Ford Recall 07V-140: Electrical system – 12V/24V/48V battery

Affected: 2008 Ford F-250, 2008 Ford F-350, 2008 Ford F-450 SD and 1 more. Filed with NHTSA on March 26, 2007, covering about 1,022 vehicles.

The problem

On certain trucks equipped with a 6.4l diesel engine, insufficient clearance of the battery positive (b+) wire to the right hand splash shield bolt May result in the battery b+ wire contacting the splash shield bolt.

The risk

Long term contact could cause wire chafe, resulting in copper wire being exposed. If this condition occurs, the battery b+ wire could short to ground increasing the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the battery b+ wire location and, if necessary, reposition the wire. The recall began on April 3, 2007. Owners May contact Ford at 1-800-392-3673.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign07V-140 (07V140000)
Manufacturer number07S50
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentElectrical system › 12V/24V/48V battery
Report dateMarch 26, 2007
Owners notifiedApril 3, 2007
Vehicles affected1,022
Initiated byManufacturer

Vehicles covered

Owner complaints about the electrical system

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 07V-140 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the battery b+ wire location and, if necessary, reposition the wire. The recall began on April 3, 2007. Owners May 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 1,022 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.