Pto pressure switch oil leak may result in fire
Defect Summary
Vanair manufacturing, inc. (vanair) is recalling certain model year 2009-2013 ford f-350, f-450, and f-550 superduty chassis modified by vanair and equipped with certain muncie power products pto assemblies used with model 60-85 udsm, 125-185 usdm, and genair 125-185 driven air compressor systems. in the affected vehicles, oil may leak from the pto pressure switch onto a thermal blanket covering the exhaust.
Safety Consequence
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.
Corrective Action
Vanair will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began in november 2014. owners may contact vanair customer service at 1-800-526-8817.
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FAQ: Recall 14V494000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V494000?
NHTSA recall 14V494000 was issued by Vanair Manufacturing, Inc. on August 8, 2014. It addresses: Pto pressure switch oil leak may result in fire. The recall affects approximately 49 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Vanair Manufacturing, Inc. dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V494000 or the manufacturer campaign number NR (Not Reported). Under federal law, the repair is completely free regardless of vehicle age or owner history.
Is my vehicle included in this recall?
The only way to confirm is to look up your 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls. NHTSA's tool will tell you if VIN-by-VIN this exact recall applies.
How long do I have to get a recall repair done?
There is no expiration on most federal safety recalls. Even if your vehicle is years old and you bought it used, the manufacturer is required to perform the repair at no cost.
Where does the data on this page come from?
All information on this page is sourced directly from the U.S. Department of Transportation public dataset for NHTSA recalls. Last refreshed: 2026-05-22. For the most current official notice, visit nhtsa.gov/recalls.