Recalls: Electrical System Examples
Fused, Unfused, Low Current, Breaker

1994-1996 Ford / Bronco 1994-1996
1997-2002FORD / EXPEDITION
1994-2002 Ford / F150
1994-1999 Ford / F250
2002 Lincoln / Blackwood
1998-2002 Lincoln / Navigator
Vehicle Speed Control
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number : 05V388000

Summary:
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control, the speed control deactivation switch may overheat, smoke, or burn.

Consequence:
A fire at the switch could occur.

Remedy:
By letter dated September 12, 2005, owners were instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected. Owners who have had their speed control deactivated are being notified that parts will be available and advised to make an appointment to reconnect the speed control beginning in February 2006. Owners who did not have their speed control deactivated are being notified to have their systems remedied beginning February 2006. Owners are urged to avail themselves of the free disconnect service as soon as possible because of the significant risk of fire. Owners may contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

2002-2006 International/ 7600, 7700, 8600
International Truck & Engine Corporation
Engine and engine cooling
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 05V567000

On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with Caterpillar diesel engines, the engine electrical ground cable that connects the engine block with the starter may be routed in a way that could cause chafing against the starters positive battery cables.
Consequence: If chafing occurs between the positive and negative cables, an electrical short may result and may cause a vehicle fire, possibly resulting in property damage, personal injury or death.

Remedy:
Dealers will inspect the engine ground cables for proper routing. If any chafing is found, the engine block ground cable will be replaced with a shorter (280 mm) cable and any other damaged cables will be replaced and routed correctly free of charge. The recall began on December 21, 2005. Owners may contact International at 1-800-448-7825.

2002-2004 Kia Sedona EX
Seats
NHTSA CAMPAIGN ID Number: 05V463000

Summary:
On certain passenger vehicles equipped with power seats, the wiring under the front seats could be misrouted, allowing contact with metal components.

Consequence:
This contact could eventually result in a short circuit condition that may result in a fire in the junction box area of the vehicle.

Remedy:
Dealers will inspect and re-route the wires under the power seats, if necessary, as well as install protective seaming welts around those wires to better insulate them. The recall is expected to begin during November 2005. Owners should contact Kia at 1-800-333-4542.

1987 Saab 900
Electrical System: Wiring Under Dash
NHTSA Campaign Number: 88V173000

Wiring harness may chafe against sharp edges under the dashboard and against a support under the rear seat (1988 models only).

This could cause a short circuit, the resulting heat buildup could cause smoke or a fire in the passenger compartment.

1985 Chevrolet Caprice
Electrical System: Battery cable
NHTSA Campaign Number: 85V153000

The positive battery cable may contact the upper control arm or exhaust manifold shield and eventually wear through the insulation and ground the cable. Consequence of defect: This could result in an underhood fire which could cause burn injuries to occupants.

1990 Chevrolet Celebrity
Interior Systems: Bench backrest
NHTSA Campaign Number: 92V124000

The power seat or recliner wiring harness can be pinched or can chafe on the seat frame or spring support rod, wearing through the wire insulation and causing an electrical short.

The high current caused by the electrical short welds the circuit breaker elements together in the closed position, leaving the circuit unprotected and generating sufficient heat to burn the wire insulation and ignite the seat cushion material.