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FORD issued a recall on the F150 model
· Published by Transport Canada · Official notice
Details
Alert type: Recall
Category: Light Truck & Van
Department: Transport Canada
Notification type: Safety Industry
System: Engine
Units affected: 13,829
Products
| Model | Make | Model year(s) affected |
|---|---|---|
| F150 | FORD | 1997 |
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The issue
OPERATION AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS OVER EXTENDED INTERVALS DURING EXTREME COLD WEATHER CONDITIONS, MAY RESULT IN ICE FORMING IN THE THROTTLE BODY OF THE ENGINE. THIS COULD PREVENT THE THROTTLE FROM RETURNING TO THE IDLE POSITION AFTER THE ACCELERATOR PEDAL IS RELEASED OR THE SPEED CONTROL IS DEACTIVATED.CORRECTION: A FOAM INSULATING SLEEVE WILL BE INSTALLED ON THE LINE FROM THE PCV TO THE PCV HOSE FITTING ON THE THROTTLE BODY.