August 28, 2008
Ford Motor Company is recalling 2,811 heavy duty diesel trucks and motor homes equipped with Caterpiller engines. The trucks could be in danger of catching fire because fuel could spray from a defective fuel pump.
The recall involves the 2008 to 2009 F-650 SD and F-750 SD trucks.
"The fuel pump outlet check plug may be cracked which could cause fuel to spray and leak," the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration warned.
Ford will work with Caterpiller, the engine supplier, to remedy the defect. Caterpiller will replace the fuel pump at no charge.
Owners of the Ford trucks can contact Caterpiller at 1-800-447-4986 or Ford at 1-800-343-5338 (Fleet Owners) OR 1-866-906-9811 (Motor Home Owners).
