CarRecallWatch- Component
- SUSPENSION
- Problem
- Life Line Emergency Vehicles (Life Line) is recalling certain model year 2014-2015 Life Line-modified Ford F-Series emergency vehicles that are equipped with Liquid Spring-brand aftermarket suspension kits. The mounting bracket that attaches the suspension fluid tank to the frame may fail allowing the fluid tank to separate from the vehicle.
- Risk
- If the suspension fluid tank mount fractures and the tank separates from the chassis, the tank may become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- The remedy for this recall is still under development. The recall began on February 2, 2015. Owners may contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317.
- Notes
- Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.
What this recall means for you
Certain 2014-2015 Ford F-450 and F-550 Super Duty emergency vehicles modified by Life Line Emergency Vehicles with Liquid Spring aftermarket suspension kits may have a defective mounting bracket that attaches the suspension fluid tank to the frame. The bracket can fail, allowing the tank to separate from the vehicle.
If the tank mount fractures and the tank comes loose, it can fall onto the road and become a hazard to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash. The remedy is still being developed, so no free repair is available yet. Owners of affected vehicles should contact Life Line customer service at 1-563-578-3317 for updates, and check their VIN for any open recalls.
Check whether this recall is open on your vehicle
Official recall notice
Affected vehicles
| Ford F-450 SD | 20142015 |
|---|---|
| Ford F-550 SD | 20142015 |