E 150 V8-4.6L SOHC VIN W (2004)
Electronic Brake Control Module: All Technical Service Bulletins
Recall 04V444000: ABS Module Fire Hazard
Make / Models : Model/Build Years:
Ford / E150 2003-2004
Ford / E250 2003-2004
Ford / E350 2003-2004
Ford / E450 2003-2004
Ford / E550 2003-2004
MANUFACTURER: Ford Motor Company
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 04V444000 Recall Date : SEP 09, 2004
COMPONENT: Electrical System: Wiring
Potential Number Of Units Affected : 214849
SUMMARY:
On certain vans, a diode in the anti-lock braking system (ABS) module may experience an electrical short.
CONSEQUENCE:
The electrical short may cause an ABS malfunction that would illuminate the ABS Warning light, or the module may overheat resulting in a burning
odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition may occur while the vehicle is being driven or unattended.
REMEDY:
Dealers will install a new fuse in the ABS circuit and install a heat shield over the ABS module. The recall is expected to begin on October 8, 2004.
Owners should contact Ford AT 1-800-392-3673. Also Ford is extending the limited warranty (for a one time replacement) of the ABS module for a total
of 10 years or 150,000 miles from the warranty start date, whichever occurs first. If your vehicle has already accumulated more than 150,000 miles, this
coverage will last until September 30, 2005.
NOTES:
Ford Recall NO. 04S22/Customer Satisfaction Program 04N03. Customers can also contact The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration
Safety Administration's Auto Safety Hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
