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Campaign 14V498 Posted August 13, 2014 3 units

2009-2013 Ford Super Duty Recall 14V498: PTO Oil Leak

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Reviewed by the RecallNotify editorial team
Published June 2, 2026

Recall 14V498 covers 3 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks for PTO oil leaks. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.

Recall 14V498 covers 3 modified 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 trucks equipped with certain Muncie Power Products PTO assemblies. Oil leaking from the PTO pressure switch can soak the exhaust thermal blanket, heat from the exhaust raises the risk of fire, and the dealer repair will be free once available.

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What's wrong?

The power take-off, or PTO, assembly on affected 2009-2013 Ford F-350, F-450, and F-550 Super Duty work trucks lets truck-mounted equipment draw power from the drivetrain. A pressure switch on that assembly helps monitor PTO oil pressure while the equipment is operating. The exhaust nearby is covered by a thermal blanket, which is insulation used to manage heat around hot exhaust parts.

On these modified Ford trucks, oil can leak from the PTO pressure switch. Instead of staying contained inside the PTO assembly, the oil reaches the thermal blanket over the exhaust. That puts oil on material wrapped around a hot exhaust area, which is the defect this recall addresses.

There is no warning sign before failure. An owner should not count on a dashboard light, noise, or visible drip before the leak reaches the exhaust blanket.

Who's affected?

Covers three Ford chassis models across the 2009-2013 model years, all listed under Equipment.

2010 Ford F-550 Equipment
2013 Ford F-550 Equipment
2012 Ford F-550 Equipment
2011 Ford F-550 Equipment
2009 Ford F-550 Equipment
Units affected3

A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether this recall applies to your specific truck.

What's the safety risk?

An oil leak near the exhaust can soak the thermal blanket that covers the exhaust. With exhaust heat, that oil-soaked blanket increases the risk of fire. Schedule the repair soon and call the dealer if you notice oil leakage, smoke, or a burning smell. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.

What should I do?

  1. Check your VIN to confirm your 2009-2013 Ford F-550, F-450, or F-350 is included in this recall.
  2. Wait for recall instructions tied to your VIN before scheduling service, then contact a franchised Ford dealer for the free repair.
  3. Ask for the pressure-switch kit that moves the PTO oil-pressure switch away from the exhaust blanket to reduce fire risk.
  4. Reference recall number 14V498 when you call the dealer.
  5. Avoid parking near dry brush or other combustible material until the repair is complete.

What happens at the repair

The record says this recall began on August 28, 2014, and the listed remedy is a new pressure switch kit. At the dealer, a Ford technician installs the kit so the PTO pressure switch is moved away from the exhaust system and its thermal blanket. That repair path addresses the oil leak location described in the recall. The dealer repair will be free once available for your VIN. The source does not list an estimated repair time.

Timeline

August 13, 2014 NHTSA published the recall
November 12, 2014 Owner notification mailed

Frequently asked questions

What is recall 14V498?

Recall 14V498 covers 3 2009-2013 Ford F-550, F-450, and F-350 Super Duty chassis with certain Muncie PTO assemblies. Oil can leak from the PTO pressure switch onto a thermal blanket over the exhaust, increasing fire risk. The repair installs a new pressure switch kit for free.

What should I do if my 2009-2013 Ford F-550, F-450, or F-350 is on this recall?

Check your VIN to confirm your specific truck is included in recall 14V498. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer or the recall contact line at 1-866-475-8782 to schedule the pressure switch kit installation. Reference recall number 14V498 when you call.

Is the recall repair free?

Yes. Federal recall law requires the recall repair to be completed at no cost to the owner. The dealer installs a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, with parts and labor covered under recall 14V498.

What is the safety risk in recall 14V498?

The safety risk is fire. Oil leaking from the PTO pressure switch can soak into the thermal blanket covering the exhaust. When that oil-soaked material is exposed to exhaust heat, the condition increases the risk of a vehicle fire.

What if I bought this Ford Super Duty used?

The free recall repair still applies. Recalls follow the VIN, not the first owner. If you never received the 2014 owner notice, check your VIN to confirm whether your truck is included, then give recall number 14V498 to the dealer or recall contact line.

More information

NHTSA campaign pagenhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/14V498000
Ford customer service1-866-475-8782
NHTSA recall #14V498
NHTSA recall # (full)14V498000

Source documents

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 →