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NHTSANHTSA · Vehicles·Recall number 15V371000

2014 Ford F-550 | 2015 Ford F-550 — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system

Published June 15, 2015 · Recall initiated: June 15, 2015

Summary

NHTSA records recall 15V371000, published June 15, 2015. Recalling firm: HME, Inc.; 2014 Ford F-550 | 2015 Ford F-550 — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system.

What's the hazard

HME, Inc. is recalling certain emergency vehicles manufactured January 1, 2014, to March 31, 2015 and built on a model year 2014-2015 Ford F-550 chassis. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.

What to do

HME will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2015. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-261-2636.

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Recall details

Brand
FORD
Model
F-550
Manufacturer
HME, Inc.
Lot
2014 FORD F-550 | 2015 FORD F-550
Risk classification
V
Country
US

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Questions about this recall

Was 2014 Ford F-550 | 2015 Ford F-550 — Engine and engine cooling: exhaust system recalled?

Yes. NHTSA published recall 15V371000 on June 15, 2015. Reported hazard: HME, Inc. is recalling certain emergency vehicles manufactured January 1, 2014, to March 31, 2015 and built on a model year 2014-2015 Ford F-550 chassis. The affected vehicles may detect an incorrect Exhaust Gas Temperature Sensor (EGT) fault indicating that the vehicle is too hot, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent its immediate restart.

What should I do if I have this product?

HME will notify owners, and dealers will update the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) software, free of charge. The recall began on July 7, 2015. Owners may contact HME customer service at 1-616-261-2636.

How do I know if my unit is part of the recall?

Compare your product details with the notice. Brand: FORD. Model: F-550.

View official NHTSA notice(opens on nhtsa.gov)