DETROIT, MI. (Pain In The Pass) >> Ford Motor is recalling 295,449 diesel-engine trucks because a defective fuel pump could cause a loss of power, raising the risk of a crash, the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration said on Tuesday.
“Biodiesel deposits may form on the pump drivetrain roller components, which could lead to failure of the high pressure fuel pump,” the NHTSA stated.
Drivers whose vehicles are affected by the faulty fuel pump may experience “extended crank while starting, a Check Engine Light, noise and reduced engine power,” recall documents show.
As of Tuesday, Ford was not aware of any reports of accidents, injuries or fires linked to the fuel pump problem.
The recall applies to the following truck models:
- 2020-2022 Ford Super Duty F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600
- 2021-2022 Ford F-650, F-750
Ford dealers will update the powertrain control module software free of charge, according to the automaker. Notification letters are expected to be mailed to owners of affected vehicles on Jan. 13, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332; Ford’s number for this recall is 24S78.
Although manufacturers can make every effort to notify affected customers about recalls, it’s not always possible. So, if you want to check if your car has an active recall, sometimes you need to do it yourself. Checking for a new or old recalls on your vehicle is easier than you think. Enter your vehicles VIN number at NHTSA Recall Site or checktoprotect.org to see if your vehicle has a open recall.
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