NHTSA Recall 08V428000: Diesel (engine and engine cooling)
FORD MOTOR COMPANY reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 2,811 vehicles. It affects 2 models including the Ford F-650 SD.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V428000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 08V02 |
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING › ENGINE › DIESEL |
| Report received | August 25, 2008 |
| Owner notification | September 5, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford is recalling 2,811 my 2008-2009 f-650 and f-750 trucks equipped with c7 or c9 caterpillar diesel engines. The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak.
Safety risk
Fuel leakage, in the presence of an ignition source, could result in a fire.
Remedy
Ford is working with caterpillar (please see 08e042). Caterpillar will replace the fuel pump plug free of charge. Owners may contact caterpillar at 1-800-447-4986, or ford at 1-800-343-5338 (fleet owners) or 1-866-906-9811 (motor home owners).
Notes
Ford recall no. 08v02.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 08V428000
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.