1998 FORD AEROMAX
2 recalls, 3 complaints - 39 TSBs
00V335000 Oct 19, 2000
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: MEDIUM DUTY TANDEM REAR AXLE TRUCKS WITH ABS. THESE VEHICLES FAIL TO COMPLY WITH FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS." THE AIR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS PLUMBED SO THAT COMPLETE AIR RESERVOIR ISOLATION WAS NOT PROVIDED. SOME VEHICLES WERE BUILT WITH AN AIR LINE FROM THE SYSTEM ECU REL... Read more
Consequence
A LEAKAGE OR FAILURE CAN CAUSE A PRESSURE LOSS IN THE SECONDARY TANK RESULTING IN THE DRAINING OF THE PRIMARY TANK ALSO, AND THUS A COMPLETE LOSS OF VEHICLE SYSTEM AIR PRESSURE, DIMINISHING BRAKE EFFECTIVENESS, AND INCREASING THE RISK OF A CRASH.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL INSPECT THE VEHICLE TO DETERMINE WHETHER THE VEHICLE HAS THE INCORRECTLY ROUTED AIR LINE. THOSE WITH THE CONDITION WILL BE CORRECTLY PLUMBED AND THE AIR BRAKE SYSTEM TESTED TO VERIFY PROPER RESERVOIR ISOLATION.
99V050000 Mar 15, 1999
SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
Defect Description
VEHICLE DESCRIPTION: HEAVY DUTY TRUCKS EQUIPPED WITH OPTIONAL WABCO AIR DRYER. THE AIR BRAKE SYSTEM WAS PLUMBED SO THAT THE SYSTEMS DID NOT PROVIDE AIR RESERVOIR ISOLATION. THIS DOES NOT COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FMVSS NO. 121, "AIR BRAKE SYSTEMS."
Consequence
THE AIR BRAKE RESERVOIR PRESSURE COULD BE DEPLETED, ACTIVATING THE EMERGENCY SPRING BRAKE. WITH THE EMERGENCY SPRING BRAKE DEPLOYED, THE VEHICLE WOULD STOP AND COULD NOT BE MOVED UNTIL THE BRAKE AIR SYSTEM WAS REPAIRED.
Remedy
DEALERS WILL REPAIR THE AIR LINE PLUMBING TO INSTALL A CHECK VALVE.
Complaint Statistics
3 total complaints
Top Reported Components
| Component | Complaints |
|---|---|
| SEATS | 2 |
| EXTERIOR LIGHTING | 1 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Apr 26, 2000
CLEARANCE LIGHT FELL OFF TWICE ONTO WINDSHIELD. NLM
SEATS
Jan 31, 2000
SWIVEL SEATS HAVE BROKEN WHILE DRIVING. NLM
SEATS
Jan 31, 2000
RELEASE CABLE HOUSING SEPARATES FROM END WHEN SEAT IS MOVED COMPLETELY FORWARD. NLM
Technical Service Bulletins, 1998 FORD AEROMAX
39 manufacturer communications from 39 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.
Most Affected Components
| Component | Bulletins |
|---|---|
| 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE | 4 |
| 980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER | 4 |
| 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM | 4 |
| 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN | 3 |
| 062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY | 2 |
| 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | 2 |
| 190000 TIRES | 2 |
| 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE | 2 |
99196
Sep 20, 1999
357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
INFORMATION ON IDENTIFYING NON-APPROVED / ALTERNATE REFRIGERANTS WHICH COULD CAUSE SAFETY, AND PERFORMANCE CONCERNS IF INSTALLED IN FORD A/C SYSTEMS. *TT
991210
Jun 14, 1999
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A PRIVATE LABELED MATERIAL TO BE USED FOR IRON PARTICLE / ACID RAIN SERVICE REPAIRS. *TT
9944
Mar 8, 1999
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
PROCEDURES ON REPAIRING BROKEN RADIATOR COOLANT SUPPLY TANK VENT HOSE NIPPLES. *TT
982520
Dec 21, 1998
063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH FRAME-MOUNTED VERTICAL MUFFLER SUPPORTS MAY EXHIBIT A CRACK ALONG THE PIPE BEND. *YC
98257
Dec 21, 1998
061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
CONCERNS WITH THE FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE BELT ( FEAD )-FEAD BELT MAY WEAR AND/OR COME OFF. *YC
98246
Dec 7, 1998
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
FORD MOTOR COMPANY HAS RELEASED A NEW ELECTRICAL GREASE ( F8AZ - 19G208-AA ) TO REDUCE THE POSSIBILITY OF MOISTURE CORROSION AT THE TERMINALS. *YC
98243
Dec 7, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
CONCERNS REGARDING THE INSTRUMENT PANEL PLATE CRACKS AT PARKING BRAKE VALVE. *YC
982322
Nov 23, 1998
036400 SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:ABS WARNING LIGHT
ILLUMINATION OF THE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE LAMP MAY OCCUR AND/ OR THERE MAY BE FALSE ANTI-LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) MESSAGES ON THE OPTIONAL MESSAGE CENTER ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC
98237
Nov 23, 1998
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES EXPERIENCE HEATER SUPPLY TUBES THAT MAY CRACK AND/ OR LEAK COOLANT. *YC
982116
Nov 1, 1998
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
THE LOWER RADITTOR HOSE IS BEING PULLED OFF AT THE ENGINE WATER PUMP ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC
982115
Nov 1, 1998
106000 POWER TRAIN:AXLE ASSEMBLY
A NEW SERVICE PARTS RELEASED. *YC
982118
Nov 1, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
A NOISE HEARD DURING DRIVELINE TORQUE.
98202
Oct 12, 1998
133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
THE POWER DISTRIBUTION BOX COVER IS NOW AVAILABLE. *YC
98201
Oct 12, 1998
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
INTERMITTENT ELECTRICAL ISSUES, SUCH AS DASH LIGHTS FLASHING WHEN THE TURN SIGNAL IS ACTIVATED MAY OCCUR ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC
982014
Oct 12, 1998
350000 EQUIPMENT
INFORMATION REGARDING PTO EQUIPMENT ATTACHING SERVICE TIPS. *YC
982020
Oct 12, 1998
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
CONDITIONS WITH THE TURN SIGNAL HANDLE MAY BECOME LOOSE / BROKEN ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC
982022
Oct 12, 1998
112000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ALTERNATOR/GENERATOR/REGULATOR
DELCO-REMY HAS MADE AVAILABLE A REVISED GENERATOR FOR SERVICE. *YC
982023
Oct 12, 1998
162000 STRUCTURE:BODY
HINGES AND HINGE SPRINGS ARE NOW AVAILABLE FOR SERVICE FOR THE OPTIONAL READY LINE ACCESS DOOR, BUTTERFLY DOORS OR TRANSVERSE ACCESS DOORS. *YC
98162
Aug 17, 1998
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
HARD TO MOVE THE HOOD UP AND DOWN.*AK
98157
Aug 3, 1998
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FRONT ENGINE COVER CRACKS. YD
11755
Aug 1, 1998
062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
SOME VEHICLES WITH THE CATERPILLAR 3306 ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT THE LOWER RADIATOR HOSE BEING DISCONNECTED FROM THE ENGINE WATER PUMP OUTLET. *TT
9852
Apr 13, 1998
190000 TIRES
INFORMATION ON TIRE COMPANY TELEPHONE NUMBERS FOR CUSTOMER ASSISTANCE. *YC
98711
Apr 13, 1998
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
INFORMATION ON AVAILABILITY OF REVISED COOLANT LEVEL SENSOR. *YC
9811468
Apr 1, 1998
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
SOME MODELS WITH CAT C10/C12 ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT CRACKS IN THE ENGINE FRONT COVER, NEAR THE FAN HUB PULLEY SUPPORT MOUNTING CONTAC STUDS. *TT
98518
Mar 16, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
THE OIL LEVEL INDICATOR MAY BE DIFFICULT TO INSTALL AND/OR WHEN INSTALLED MAY CONTACT THE CRAKSHAFT ON SOME VEHICLES. *YC
98517
Mar 16, 1998
061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
SOME VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT A LACK OF POWER AND/OR A WHISTLING NOISE. *TT
98425
Mar 2, 1998
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
DIAGNOSTIC INFORMATIN AND WIRING SCHEMATICS FOR BOTH THE HORTON AND KYSOR ENGINE COOLING FAN CLUTCHES. *YC
98424
Mar 2, 1998
190000 TIRES
CONDITION WITH TIRES BEING LOWER THAN EXPECTED TIRE LIFE. *YC
983295
Feb 5, 1998
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
INFORMATION ON THE HEAVY TRUCK TECHNICAL ASSISTANCE HOTLINE. *TT
9811333
Feb 2, 1998
162800 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD
ENGINEERING IS INVESTIGATING CONDITIONS ON THE HOOD SPRING CONTACTING THE HOOD CAUSING DAMAGE TO THE HOOD AND / OR INSULATION. *TT
970902971813
Sep 2, 1997
132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
UNDER CERTAIN CONDITIONS, ROAD SPLASH AND SPRAY MAY BUILD UP ON THE CAB SIDE WINDOWS. *YC
970902971814
Sep 2, 1997
040000 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR
SERVICE TIPS ON AIR BRAKE GOVERNOR OPERTIONAL SPECIFICATIONS. *YC
970902971815
Sep 2, 1997
062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
SOME VEHICLES FAN CLUTCH MAY CYCLE ON WHEN ELECTRICAL ACCESSORIES, SUCH AS TURN SIGNALS, HEADLAMPS, ETC. ARE ACTIVATED. *YC
970902971816
Sep 2, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
THE FRONT END ACCESSORY DRIVE (FEAD) BELT MAY WEAR AND/OR COME OFF ON SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A DETROIT DIESEL ENGINE AND AIR CONDITIONING. *YC
970902971817
Sep 2, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
SOME ELECTRONICALLY CONTROLLED DIESEL ENGINES CAN BE MODIFIED TO INCREASE ENGINE OUTPUT BY ALTERING THE ORIGINAL ENGINE MANAGEMENT SYSTEM. *YC
97050110609
May 1, 1997
161000 STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH THE FD 1460 ENGINE MAY EXHIBIT REAR ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET ATTACHING BOLTS LOSSENING. *TW
97010510638
May 1, 1997
063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
THE VERTICAL EXHAUST HEAT SHIELD MAY EXHIBIT CRACKING AROUND ITS MOUNTING BOLT HOLE. *YC
BC2444970501
May 1, 1997
062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH CUMMINS M-11 AND N-14 SELECT PLUS ENGINES MAY EXHIBIT THE AIR OPERATED COOLING FAN RUNNING CONTINUOUSLY IF THE ENGINE ECM FAN CONTROL PARAMETERS ARE SET INCORRECTLY. *TW
BC2234970501
May 1, 1997
061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT REAR ENGINE SUPPORT BRACKET ATTATCHING BOLTS LOOSENING. *TW
NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD AEROMAX
Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.
PE94026
Opened: Mar 11, 1994 , Closed: Jun 20, 1994
AIR HOSE ASSEMBLY
There is no summary currently available
FORD AEROMAX - All Years Overview
Complete safety history for the FORD AEROMAX across all model years (1996, 1998).
5
Total Recalls
14
Total Complaints
1
Investigations
1
Reported Crashes
2
Reported Fires
0
Reported Deaths