The 2014 Ford F-450 SD has 3 recalls, the most serious involving a PTO pressure switch that can leak oil onto the exhaust system, where heat from the exhaust can ignite the soaked insulation and start a fire.
On the suspension side, certain vehicles modified by Life Line Emergency Vehicles and fitted with Liquid Spring aftermarket suspension kits have a mounting bracket that can crack and release the suspension fluid tank from the frame, dropping it onto the road and creating a hazard for following traffic. Vehicles with ambulance or fire engine preparation packages face a separate powertrain concern: a fault in the transmission control module can cause the engine to shut down unexpectedly, requiring a cool-down period before the vehicle can be restarted, which can delay emergency response when time is critical.
At a glance
What can fail
The exhaust gas temperature sensor may report a false overheating condition, causing the engine management system to shut down the engine and prevent immediate restart.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the engine control software at no cost to fix the sensor communication issue.
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Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The mounting bracket that holds the suspension fluid tank to the frame can fail, causing the tank to separate from the vehicle.
What the fix does
The fix is still being developed. Contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317 for updates.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The Muncie PTO pressure switch may be defective. This unused switch was installed in a location that could cause failure.
What the fix does
A new pressure switch kit will be installed that relocates the switch away from the exhaust system.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
