Recall 14V411 covers 2 2011, 2013 Ford F-550 and F-450 Sd dump trucks for leaking PTO pressure switches. Free repair at a Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 2 2011, 2013 F-550 and F-450 Sd dump trucks because the PTO assembly pressure switch can leak oil. Oil that soaks into the thermal blanket over the exhaust raises the risk of fire, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
On the 2011, 2013 Ford F-550 and F-450 Sd dump trucks, the power take off assembly helps use drivetrain power to run truck equipment such as the dump body hydraulics. A pressure switch in that assembly monitors oil pressure while the power take off system is operating. That switch needs to stay sealed so oil remains inside the assembly.
On the recalled trucks, the defect is an oil leak from the PTO assembly pressure switch. The switch was used in certain power take off assemblies on gasoline-engine dump trucks. When the switch leaks, oil escapes from the assembly instead of staying contained, leaving the truck with a fluid leak that needs dealer attention.
There is no warning sign before failure. Owners can see oil around the power take off assembly or under the truck after the leak starts.
Who's affected?
Both trucks are tied to gasoline-engine equipment, so diesel equipment is not included here.
| 2011 Ford F-550 | Gasoline |
|---|---|
| 2013 Ford F-450 Sd | Gasoline |
| Units affected | 2 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific truck is included.
What's the safety risk?
Leaking oil can soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust. Exhaust heat raises the risk of fire when oil collects there. Use the truck only as needed until the recall repair is handled, and contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule service. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2011, 2013 Ford F-550 or F-450 Sd is included in this recall.
- Wait for owner instructions before arranging service if you have not received a recall notice.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to ask about the free pressure-switch kit that moves the leaking PTO switch away from the exhaust system.
- Reference recall number 14V411 when you call, and bring the recall notice if you have it.
- Park away from dry grass, structures, and heat-sensitive areas if you see oil leaking near the exhaust area.
What happens at the repair
The source remedy describes a new pressure switch kit for the PTO assembly. At the dealer, a Ford technician installs the kit so the pressure switch sits farther from the exhaust system, where heat exposure is tied to the oil leak described in the recall. Because this source does not list the remedy status as available, confirm repair readiness before arranging service. The dealer repair will be free once available.
Timeline
| July 8, 2014 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| September 8, 2014 | Owner notification mailed |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 14V411?
Recall 14V411 covers 2 2011, 2013 Ford F-550 and F-450 Sd dump trucks with PTO assembly pressure switches that can leak oil near the exhaust. Oil soaked into the thermal blanket over the exhaust increases fire risk. Dealers install a pressure switch kit for free.
What should I do if my 2011, 2013 Ford F-550 or F-450 Sd is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific dump truck is included in recall 14V411. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask for the pressure switch kit repair. Reference recall number 14V411 and the PTO pressure switch when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair at no cost, and the remedy for recall 14V411 is a new pressure switch kit installed free of charge. The kit moves the switch away from the exhaust system.
What is the safety risk?
The safety risk is fire. The PTO assembly pressure switch can leak oil, and that oil can soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust. With exhaust heat, the oil-soaked blanket increases fire risk until the pressure switch kit is installed.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V411000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-978-847-2900 |
| NHTSA recall # | 14V411 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 14V411000 |
Source documents
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Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF) - Download Quarterly Report (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 →