Recall 07V-553: 1997–2003 Ford E-Series, 1997–2003 Ford Excursion and 4 more
FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for engine and engine cooling, reported to NHTSA on Dec 5, 2007, covering about 1,176,000 vehicles.
The problem
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
The risk
In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on december 29, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Notes
Ford recall no. 07s57.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (Tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | FORD MOTOR COMPANY |
|---|---|
| Component | Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Diesel |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 07V553000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford E-Series | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Ford Excursion | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Ford F-250 SD | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Ford F-350 SD | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Ford F-450 SD | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
| Ford F-550 SD | 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003 | All years |
Not every vehicle of these model years is included. Enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls ↗ or ask a dealer.
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 07V-553?
On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle may function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.
How is recall 07V-553 fixed?
Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on december 29, 2007. Owners may contact ford at 1-866-436-7332.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at authorized dealers. Check whether your vehicle is included with its VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.