Recall 11V-128: 2011 Ford Edge, 2011 Ford F-150 and 5 more

FORD MOTOR COMPANY recall for electrical system, reported to NHTSA on Feb 24, 2011, covering about 8,022 vehicles.

NHTSA number
11V-128
Report date
Feb 24, 2011
Vehicles affected
8,022
Owners notified
Mar 7, 2011

The problem

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ford f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450, f-550, edge, and lincoln mkx trucks manufactured from october 25, 2010, through november 20, 2010. These vehicles were inspected using integrated diagnostic system (Ids) that had a custom software routine to read the suspect body control module (Bcm) serial number. Based on the serial number the BCM was either not affected or replaced. The custom software routine was not reading the correct set of characters, and was not able to identify a BCM that required replacement affected bcms may have the potential for an internal short.

The risk

If an electrical short develops, an overheating condition may occur which could result in a vehicle fire.

The fix

Dealer will inspect the body control module and if necessary replace it free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center at 1-866-436-7332.

Notes

Ford safety recall no. 10s14.owners 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 <a href=http://www.safercar.gov>http://www.safercar.gov</a> .

Recall details

ManufacturerFORD MOTOR COMPANY
ComponentElectrical System › Software
Recall started bythe manufacturer
NHTSA campaign number11V128000

Vehicles in this recall

VehicleModel years
Ford Edge2011All years
Ford F-1502011All years
Ford F-2502011All years
Ford F-3502011All years
Ford F-450 SD2011All years
Ford F-550 SD2011All years
Lincoln MKX2011All 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 11V-128?

Ford is recalling certain model year 2011 ford f-150, f-250, f-350, f-450, f-550, edge, and lincoln mkx trucks manufactured from october 25, 2010, through november 20, 2010. These vehicles were inspected using integrated diagnostic system (Ids) that had a custom software routine to read the suspect body control module (Bcm) serial number. Based on the serial number the BCM was either not affected or replaced. The custom software routine was not reading the correct set of characters, and was not able to identify a BCM that required replacement affected bcms may have the potential for an internal short.

How is recall 11V-128 fixed?

Dealer will inspect the body control module and if necessary replace it free of charge. The safety recall began on march 7, 2011. Owners may contact ford motor company customer relationship center 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.