Ford has recalled over 1.2 million diesel powered vehicles after discovering a software problem that may cause engines to stall. Letters will be sent to all owners in December 2007 to all owners for a free replacement of parts.
Fast Facts:
- Vehicles affected: 1997 to 2003 all F-series Super Duty diesel trucks, all E-series diesel vans and Excursion SUV’s with 7.3 liter diesel engines
Ford Recall News
- Google News: Ford Recall
- Reuters: Ford Recalls 1.2 Million Trucks for Engine Flaw (December 6, 2007)
- "In a notice posted with the National Highway Transportation Safety Administration, the No. 2 U.S. automaker said vehicles equipped with a 7.3-liter diesel engine could stall without warning, causing a crash."
- The Associated Press: Ford in Engine Stall Recall (December 6, 2007)
- "The recalled vehicles are all from the 1997-2003 model years with 7.3 liter diesel engines, including the Ford E-Series van, Excursion full-size sport utility vehicle, and F-450 Super Duty and F-550 Super Duty trucks."
- Trans World News: Ford Recall Totals 1.2 Million Trucks (December 6, 2007)
- Marketwatch: Ford to Recall 1.2 Million Trucks and SUVs (December 6, 2007)
- Business First: Ford Recalls Louisville-Made Trucks, Suv (December 6, 2007)