NHTSA Recall 08V283000: Alternator/generator/regulator (electrical system)
WHEELED COACH INDUSTRIES reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 215 vehicles. It affects 3 models including the Ford F-350 Cutaway.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V283000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ELECTRICAL SYSTEM › ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR |
| Report received | June 27, 2008 |
| Owner notification | June 12, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Wheeled coach is recalling 215 my 2008 f-350, f-450, and f-550 rescue vehicles built on ford chassis and equipped with 6.4l diesel engines. It has been determined that the connection of the master switch yellow 16ga wire to the oem pto enable circuit disrupts the regeneration mode when the master switch is in the "on" position. The regeneration mode failure will eventually cause the 6.4l diesel engine to reduce power and enter in to a limp home mode.
Safety risk
The regeneration mode failure will cause the 6.4l diesel engine to reduce power increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Wheeled coach will mail out relay kits along with installation instructions. Customers can also take their vehicle to a service center to have the relay installed if they so desire. The recall began on june 12, 2008. Owners may contact wheeled coach at 1-800-932-7077.
Notes
Customers 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 http://www.safercar.gov.
Vehicles covered by recall 08V283000
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.