V-10 engine replacement program
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V-10 engine replacement program
I'm sure this is probably old news to most of you, but if a new comer is having problems, the clock is ticking.
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23 July 03
Robert Lane
After discovering defective 6.8L V10 engine parts at the factory, Ford told dealers not to sell or deliver certain vehicles until their VIN numbers are checked to make certain they do not contain defective engines. Ford also told dealers to replace the defective engines before selling the vehicle to consumers.
According to a Ford memo, some vehicles with defective engines may have already been sold to consumers unknowingly.
The 6.8L V10 engines in question were installed in vehicles made from 03 March 2003 through 22 April 2003. Ford will replace the engines free until 31 May 2004.
The defective engines have an improper finish on the crankshafts front and rear thrust wall surfaces. This will cause the engine to experience a drive belt misalignment and a belt squeal, low end engine noise due to excessive crank endplay and seized or spun crankshaft bearings.
This is considered a "silent recall" where upon Ford may NOT notify owners of this condition. Owners should contact Pat Hoye (313) 248-8336 at Ford World Headquarters or click here for a Ford executive assigned to your area.
Owners are advised to have their vehicles inspected before the warranty period expires.
It's your money - demand a better product and Ford will listen. CHALLENGE: Should Ford Motor Company dispute this report - either someone from BlueOvalNews or FlatRateTech will be more than happy to engage in a three way telephone conference. Updates at BlueOvalNews.com
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23 July 03
Robert Lane
After discovering defective 6.8L V10 engine parts at the factory, Ford told dealers not to sell or deliver certain vehicles until their VIN numbers are checked to make certain they do not contain defective engines. Ford also told dealers to replace the defective engines before selling the vehicle to consumers.
According to a Ford memo, some vehicles with defective engines may have already been sold to consumers unknowingly.
The 6.8L V10 engines in question were installed in vehicles made from 03 March 2003 through 22 April 2003. Ford will replace the engines free until 31 May 2004.
The defective engines have an improper finish on the crankshafts front and rear thrust wall surfaces. This will cause the engine to experience a drive belt misalignment and a belt squeal, low end engine noise due to excessive crank endplay and seized or spun crankshaft bearings.
This is considered a "silent recall" where upon Ford may NOT notify owners of this condition. Owners should contact Pat Hoye (313) 248-8336 at Ford World Headquarters or click here for a Ford executive assigned to your area.
Owners are advised to have their vehicles inspected before the warranty period expires.
It's your money - demand a better product and Ford will listen. CHALLENGE: Should Ford Motor Company dispute this report - either someone from BlueOvalNews or FlatRateTech will be more than happy to engage in a three way telephone conference. Updates at BlueOvalNews.com
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Thanks Robert, I verified this with a couple of local dealers here in the tampa area, all but one stepped up to the plate to admit this WAS a incedent. Although there were not many complaints regarding this problem they were dealing with it on a case by case basis.......squeakey wheel gets the grease. I cant believe this is the first time Ive heard of this problem on this site. I apoligize if It has been discussed prior, but I dont check everyday or every week for that matter. Sometimes it seems like many of the postings and mediators are on the upside and less on the downside. Many posts on performance and gas mileage but alot of times if a person has a concern or complaint its simply responded to as ( many posts on this subject, do a search ) every manufacturer has its issues. BTW this is my first Ford product and I havent had any complaints, I absoultly love my new f-250. It sure dosent have a good turning radius but popping over a few curbs from time to time is worth having this sweet ride!
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All,
I'm grateful for the post as I was unaware of the problem... I checked my build date and I AM affected by this. I'm not showing symptoms (yet), but if it ever did manifest itself I'd never be able to afford a new engine... Gad zooks! I just bought the truck! I called Ford corporate, they told me this doesn't exist. Guys, what's my next step?!? I have 33K on the clock AND 31MAY is "real soon now". Should I approach my local dealer and politely ask for help?
DadVan
I'm grateful for the post as I was unaware of the problem... I checked my build date and I AM affected by this. I'm not showing symptoms (yet), but if it ever did manifest itself I'd never be able to afford a new engine... Gad zooks! I just bought the truck! I called Ford corporate, they told me this doesn't exist. Guys, what's my next step?!? I have 33K on the clock AND 31MAY is "real soon now". Should I approach my local dealer and politely ask for help?
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All,
I'm grateful for the post as I was unaware of the problem... I checked my build date and I AM affected by this. I'm not showing symptoms (yet), but if it ever did manifest itself I'd never be able to afford a new engine... Gad zooks! I just bought the truck! I called Ford corporate, they told me this doesn't exist. Guys, what's my next step?!? I have 33K on the clock AND 31MAY is "real soon now". Should I approach my local dealer and politely ask for help?
DadVan
I'm grateful for the post as I was unaware of the problem... I checked my build date and I AM affected by this. I'm not showing symptoms (yet), but if it ever did manifest itself I'd never be able to afford a new engine... Gad zooks! I just bought the truck! I called Ford corporate, they told me this doesn't exist. Guys, what's my next step?!? I have 33K on the clock AND 31MAY is "real soon now". Should I approach my local dealer and politely ask for help?
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I saw this last year as well, I still do not understand how Ford can say they will only replace this up to a date. OK not many are affected but a defect is a defect so state laws are on your side here.
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hang10 et al,
I bought mine used from a fleet, so I still have the concern. It was purchased new APR2003 by Capp Rental in Dallas, TX. They owned it until JAN of this year when I bought it through a broker, also in Dallas. I've got one "problem" with the van (the driver side window squeaks just a little when you roll it down...) that I'll have dealt with under warranty, I'll just use that lousy excuse to take the van into my favorite Ford dealer and ask them to check the engine at the same time. Doesn't seem to be much else I can do at this point? I love this van, I just don't want a catastrophic failure when I'm tooling down the road with the wife and kids...
DadVan
I bought mine used from a fleet, so I still have the concern. It was purchased new APR2003 by Capp Rental in Dallas, TX. They owned it until JAN of this year when I bought it through a broker, also in Dallas. I've got one "problem" with the van (the driver side window squeaks just a little when you roll it down...) that I'll have dealt with under warranty, I'll just use that lousy excuse to take the van into my favorite Ford dealer and ask them to check the engine at the same time. Doesn't seem to be much else I can do at this point? I love this van, I just don't want a catastrophic failure when I'm tooling down the road with the wife and kids...
DadVan
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