Ford Recall 07V-553: Engine and engine cooling – diesel

Affected: 1997–1998, 2000–2003 Ford E Series, 1999–2003 Ford Excursion, 1997, 1999–2003 Ford F-250 SD and 3 more. Filed with NHTSA on December 5, 2007, covering about 1,176,000 vehicles.

The problem

On certain heavy duty trucks equipped with 7.3l diesel engines, the camshaft position sensor located on the engine of the vehicle May function intermittently, possibly resulting in an engine stall.

The risk

In the event of an engine stall, a crash could result without warning.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2007. Owners May contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

Recall details

NHTSA campaign07V-553 (07V553000)
Manufacturer number07S57
ManufacturerFord Motor Company
ComponentEngine and engine cooling › Engine › Diesel
Report dateDecember 5, 2007
Owners notifiedDecember 29, 2007
Vehicles affected1,176,000
Initiated byNHTSA investigation

Vehicles covered

Plus 5 other model/year combinations not covered on this site.

Owner complaints about the engine & cooling

Frequently asked questions

Is the recall 07V-553 repair free?

Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the sensor and replace it with an improved camshaft position sensor free of charge. The recall began on December 29, 2007. Owners May contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332.

How do I know if my car is included?

Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,176,000 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.