Recall 14V383 affects 3 2009-2013 Special Fleet-modified Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks for a PTO oil leak. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Special Fleet is recalling 3 modified 2009-2013 Ford F-350, Ford F-450, and Ford F-550 Super Duty vehicles under recall 14V383 because oil can leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket over the exhaust. Oil-soaked material near exhaust heat raises the risk of fire, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The power take-off, or PTO, assembly on these Special Fleet-modified 2009-2013 Ford F-350, Ford F-450, and Ford F-550 trucks lets auxiliary equipment draw power from the truck's drivetrain. A pressure switch on that assembly helps monitor oil pressure inside the PTO system. The nearby thermal blanket shields exhaust heat, so it sits close to one of the hottest areas under the truck.
In the affected trucks, oil can leak from the PTO pressure switch. The leak path puts oil onto the thermal blanket that covers the exhaust. That means the problem is not just a drip under the truck; the oil reaches material wrapped around a hot exhaust component.
There is no warning sign before failure. An owner or service technician sees the issue only after finding oil around the PTO pressure switch, the thermal blanket, or the exhaust area.
Who's affected?
F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks span the 2009-2013 model years, all listed under Equipment.
| 2011 Special Fleet Ford F-350 | Equipment |
|---|---|
| 2012 Special Fleet Ford F-550 | Equipment |
| 2009 Special Fleet Ford F-550 | Equipment |
| 2012 Special Fleet Ford F-450 | Equipment |
| 2013 Special Fleet Ford F-450 | Equipment |
| 2013 Special Fleet Ford F-350 | Equipment |
| 2012 Special Fleet Ford F-350 | Equipment |
| 2011 Special Fleet Ford F-450 | Equipment |
| 2010 Special Fleet Ford F-450 | Equipment |
| 2009 Special Fleet Ford F-450 | Equipment |
| 2013 Special Fleet Ford F-550 | Equipment |
| 2011 Special Fleet Ford F-550 | Equipment |
| 2010 Special Fleet Ford F-550 | Equipment |
| 2009 Special Fleet Ford F-350 | Equipment |
| 2010 Special Fleet Ford F-350 | Equipment |
| Units affected | 3 |
A matching year and model does not confirm inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
The pressure switch can leak oil onto the thermal blanket covering the exhaust. Exhaust heat with oil soaked material increases the risk of fire. Schedule the recall work soon and avoid using the truck if you see oil near the exhaust area. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2013 Special Fleet Ford F-350, Ford F-550, or Ford F-450 is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to ask about the free pressure-switch kit that moves the leaking PTO switch away from the exhaust system.
- Call Special Fleet customer service at 1-800-395-2152 with questions and reference recall number 14V383 when you call.
- Bring the recall notice if Special Fleet mailed one, or give the dealer recall number 14V383 when scheduling.
- Watch for oil smell, smoke, or leaking around the PTO area, and stop driving if you notice them.
What happens at the repair
Special Fleet's documented repair is a new pressure switch kit that moves the PTO pressure switch away from the exhaust system, where leaking oil can reach the thermal blanket. Because the remedy status is not listed as available here, do not assume a final dealer visit is open until your VIN is confirmed and the service desk verifies the campaign. Once the repair is available for your vehicle, a Ford technician installs the updated kit at no charge under the recall. Parts and labor are covered.
Timeline
| June 26, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
|---|---|
| June 27, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V383?
Recall 14V383 covers 3 2009-2013 Special Fleet Ford F-350, Ford F-450, and Ford F-550 Super Duty vehicles modified with certain Muncie PTO assemblies. Oil can leak from the PTO pressure switch onto an exhaust thermal blanket, raising fire risk.
What should I do if my 2009-2013 Special Fleet Ford F-350, Ford F-550, or Ford F-450 is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific vehicle is included in recall 14V383. If it is, contact Special Fleet customer service at 1-800-395-2152 and ask whether the pressure switch kit has been installed. The kit moves the switch away from the exhaust system.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost. For recall 14V383, Special Fleet provided a new pressure switch kit free of charge to move the PTO pressure switch away from the exhaust system.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is fire. Oil from the PTO pressure switch can leak onto the thermal blanket over the exhaust. Heat from the exhaust and oil-soaked material can raise the chance of a vehicle fire, so confirm the VIN and complete the free kit repair.
What if I bought this Special Fleet Ford truck used?
The free recall repair still applies. Recall eligibility follows the VIN, not the first owner. Check your VIN, then reference recall 14V383 when you contact Special Fleet customer service or a Ford service desk about the pressure switch kit.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V383000 |
|---|---|
| Special Fleet customer service | 1-800-395-2152 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V383 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V383000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Defect / Noncompliance Notice (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on June 2, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →