY $1200.00 AND THE WIRING HARNESS IS AROUND $670.00 BEFORE ANY LABOR OR TECHNICAL COSTS. I WILL INSPECT ALL THE OTHER WIRE LOCATIONS FOR OTHER ISSUES. *TR
2012-11-07
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-11-02
- VIN: 1FTSS34PX5H
- Components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350 SD. WHILE DRIVING UPHILL APPROXIMATELY 25 MPH, THERE WAS A SIGNIFICANT REDUCTION IN ENGINE POWER. THE FAILURE WAS CONSTANT. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHO ADVISED THAT THE FUEL TANK LINER HAD DETERIORATED. THE TECHNICIAN ALSO INFORMED THE CONTACT THAT THE FUEL TANK, FUEL PUMP AND INJECTORS WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL FILTERS WOULD REQUIRE REPLACEMENT. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED OF THE PROBLEM. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 82,867.
2012-11-06
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2012-08-31
- VIN: 1FTSS34P05H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING,FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E350 SUPER DUTY. THE CONTACT STATED THAT HE WOULD HAVE TO WAIT HOURS FOR THE ENGINE TO COOL DOWN BEFORE THE VEHICLE COULD BE STARTED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO A DEALER FOR DIAGNOSIS AND THE CONTACT WAS INFORMED THAT THE ENGINE OIL COOLER, INJECTORS AND THE EGR COOLER WOULD ALL NEED TO BE REPLACED. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN INDEPENDENT MECHANIC AND WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS NOTIFIED BUT OFFERED NO ASSISTANCE. THE FAILURE AND CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 79,000. UPDATED 1/7/13 *CN THE CONSUMER STATED THE DEALER REBUILT THE ENGINE, POSSIBLY DUE TO DETERIORATION OF THE FUEL TANK LINER. UPDATED 01/09/13
2011-11-21
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-10-01
- VIN: 1FDWE35S34H
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 10 MPH, THE VEHICLE SUDDENLY STALLED. THE CONTACT REPLACED THE BATTERY AND WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE. THE CONTACT ALSO STATED THAT HE HAD TESTED THE BATTERY BEFORE THE VEHICLE STALLED AND IT WAS OPERATING NORMALLY. THE CONTACT STATED THE INTERNAL CONNECTION TO THE POST OF THE BATTERY CAUSED THE FAILURE. THE MANUFACTURER WAS MADE AWARE OF THE FAILURE. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE APPROXIMATE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 35,000. ...UPDATED 01/25/12 *BF
2011-03-23
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-30
- VIN: 1FTSE34P65H
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: TL*THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE VEHICLE WOULD INTERMITTENTLY STALL WHILE DRIVING AT LOW SPEEDS. THE VEHICLE WAS ALSO EXPERIENCING A LOSS OF POWER AND THE ENGINE WOULD NOT FUNCTION NORMALLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER WHERE THE CONTACT WAS TOLD THAT THE FUEL SYSTEM WAS EXPERIENCING DELAMINATION. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 113,386 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS UNKNOWN.
2011-03-16
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2011-03-08
- VIN: 1FDSS34P65H
- Components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E-350 DIESEL. WHILE DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 35 MPH AND EXITING THE HIGHWAY, THE VEHICLE STALLED WITHOUT WARNING. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO MANEUVER THE VEHICLE AS IT COASTED OFF THE RAMP AND ONTO A SECOND HIGHWAY WHERE THE VEHICLE WAS MANEUVERED TO THE SHOULDER. THE CONTACT WAS ABLE TO RESTART THE VEHICLE YET IT CONTINUED TO STALL REPEATEDLY. THE VEHICLE WAS TOWED TO A LOCAL MECHANIC WHERE THE CONTACT WAS ADVISED THAT THE INJECTION PUMP AND INJECTION CONTROL SENSOR WAS DEFECTIVE AND WOULD NEED TO BE REPLACED. IN ADDITION, THE MECHANIC ADVISED THAT THE HIGH PRESSURE OIL PUMP WAS DAMAGED AND THE HOUSING WHICH WOULD ALSO NEED REPLACING. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED. THE MANUFACTURER WAS CONTACTED AND ADVISED THAT THE VEHICLE WAS NOT INCLUDED IN ANY RECALLS. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 67,294 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 67,310.
2010-12-28
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-01-04
- VIN: 1FDWE35P75H
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: IN JANUARY 2009, ENGINE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH. TOOK TO FORD DEALER, AND THEY TESTED FUEL SYSTEM. DIAGNOSED RUST IN FUEL DUE TO FUEL TANK RUSTING AND REPLACED FUEL TANK AND FILTERS. DECEMBER 2010, THE ENGINE BEGAN RUNNING ROUGH AGAIN. TOOK VEHICLE TO NON FORD REPAIR, AND WAS DIAGNOSED THAT FUEL TANK WAS DELAMINATING AND HAD CLOGGED FILTERS, AND INJECTORS. WILL NEED TO REPLACE FUEL TANK, FUEL FILTERS, AND INJECTORS. *TR
2010-12-06
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-08-07
- Crash: 1
- VIN: 1FTSE34P45H
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: 2005 FORD E-350. CONSUMER STATES WHILE PULLING INTO A PARKING LOT AND APPLYING THE BRAKES, THE VAN'S BRAKES FAILED TO OPERATE CAUSING A COLLISION *TGW THE CONSUMER STATED THE VACUUM PUMP ATTACHED TO THE ENGINE FAILED. *JB THE CONSUMER STATED THE BRAKE, WAS A MAJOR COMPONENT THAT FAILED AND THERE WAS NO WARNING OF A FAILURE. UPDATE 01/13/14
2010-08-16
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-07-25
- VIN: 1FBSS31P25H
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: MY MECHANIC DESCRIBED AND CONFIRMED THE SYMPTOMS IN NHTSA #10022243, WHERE THE LINING OF THE FUEL TANK IS SEPARATING FROM THE TANK AND CLOGGING THE FUEL FILTER AND FUEL PUMP. THIS CAUSES LOSS OF POWER PRIMARILY ON THE FREEWAY. IT CONSISTENTLY GETS WORSE WHERE IT HAPPENS EVERY FEW MINUTES. THE REPAIRS OTHERS HAVE MADE HAVE BEEN TO GET A NEW TANK OR BOIL OUT AND RE-COAT THE DEFECTIVE TANK. I PLAN TO BOIL IT OUT AS THAT IS THE ONLY OPTION I CAN AFFORD. *TR
2010-04-05
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2006-01-04
- VIN: 1FDWE35P65H
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E350 DIESEL ENGINE. WHILE DRIVING AT UNKNOWN SPEEDS, THE CHECK ENGINE LIGHT ILLUMINATED ON THE WARNING PANEL AND THE VEHICLE STALLED. THE CONTACT STATED THAT THE FAILURE WOULD OCCUR INTERMITTENTLY AND THE VEHICLE HAD BEEN TAKEN TO THE DEALER SEVERAL TIMES. THE DEALER MADE REPAIRS TO THE FUEL TANK, FUEL PUMP, HIGH PRESSURE FUEL SENSOR PUMP AND THE OIL PRESSURE PUMP. IN ADDITION, THE FUEL INJECTOR WAS REPLACED FIVE TIMES IN AN ATTEMPT TO CORRECT THE STALLING FAILURE. ON A SEPARATE DATE, THE VACUUM PUMP WAS REPLACED AS WELL. THE MANUFACTURER STATED THAT THE FAILURE WAS DUE TO THE QUALITY OF GASOLINE THE CONTACT HAD CHOSEN TO PUT INTO THE VEHICLE. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 21,000 AND THE CURRENT MILEAGE WAS 143,000.
2010-03-15
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-02-20
- VIN: 1FDSS34P95H
- Components: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
- Summary: TL* THE CONTACT OWNS A 2005 FORD E350. THE CONTACT WAS DRIVING APPROXIMATELY 40 MPH ON NORMAL ROAD CONDITION. WHEN THE BRAKES WERE APPLIED THE VEHICLE BEGAN TO SHAKE. THE FAILURE OCCURRED WHENEVER THE VEHICLE WAS IN OPERATION. THE VEHICLE WAS TAKEN TO AN AUTHORIZED DEALER FOR INSPECTION. THE ROTORS WERE CRACKED AND THE BRAKE PADS WERE IN SATISFACTORY CONDITIONS. THE VEHICLE WAS REPAIRED FOR THE MALFUNCTION. THE FAILURE MILEAGE WAS 60,000.
2010-03-09
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2010-03-08
- VIN: 1FTSS34P65H
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: SILVER FLAKES IN FUEL FILTERS CAUSED BY KNOWN DELAMINATION OF FUEL TANK CAUSING FAILURE OF FUEL PUMP AND TRANSMISSION TROUBLE. FORD HAD KNOWN OF PROBLEM FOR OVER 4 YEARS AND HAS NOT MADE IT KNOW TO OWNERS OF THESE VEHICLES. REQUEST RECALL! *TR
2010-02-26
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL PROBLEM
- Date Of Incident: 2009-06-20
- VIN: 1FDWE35P35H
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
- Summary: SUDDEN FUEL LEAK FROM FUEL FILTER MOUNTING HOUSING RESULTING IN SIGNIFICANT DOWN TIME AND EXPENSE. *TR
2005 Ford E-350 recalls
The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) has issued 14 recalls for different components of the 2005 Ford E-350.
2011-11-08
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
- Summary: FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN REPLACEMENT FUEL TANKS THAT COULD BE INSTALLED INTO MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2008 E-150, E-250, AND E-350 VANS AND WAGONS. THE AFFECTED FUEL TANKS HAVE AN EXTRA OBDII SENSOR HOLE ON THE TOP OF THE TANK THAT MAY NOT BE PROPERLY SEALED AND MAY LEAK FUEL.
- Consequence: A FUEL LEAK IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE MAY RESULT IN A FIRE.
- Remedy: FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL REPLACE THE FUEL TANKS FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON NOVEMBER 28, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-800-232-5952.
2011-02-24
- Manufacturer: BRAUN CORPORATION
- Components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
- Summary: BRAUN IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2005 THROUGH 2011 PARATRANSIT VANS BUILT ON FORD E-350 CHASSIS FROM APRIL 27, 2005, THROUGH JULY 29, 2010, EQUIPPED WITH CARRIER GENV EM-1 EVAPORATOR UNITS (EM-1) MANUFACTURED FROM JANUARY 1, 2006 THROUGH DECEMBER 2010, CONTAINING A DELPHI PACK-CON III FUSE HOLDER IN AN ALLIED MOTION MOTOR ASSEMBLY; EM-1 UNIT PART NUMBERS 77-62112-XX AND 77-62512-XX, STARTING WITH SERIAL NUMBER KNT90890232 TO SERIAL NUMBER NNE91230058. DUE TO TIME, TEMPERATURE, AND/OR VIBRATION, THE FUSE MAY LOOSEN IN THE FUSE HOLDER RESULTING IN HIGH RESISTANCE AND ARCING.
- Consequence: IF SUFFICIENT ARCING OCCURS, THE FUSE HOLDER MAY MELT, AND MAY BE ACCOMPANIED BY FLAME, SMOKE AND POTENTIAL FIRE.
- Remedy: BRAUN WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND INSTRUCT THEM TO CONTACT EITHER CARRIER OR A BRAUN DEALER TO OBTAIN THE FREE REMEDY. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON MARCH 17, 2011. OWNERS MAY CONTACT CARRIER AT 1-800-793-4741 OR BRAUN AT 1-800-THE-LIFT (1-800-843-5438).
2009-08-03
- Manufacturer: QUALITY VANS
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: QUALITY VANS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2006 VANS EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.
- Consequence: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: QUALITY VANS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR QUALITY VANS AT 1-480-464-7007.
2009-08-03
- Manufacturer: QUALITY VANS
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: QUALITY VANS IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2004 THROUGH 2008 VANS MANUFACTURED BETWEEN AUGUST 2005 AND NOVEMBER 2007, EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER IN A CERTAIN SPOT WITHIN THE DEFINED THRESHOLD AREA.
- Consequence: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: QUALITY VANS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR QUALITY VANS AT 1-480-464-7007.
2009-07-29
- Manufacturer: THE CUSTOMIZERS INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: CUSTOMIZERS IS RECALLING 6 VANS EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS ON MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER IN A CERTAIN SPOT WITHIN THE DEFINED THRESHOLD AREA.
- Consequence: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: CUSTOMIZERS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFT FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000.
2009-07-15
- Manufacturer: FREEWHEEL MOBILITY
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: FREEWHEEL MOBILITY IS RECALLING 4 MY 2005 FORD E-350 AND MY 2006 FORD E-250 PASSENGER VANS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEM ACCESSIBLE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.
- Consequence: A LIFT OCCUPANT CAN BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT BEGIN TO STOW UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: FREEWHEEL MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000.
2009-07-14
- Manufacturer: FREEWHEEL MOBILITY
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: FREEWHEEL MOBILITY IS RECALLING 4 MY 2005 FORD E-350 AND MY 2006 FORD E-250 PASSENGER VANS EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS ON MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER IN A CERTAIN SPOT WITHIN THE DEFINED THRESHOLD AREA.
- Consequence: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: FREEWHEEL MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000.
2009-03-27
- Manufacturer: VAN CONVERSIONS OF LEHIGH VALLEY INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: VAN CONVERSIONS IS RECALLING 52 MY 2004-2007 FORD E-150, E-250 E-350 AND MY 2006 GM SAVANNA 3500 VANS BUILT ON FORD AND GM CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEM ACCESSIBLE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES," THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.
- Consequence: A LIFT OCCUPANT CAN BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT BEGIN TO STOW UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: VAN CONVERSIONS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR VAN CONVERSIONS AT 610-837-0707.
2009-03-27
- Manufacturer: VAN CONVERSIONS OF LEHIGH VALLEY INC.
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: VAN CONVERSIONS IS RECALLING 74 MY 2004-2007 FORD E-150, E-250 E-350 AND MY 2006 GM SAVANNA 3500 VANS BUILT ON FORD AND GM CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS IN MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER IN A CERTAIN SPOT WITHIN THE DEFINED THRESHOLD AREA.
- Consequence: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: VAN CONVERSIONS IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR VAN CONVERSIONS AT 610-837-0707.
2009-01-16
- Manufacturer: LEADER INDUSTRIES
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: LEADER INDUSTRIES IS RECALLING 14 MY 2005-2006 VANS BUILT ON FORD CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEM ACCESSIBLE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.
- Consequence: A LIFT OCCUPANT CAN BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT BEGIN TO STOW UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: LEADER INDUSTRIES IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR LEADER INDUSTRIES LEADER INDUSTRIES AT 626-575-0880.
2009-01-15
- Manufacturer: LEADER INDUSTRIES
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: LEADER INDUSTRIES IS RECALLING 14 MY 2005-2006 VANS BUILT ON FORD CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 404, "PLATFORM LIFT INSTALLATIONS ON MOTOR VEHICLES." THE THRESHOLD WARNING SYSTEM MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER IN A CERTAIN SPOT WITHIN THE DEFINED THRESHOLD AREA.
- Consequence: THE USER OF THE LIFT COULD BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT MOVE UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: LEADER INDUSTRIES IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E095). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR LEADER INDUSTRIES AT 626-575-0880.
2009-01-14
- Manufacturer: ONENESS MOBILITY SERVICES, LLC
- Components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
- Summary: ONENESS MOBILITY IS RECALLING 19 MY 1998, AND 2005-2006 E-350 VANS BUILT ON FORD CHASSIS AND EQUIPPED WITH RICON PLATFORM STYLE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS. THESE LIFTS FAIL TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NO. 403, "PLATFORM LIFT SYSTEM ACCESSIBLE FOR MOTOR VEHICLES." THE ANTI-STOW INTERLOCK MAY NOT DETECT THE PRESENCE OF A WHEELCHAIR OR MOBILITY AID USER. THE PRESSURE SENSING SWITCH THAT DETECTS THE PRESENCE OF WEIGHT ON THE PLATFORM WAS NOT ADJUSTED TO THE NECESSARY SENSITIVITY LEVEL. THE LIFT COULD STOW EVEN THOUGH SOMEONE OR SOMETHING IS STILL ON THE LIFT.
- Consequence: A LIFT OCCUPANT CAN BE INJURED SHOULD THE LIFT BEGIN TO STOW UNINTENTIONALLY.
- Remedy: ONENESS MOBILITY IS WORKING WITH RICON TO CORRECT THE WHEELCHAIR LIFTS FREE OF CHARGE (PLEASE SEE 07E097). OWNERS MAY CONTACT RICON AT 1-818-267-3000 OR ONENESS MOBILITY AT 1-818-267-3000.
2006-06-13
- Manufacturer: UFI FILTERS USA
- Components: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
- Summary: CERTAIN AFTERMARKET FUEL FILTERS SOLD UNDER THE PUROLATOR BRAND NAME, P/N F65277, SHIPPED FROM JANUARY 16 THROUGH JUNE 2, 2006, FOR USE ON THE ABOVE LISTED PASSENGER VEHICLES. DUE TO INCORRECT DESIGN, THE QUICK CONNECTORS MAY NOT FULLY SEAT WITH THE TUBE INTERFACE, EVEN THOUGH THE PERSON MAKING THE CONNECTION MAY BELIEVE THAT THE QUICK CONNECTOR IS FULLY ATTACHED.
- Consequence: FAILURE OF THIS CONNECTION COULD LEAD TO FUEL SPILLAGE AND, IN THE PRESENCE OF AN IGNITION SOURCE, A FIRE COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: UFI WILL NOTIFY OWNERS AND REPLACE THE FILTERS FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON AUGUST 4, 2006. OWNERS MAY CONTACT UFI FILTERS USA AT 800-230-5876.
2005-06-10
- Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
- Components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
- Summary: CERTAIN PICKUP TRUCKS, SPORT UTILITY VEHICLES AND VANS EQUIPPED WITH 6.0L DIESEL ENGINES MAY EXPERIENCE STALLING WITHOUT WARNING WHILE DRIVING AND MAY OR MAY NOT RESTART.
- Consequence: SHOULD THE ENGINE STALL, A VEHICLE CRASH COULD OCCUR.
- Remedy: DEALERS WILL UPGRADE THE FUEL INJECTION CONTROL MODULE (FICM) WIRE HARNESS OR REPLACED, AND/OR HAVE A NEW INJECTION CONTROL PRESSURE (ICP)) SENSOR CONNECTOR INSTALLED FREE OF CHARGE. THE RECALL BEGAN ON JULY 22, 2005. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD AT 1-800-392-3673.
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