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).