The problem
Somerset Welding & Steel, doing business as J&J Truck equipment (J&J), is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty chassis with 6.8L gasoline engines modified by J&J to be equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO Assemblies. In the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
The risk
The leaking oil may soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust, which when combined with heat from exhaust, may result in an increased risk of fire.
The fix
Somerset will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began August 2014. Owner's may contact Somerset customer service at 1-800-777-2671.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 14V-382 (14V382000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Equipment |
| Report date | June 10, 2014 |
| Owners notified | August 4, 2014 |
| Vehicles affected | 4 |
| Initiated by | NHTSA investigation |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the equipment & accessories
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 14V-382 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Somerset will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began August 2014. Owner's may contact Somerset customer service at 1-800-777-2671.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 4 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.