NHTSA Recall 04V327000: 12v/24v/48v battery (electrical system)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 83,687 vehicles. It affects 5 models including the Ford Excursion.
| NHTSA campaign | 04V327000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 04S15 |
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › 12V/24V/48V BATTERY |
| Report received | July 7, 2004 |
| Owner notification | July 22, 2004 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with 6.0l diesel engines, the engine ground stud that attaches the negative battery terminal eyelet to the engine block may be loose.
Safety risk
If the ground wire is loose, electrical current may flow to the radio suppression strap causing it to heat and potentially melt or ignite adjacent components which could result in a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the engine ground stud and the radio suppression strap and adjacent components will be inspected for damage and replaced, if necessary. The recall began on july 23, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Notes
Ford recall no. 04s15.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).
Vehicles covered by recall 04V327000
| Make and model | Model years |
|---|---|
| Ford Excursion | 2003 |
| Ford F-250 | 2003 |
| Ford F-350 | 2003 |
| Ford F-450 SD | 2003 |
| Ford F-550 SD | 2003 |
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.