NHTSA recall 08E026000
Equipment · Ford Motor Company
Details
What's wrong: Compressive forces of the welded lift blocks resulting from foreseeable and excess vehicle payloads as well as over-tightening of the u-bolts during installation may distort the blocks, reducing the intended clamping force of the u-bolts.
Why it matters: This could allow possible shifting and damage to the rear drive shaft and axle.
The fix: Truxxx will notify customers/installers and will replace affected welded lift blocks with either non-welded aluminum or cast iron blocks free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on or about April 16, 2008.
Affected vehicles on MotorDeets
All model years NHTSA lists
2005 Ford F-250 Sd, 2006 Ford F-250 Sd, 2007 Ford F-250 Sd, 2008 Ford F-250 Sd, year not stated Truxxx 108035, year not stated Truxxx 108036.
Recalls can cover only some VINs. Check yours on NHTSA's official recall page for 08E026000.
Source: NHTSA recall records. Summary shortened; the official notice has the full text.