The problem
On certain pickup trucks and sport utility vehicles equipped with 6.0l diesel engines, the engine ground stud that attaches the negative battery terminal eyelet to the engine block May be loose.
The risk
If the ground wire is loose, electrical current May flow to the radio suppression strap causing it to heat and potentially melt or ignite adjacent components which could result in a fire.
The fix
Dealers will replace the engine ground stud and the radio suppression strap and adjacent components will be inspected for damage and replaced, if necessary. The recall began on July 23, 2004. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 04V-327 (04V327000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 04S15 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Electrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery |
| Report date | July 7, 2004 |
| Owners notified | July 22, 2004 |
| Vehicles affected | 83,687 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the electrical system
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 04V-327 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will replace the engine ground stud and the radio suppression strap and adjacent components will be inspected for damage and replaced, if necessary. The recall began on July 23, 2004. Owners should contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 83,687 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.