The problem
The engine cooling fan blades may crack from vibrational motion. Blade fragments may separate without prior warning from a cracked blade while the vehicle is in operation.
The fix
The dealer will replace existing fan with a service fan of a new design, at no charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: trucks equipped with 361, 389 or 391 ft engines and at-540transmissions.System: engine; engine cooling fan blades.Consequences of defect: the blade fragments could damage engine components and,if the hood is open while the engine is running, the fragments could fly outand cause injury to persons in the vicinity.Note: the engine should not be operated with the hood open until the engine fanhas been replaced.
What to do
- Check your VIN. Enter it at nhtsa.gov/recalls - it shows whether this recall applies to your vehicle and whether the repair has been done.
- Call a dealer. Any authorized Ford dealer will do the repair free, whether or not you bought the vehicle there. Quote campaign 78V005000.
- Ask about parts and a loaner. If parts aren't available yet, ask what to do in the meantime.
- Keep your paperwork. If you paid for this repair before the recall, you may be able to get reimbursed - here's how.