Date: 23.08.2013
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling > Exhaust System > Manifold/header/muffler/tail Pipe
Manufacturer: Manning Equipment Inc. Llc
Description:
Manning equipment inc. llc (manning) is recalling certain model year 2012 ford f-350, f-450 and f-550 gasoline engined dual rear wheel chassis vehicles manufactured october 2011 through june 2012. the tailpipe on the exhaust system does not extend out beyond the edge of the body, allowing heat to build up in rear curbside storage compartment.
Consequencs:
Excessive heat build up in rear compartment could result in fire.
Notes:
Manning equipment has notified owners, and dealers will install tailpipe extensions free of charge. the recall has already begun. owners may contact manning equipment at 1-502-426-5210.
Date: 08.07.2014
Component: Engine And Engine Cooling > Engine > Gasoline
Manufacturer: J C Madigan, Inc.
Description:
J.c. madigan, inc. (j.c. madigan) is recalling one model year 2011 ford f-550, and one model year 2013 ford f-450 chassis with a 6.8l gasoline engine dump trucks equipped with certain pto assembly pressure switches, part number 30t37594, manufactured june 2009 through june 2013, used in power take off (pto) assemblies. the switch may begin leaking oil.
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:
J.c. madigan 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 in september 2014. owners may contact j.c. madigan customer service at 1-978-847-2900.
