The problem
In a collision, bolts may damage or pierce a fuel line, causing fuel spillage. Affected vehicles may not be capable of meeting the minimum fuel leakage requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard 301, "fuel system integrity".
The fix
The dealer will replace the existing 2.18 Inch bolts in the left front fender apron with one inch long bolts at no charge.
Contacts
Vehicle description: light trucks equipped with 6.9 Liter diesel engines.System: structure; fender apron attaching bolts.Consequences of defect: excessive length bolts have the potential to contactand damage the fuel line during vehicle impacts. Fuel leakage in the presenceof a source of ignition could result in a fire.
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 83V047000.
- 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.