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🔥 Fire riskNHTSA 04V445📅 Sep 16, 2004

2003–2004 Ford E-150 & 2003–2004 Ford E-250 + 3 more recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

On certain vans, the air filter element material process resulted in an air filter paper element that CAN smolder or burn. This change in filter paper composition combined with the configuration of the air induction system, may allow hot carbon particles to contact the air filter element during certain driving conditions that create hot particles.

💥 The risk

These hot particles may ignite the air filter element with the potential for air induction system damage or underhood fire.

🔧 The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the air filter element. The recall began september 27, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673. Also ford is extending the limited warranty (for a one time replacement) of the ABS module for a total of 10 years or 150,000 miles from the warranty start date, whichever occurs first. If your vehicle has already accumulated more than 150,000 miles, this coverage will last until september 30, 2005.

Is the fix free? Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)
NHTSA campaign
04V445000
Manufacturer recall #
04S23
Manufacturer
FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Vehicles affected
253,076
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner phone
1-800-392-3673
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Sep 27, 2004
Built
Apr 23, 2002 – Apr 30, 2004
Recall started by
MFR
Notes
Ford recall no. 04S23/customer satisfaction program 04N03. Customers CAN also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-DASH-2-DOT (1-888-327-4236).

Vehicles in this recall

Is your car affected? Recalls apply to specific VINs. Check my VIN

FAQ

Is the 04V445 recall repair free?

Yes. Safety recall repairs are free at any authorized dealer under federal law, including parts and labor. (Vehicles more than 15 years old when the recall was announced can be excluded, but most manufacturers still fix them.)

Which vehicles are included in recall 04V445?

2003–2004 Ford E-150 & 2003–2004 Ford E-250 + 3 more. 253,076 vehicles may be affected. Check your exact car with its 17-character VIN.

What should I do?

Check your VIN, then call any authorized Ford dealer to book the free repair or call the manufacturer at 1-800-392-3673.