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Ford E-450 2003 Tires

Ford E-450 2003 Tires Review #10041695

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Sept 01, 2003.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with TIRES . i have a jayco motorhome on a ford e450 chassis, original. tires michelin 225/75 with load factor e. max load of the tires is 9880lbs, my actual rear axle weight 9270 (static and motorhome empty with no water, fuel tank 1/3 full) according to michelin that is asking for tire failure ( had 2 already) because the dynamic loads (going down the street, bumps - uphill - downhill- sideloads) will be over the tire limit. that's the reason the law requires pass, cars and light trucks to have a 16% reserve capacity; mine is down to about 2%. with full fuel and water tank, little bit of staff loaded for vacation or putting anything on the trailer hitch (boat or even loaded bike rack) i am overweight for the existing tires and max rear axle weight i know that is not an issue ford has to deal but jayco.but i would very much appreciate your expertise about what to do (is that motorhome a risk to drive , maybe unsafe?) is there any means to increase the max rear axle weight on that e450 chassis? any way i could put on a different tire size (enough room on the rim / wheel-well;that would increase the max tire load about 1000lbs - but is that legal and doable, especially. with the dual tires. i am looking forward to your answer *la.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S73H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in NAPLES, FL. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Ford E-450 2003 Structure

Ford E-450 2003 Structure Review #10129718

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2004.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with STRUCTURE . dt: consumer owned a c class motor home 30 feet long, e450 ford v10 2003, make of motor was forest river sun seeker. consumer was concerned with extreme heat build up in the passenger compartment next to the dog house, and also in the driver's compartment. the heat from the motor compartment was coming through the fire wall which seemed to be well insulated. however, the heat was still coming through , and causing great discomfort to occupants of vehicle. consumer had been driving vehicle for about 4 or 5 hours in october of 2004, when he attempted to place a compact disc in the cd player he found that the dashboard was so hot that it caused him to drop the disc. consumer was worried that touching dashboard would burn him or his wife. heat was so intense that the compact disc would warp if he placed it in the player. he has talked to ford motor company, and was given the name of quite ride solutions in stockton, california. this company made an after market product that will cool down the cab, the kit cost $300.00. plus shipping and instillation charges. quite ride solutions could be reached at 209-942-4777. consumer's wife refused to ride in cab of vehicle due to extreme heat, and he would like to have ford fix vehicle so that his wife would ride with him.*ak *tt.Mileage was 14000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S22H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in YUMA, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 22, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 10 CYLINDERS. Ford E-450 2003 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Ford E-450 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: RV PEDALER . DEALER'S CITY: YUMA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AZ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 85364 .

Ford E-450 2003 Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc.

Ford E-450 2003 Equipment Electrical Radio/tape Deck/cd Etc. Review #10129718

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Oct 01, 2004.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC. . dt: consumer owned a c class motor home 30 feet long, e450 ford v10 2003, make of motor was forest river sun seeker. consumer was concerned with extreme heat build up in the passenger compartment next to the dog house, and also in the driver's compartment. the heat from the motor compartment was coming through the fire wall which seemed to be well insulated. however, the heat was still coming through , and causing great discomfort to occupants of vehicle. consumer had been driving vehicle for about 4 or 5 hours in october of 2004, when he attempted to place a compact disc in the cd player he found that the dashboard was so hot that it caused him to drop the disc. consumer was worried that touching dashboard would burn him or his wife. heat was so intense that the compact disc would warp if he placed it in the player. he has talked to ford motor company, and was given the name of quite ride solutions in stockton, california. this company made an after market product that will cool down the cab, the kit cost $300.00. plus shipping and instillation charges. quite ride solutions could be reached at 209-942-4777. consumer's wife refused to ride in cab of vehicle due to extreme heat, and he would like to have ford fix vehicle so that his wife would ride with him.*ak *tt.Mileage was 14000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S22H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in YUMA, AZ. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Oct 22, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 10 CYLINDERS. Ford E-450 2003 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Ford E-450 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: RV PEDALER . DEALER'S CITY: YUMA . DEALER'S STATE CODE: AZ. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 85364 .

Ford E-450 2003 Tires

Ford E-450 2003 Tires Review #10192040

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on May 19, 2007.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with TIRES . tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford e450. the contact stated that all four of his michelin lt 225 75r/16 tires had large cracks in the sidewalls. the tire manufacturer stated that the cracks were due to normal wear and tear. the dot number was unknown. the current mileage is 41,000 and the failure mileage was unknown..0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S83H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in OAKVILLE, MO. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Jan 01, 2004. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 10 CYLINDERS. Ford E-450 2003 drive type:FWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Ford E-450 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. DEALER'S NAME: MB THOMAS RV .

Ford E-450 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

Ford E-450 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10203249

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Sept 17, 2007.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . ford e-450 speed control deactivation switch replacement. ford is out of parts and will not be available until after beginning of next year according to service department at local dealer. *jb.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S63H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in MOLINE, IL. Vehicle was purchased on Aug 03, 2007. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 10 CYLINDERS. Ford E-450 2003 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Ford E-450 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.

Ford E-450 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10207920

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Sept 20, 2007.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . ford safety recall 05s28 - i went to dealer and they deactivated cruise control but they did not have parts to repair - told they would be available nov - called today told national backorder most likely not till march 08 - why the long delay? *tr.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 34784 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S63H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in LAKELAND, FL. Vehicle was purchased on May 18, 2005. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 10 CYLINDERS. Ford E-450 2003 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Ford E-450 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10213387

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Sept 14, 2007.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford e450. the contact received a recall notice from ford for the vehicle speed control: cruise control. she attempted to have the deactivation switch disconnected; however, the dealer stated that she would have to pay for the service. a representative from ford informed her to pull out the fuse since she was unable to get to the location of where the switch could be deactivated. a mechanic strongly recommended that she not pull the fuse out because the vehicle could still catch fire. in december of 2007, ford stated that the parts for the recall repair would be unavailable until approximately march of 2008. there had been no failure to date. the current mileage is 7,402. updated 02/19/08. *lj.0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S23H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in SPOTSYLVANIA, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Apr 25, 2003. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 10 CYLINDERS. Ford E-450 2003 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Ford E-450 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph. DEALER'S NAME: MCGEORGE CAMPING CENTER . DEALER'S CITY: ASHLAND . DEALER'S STATE CODE: VA. DEALER'S ZIPCODE: 23005 .

Ford E-450 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control

Ford E-450 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Cruise Control Review #10223111

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Sept 03, 2007.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL . i received a recall notice (05s28) on sept. 2007 on the cruise control on our 2003 ford motor home. as of april 2, 2008 the dealer still does not have the part to fix the problem and they have no idea when they will be getting the parts. i do not feel this is a reasonable response time. this is the second recall for the same problem. we have had to take the motor home to them to disconnect the cruise control and really need to have this fixed. *tr.Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S13H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in CHESTERFIELD, VA. Original Owner. Vehicle was purchased on Nov 20, 2002. Vehicle was using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES.Vehicle was using Cruise Control.Vehicle had 10 CYLINDERS. Ford E-450 2003 drive type:RWD. FUEL SYSTEM:Fuel injection. FUEL TYPE: GAS. Ford E-450 2003 TRANSMISSION TYPE: AUTO.

Ford E-450 2003 Fuel System, Diesel Storage Tank Assembly

Ford E-450 2003 Fuel System, Diesel Storage Tank Assembly Review #10293071

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Nov 01, 2009.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY . tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford e-450 diesel box. when driving uphill the vehicle would hesitate and then stall. the dealer replaced the fuel filter, but the failure resurfaced. the vehicle was taken back to the dealer and the technician concluded that the fuel tank needed de-lamination. the vehicle was still awaiting repairs . the failure and current mileages were under 43,400. .Mileage was 43400 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45F43H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in EUREKA, CA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Wheels Lugs/nuts/bolts

Ford E-450 2003 Wheels Lugs/nuts/bolts Review #10312120

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2010.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS . 2003 ford e450 drivers side rear wheel came off while driving on the ohio turnpike. *kb the rim had wear marks where the lug nuts wore large holes, which caused the studs to snap off. ohio traffic crash report #10-0038-91 updated letter 04/29/10 *bf.Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in NORTH ROYALTON, OH. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Tires

Ford E-450 2003 Tires Review #10312120

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Jan 13, 2010.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with TIRES . 2003 ford e450 drivers side rear wheel came off while driving on the ohio turnpike. *kb the rim had wear marks where the lug nuts wore large holes, which caused the studs to snap off. ohio traffic crash report #10-0038-91 updated letter 04/29/10 *bf.Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in NORTH ROYALTON, OH. Accident was reported to Police. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 65 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Fuel System, Diesel

Ford E-450 2003 Fuel System, Diesel Review #10314532

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Oct 12, 2009.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL . follow this link: http://stevewiencek.smugmug.com/photography/ford-fuel-tank/10976330_wp42t#774715040_3ceqc for a description of what i and others have experienced with this fuel tank. it is unsafe, defective and should be recalled. 1) loss of power 2) occurred every 100 miles or less 3) cost was over $5000 to replace the fuel tank fuel lines and fuel injectors. *tr.Mileage was 113020 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45F93H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in BROOKHAVEN, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 60 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic

Ford E-450 2003 Service Brakes, Hydraulic Review #10323741

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2010.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC . tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford e450. while driving at approximate speeds of 45 mph using the cruise control in rainy weather, the vehicle began jerking. the contact stated that there was also a burning smell coming from the vehicle. he was able to move the vehicle off of the road and when he attempted to unlock the doors, the passengers side door would not unlock. in addition, the brake retarder was inoperable. he was able to restart the vehicle. initially, the vehicle would not change gears but did so within a few minutes. the contact believed that nhtsa campaign id number 07v336000 was directly related to the failure he experienced. the vehicle had not been repaired nor had the manufacturer been contacted. the failure and current mileages were 238,000. .Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 238000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45F13H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in 19338 NE 200 ST, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Vehicle Speed Control

Ford E-450 2003 Vehicle Speed Control Review #10323741

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2010.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL . tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford e450. while driving at approximate speeds of 45 mph using the cruise control in rainy weather, the vehicle began jerking. the contact stated that there was also a burning smell coming from the vehicle. he was able to move the vehicle off of the road and when he attempted to unlock the doors, the passengers side door would not unlock. in addition, the brake retarder was inoperable. he was able to restart the vehicle. initially, the vehicle would not change gears but did so within a few minutes. the contact believed that nhtsa campaign id number 07v336000 was directly related to the failure he experienced. the vehicle had not been repaired nor had the manufacturer been contacted. the failure and current mileages were 238,000. .Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 238000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45F13H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in 19338 NE 200 ST, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Latches/locks/linkages

Ford E-450 2003 Latches/locks/linkages Review #10323741

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Apr 02, 2010.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES . tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford e450. while driving at approximate speeds of 45 mph using the cruise control in rainy weather, the vehicle began jerking. the contact stated that there was also a burning smell coming from the vehicle. he was able to move the vehicle off of the road and when he attempted to unlock the doors, the passengers side door would not unlock. in addition, the brake retarder was inoperable. he was able to restart the vehicle. initially, the vehicle would not change gears but did so within a few minutes. the contact believed that nhtsa campaign id number 07v336000 was directly related to the failure he experienced. the vehicle had not been repaired nor had the manufacturer been contacted. the failure and current mileages were 238,000. .Vehicle was on fire. Mileage was 238000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45F13H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in 19338 NE 200 ST, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 45 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly

Ford E-450 2003 Fuel System, Gasoline Storage Tank Assembly Review #10351677

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 18, 2008.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY . tl*the contact owns a 2003 ford e450. the contact stated the vehicle would exhibit numerous issues when driving such as running rough, stalling, hesitation, failure to restart and failure to initially start. the vehicle was taken to a local repair facility where he was advised to have the vehicle inspected by an authorized dealer. the dealer informed the contact that the fuel tank would need replacing. the contact stated that the fuel tank was previously replaced. the vehicle was left with the dealer where the contact was awaiting repairs. the manufacturer would offer no assistance. the vin was not available. the failure mileage was approximately 20,000 and the current mileage was approximately 40,000..Mileage was 20000 miles. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in WHEATLEY HEIGHTS, NY. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control.

Ford E-450 2003 Visibility

Ford E-450 2003 Visibility Review #10411767

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on July 09, 2011.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with VISIBILITY . velvac foldable rv mirror fell completely off of its mounting. this failure occured on both sides off the rv at nearly the same time. fortunately the rv was parked at the time and not on the road. the failure occurred in a retaining ring groove with the retaining ring cutting through the groove on the mirror spindle. this failure occurred without any prior warning. the vehicle was a 2003 lazy daze rv. i do have some of the parts, but the spindle was repaired so i can use the rv. *tt.Mileage was 40000 miles. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in AUBURN, WA. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 0 mph.

Ford E-450 2003 Suspension Rear Axle Spindle

Ford E-450 2003 Suspension Rear Axle Spindle Review #10469547

FORD E-450 2003 car safety problem was reported on Aug 15, 2008.FORD E-450 2003, manufactured by FORD MOTOR COMPANY had a problem with SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:SPINDLE . tl* the contact owns a 2003 ford e-450. while driving approximately 35 mph the contact noticed smoke emitting from under the vehicle on the rear passenger side. the contact was able to maintain control of the vehicle and merge to the shoulder. the vehicle was towed to an independent mechanic who stated that the spindle had melted and the shaft assembly needed to be replaced. the second time the failure recurred, flames were emitted from under the vehicle. the fire department reported to the scene and a report was filed. the vehicle was towed to the independent mechanic who stated that the spindle had caught on fire and needed to be repaired along with the shaft assembly, tire and brakes. after the repairs, the contact noticed smoke a third time. the vehicle was not further repaired for the most recent failure. repaired. the approximate failure mileage was 20,000. .Vehicle was on fire. 0 person(s) were injured. 0 person(s) died.Mileage was 20000 miles. Vehicle Identification Number (VIN):1FDXE45S43H. Ford E-450 2003 problem was reported in ROCKPORT, ME. Vehicle was not using ANTI-LOCK BRAKES. Vehicle was not using Cruise Control. VEHICLE SPEED: 35 mph.

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Fuel System, Diesel 1 Review(s)

Fuel System, Diesel Storage Tank Assembly 1 Review(s)

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Latches/locks/linkages 1 Review(s)

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Structure 1 Review(s)

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Wheels Lugs/nuts/bolts 1 Review(s)