Recall 14V-382: 2009–2013 Ford F-350 SD, 2009–2013 Ford F-450 SD and 1 more
SOMERSET WELDING & STEEL, INC. recall for equipment, reported to NHTSA on Jun 10, 2014, covering about 4 vehicles.
The problem
Somerset Welding & Steel, doing business as J&J Truck equipment (J&J), is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis with 6.8L gasoline engines modified by J&J to be equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
The risk
The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
The fix
Somerset will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began August 2014. Owner's may contact Somerset customer service at 1-800-777-2671.
Notes
Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
Recall details
| Manufacturer | SOMERSET WELDING & STEEL, INC. |
|---|---|
| Component | Equipment Engine and Engine Cooling › Engine › Gasoline |
| Recall started by | NHTSA (Office of Defects Investigation) |
| NHTSA campaign number | 14V382000 |
Vehicles in this recall
| Vehicle | Model years | |
|---|---|---|
| Ford F-350 SD | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | All years |
| Ford F-550 SD | 2009, 2010, 2011, 2012, 2013 | 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 14V-382?
Somerset Welding & Steel, doing business as J&J Truck equipment (J&J), is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis with 6.8L gasoline engines modified by J&J to be equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
How is recall 14V-382 fixed?
Somerset will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began August 2014. Owner's may contact Somerset customer service at 1-800-777-2671.
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.