1997 Ford F Super Duty recall: cables
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall on September 18, 1996. It covers about 5,500 vehicles.
- vehicles affected
- 5,500
- reported
- Sep 18, 1996
- owners notified
- Oct 11, 1996
- related complaints
- 2
Electrical system: 12v/24v/48v battery: cables
- What is wrong
- A plastic coated steel support strap for the battery cable was damaged when it was crimped onto the cable.
- Risk
- This damage can result in the battery cable developing a short to ground. A shorted battery cable can result in a vehicle fire.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the cable insulation and replace the support strap with a revised, uncrimped strap attached with tape. In addition, convolute will be added between the cable and the support strap. Damaged battery cables will be replaced.
Recall number 96V177000
Affected vehicles
- Ford F Super Duty 1997 1997
Owner complaints about the same problem
Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints about electrical problems.
Questions about recall 96V177000
Is there a recall on the 1997 Ford F Super Duty cables?
Yes. Recall 96V177000, reported on September 18, 1996, covers about 5,500 vehicles.
What is the fix for recall 96V177000?
Dealers will inspect the cable insulation and replace the support strap with a revised, uncrimped strap attached with tape. In addition, convolute will be added between the cable and the support strap. Damaged battery cables will be replaced.
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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