NHTSA ID Number: 10241601
Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 51881
Summary
2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles and equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine built on or before 01-Jan-2023 may exhibit an exhaust rattle requiring replacement of the left or right exhaust flexible pipe (5G203). The updated part locates the flexible joint portion of the pipe closer toward the catalytic converter than the originally equipped part. This is due to a design change with these replacement components which will not cause any functional issues with the vehicle.
8 Affected Products
Vehicles
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
SSM 51881 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator – Non-Hybrid Vehicles With 3.0L EcoBoost and 3.3L Duratec Engines – Exhaust Rattle Updated Part – Built On Or Before 01-Jan-2023
- Large 4.50-Inch Black Ceramic Coated Stainless Steel Tips
- Deep Powerful Tone Inside and Outside the Vehicle
- Flow FX "Straight-through" Performance Muffler
- Mandrel-bent Stainless Steel Tubing
- Uses the Factory Hanger Locations
- Vehicle Fitment: Compatible with Ford
Explorer: 2011, 2012, 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 3.5L V6, Compatible with Ford
Flex: 2013, 2014, 2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, 2019 3.5L V6 - Interchange Part Numbers: 58569, 55661, 679-032, BB5Z5G274A, DB5Z5G274B
- Direct Fit Design: Direct-fit design is fixture checked to ensure a precise fit that performs like original equipment
- The high-quality 409 stainless steel ensures that the Exhaust Mufflers product is not easy to rust, which ensure high strength, heat resistance, and longevity.
- 【FITMENT】Compatible with 11-14 Ford
Mustang
, Fits 3.7L V6 Models ONLY - 【Quality Construction】Made of High Quality Stainless Steel with Computerized Mandrel-Bends for Strength and Durability. TIG welded CNC machine flange for resistance against pressure and corrosion.
- 【Enhance Performence】Dyno proven to instantly increases 15 - 25 horsepower / low end torque. Aggressive deep and smooth tone while ensures smooth exhaust gas flow, increase engine output and efficiency.
- 【Muffler & Diameter】4. 5" Double Walled Round Diagonal Cut Tip
- 【Design】The larger pipes, low-restriction mufflers, and tuned resonators of a well-designed performance exhaust system can make stunned effect on your vehicle: lower auto exhaust back pressure and a much better sound.
- BD Diesel parts have a level of precision and quality that goes above and beyond the competition.
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- BD Diesel has the product that best fits your performance or application goals.
- Headers & Manifolds
- Exhaust Manifolds
- COMPATIBILITY – Fits 2011-2011 Ford
Edge; 2012-2012 Ford
Edge; 2013-2013 Ford
Edge; 2014-2014 Ford
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- INHIBITS CORROSION -- Durable aluminized-steel construction to inhibit corrosion and promote performance
- EASY TO INSTALL -- Manufactured with precision bends and OE-style routings, hangers and connectors for easy installation (where applicable)
- OE-STYLE PERFORMANCE -- Direct-fit design is fixture checked to ensure a precise fit that performs like original equipment
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