Pto pressure switch oil leak may result in fire
Defect Summary
Versalift east, llc (versalift) is recalling certain aerial devices manufactured on 2009-2013 ford, f-350, f-450, and f-550 super duty 6.8l gas engine chassis, modified by versalift and equipped with certain muncie power products fr67 pto assemblies. 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
Versalift will notify owners, and dealers will install a new pressure switch kit that moves the switch away from the exhaust system, free of charge. The recall began on september 14, 2014. Owners may contact versalift customer service at 1-888-866-1400.
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FAQ: Recall 14V496000
Your rights, the repair process, and what each field on this page means.
What is recall 14V496000?
NHTSA recall 14V496000 was issued by Versalift East, Llc on August 11, 2014. It addresses: Pto pressure switch oil leak may result in fire. The recall affects approximately 88 vehicles, with the defect involving the N/A component.
How do I get this recall repaired?
Contact any authorized Versalift East, Llc dealer and reference NHTSA recall ID 14V496000 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.