NHTSA Recall 08V523000: Engine and engine cooling
ROUSH PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC. reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 213 vehicles. It affects 2007–2008 Ford F-150.
| NHTSA campaign | 08V523000 |
|---|---|
| Component | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING |
| Report received | October 8, 2008 |
| Owner notification | October 21, 2008 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Roush is recalling 213 my 2007-2008 ford f-150 trucks altered to operate using liquid propane injection. The hydro-carbon paper affixed to the inside of the airbox lid with adhesive may become dislodged during operation.
Safety risk
This failure may result in a loss of performance, illumination of the malfunction indicator lamp (mil) and, in extreme cases, a stalling of the vehicle during operation without notice, which could result in a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the airbox lid with a new one that includes the hydro-carbon paper which has been affixed using an adhesive promoter and greater pressure as recommended by the manufacturer free of charge. The recall began on october 21, 2008. Owners may contact roush at 1-866-307-6788.
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 08V523000
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.