Date: 30.01.2015
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling > Engine
Manufacturer: All Wheel Drive Equipment Mfg., Inc.
Description:
All wheel drive equipment mfg., inc. (all wheel) is recalling one model year 2011 ford f-550 truck with a 6.8l gasoline engine manufactured may 14, 2010, to may 28, 2010. the affected vehicle is equipped with a pto assembly pressure switch, part number fr67, used with power take off (pto) assemblies for ford f-550 chassis. the pto switch may leak oil onto the thermal blanket.
Consequencs:
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.
Notes:
All wheel has notified the owner and will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. owners may contact all wheel customer service at 1-800-311-4778.
