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2003 Medtec Ambulance recall: wiring

Medtec Ambulance Corporation reported this safety recall on October 15, 2004. It covers about 462 vehicles.

vehicles affected
462
reported
Oct 15, 2004

Electrical system: wiring

What is wrong
On certain ambulances, a diode in the anti-lock braking system (ABS) module may experience an electrical short.
Risk
The electrical short may cause an ABS malfunction that would illuminate the ABS warning light, or the module may overheat resulting in a burning odor, smoke, and/or fire. This condition may occur while the vehicle is being driven or unattended.
Remedy
Dealers will install a new fuse in the ABS circuit and install a heat shield over the ABS module. The recall is expected to begin on october 8, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673 or medtec at 1‑574‑534‑2631. 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.

Recall number 04V491000

Affected vehicles

Questions about recall 04V491000

Is there a recall on the 2003 Medtec Ambulance wiring?

Yes. Recall 04V491000, reported on October 15, 2004, covers about 462 vehicles.

What is the fix for recall 04V491000?

Dealers will install a new fuse in the ABS circuit and install a heat shield over the ABS module. The recall is expected to begin on october 8, 2004. Owners should contact ford at 1‑800‑392‑3673 or medtec at 1‑574‑534‑2631. 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 recall repair free?

Safety recall repairs are done free of charge at authorized dealers. A dealer can confirm with the VIN whether a specific vehicle is included and whether the repair has already been done.

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