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💥 Crash riskNHTSA 08V523📅 Oct 8, 2008

2007–2008 Ford F-150 recall: engine

⚠️ What's wrong

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.

💥 The 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.

🔧 The fix

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.

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
08V523000
Manufacturer
ROUSH PERFORMANCE PRODUCTS, INC.
Vehicles affected
213
Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Owner phone
1-866-307-6788
NHTSA hotline
1-888-327-4236
Owner letters mailed
Oct 21, 2008
Recall started by
MFR
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 in this recall

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

FAQ

Is the 08V523 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 08V523?

2007–2008 Ford F-150. 213 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 1-866-307-6788.