24S10 – Hard Top Quarter Glass Separation – 2023-2024 Ford Bronco

February 23, 2024 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 24V142000

Rear Glass Panels May Detach

Detached rear glass panels may create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

 

NHTSA Campaign Number: 24V142

Manufacturer FordeBay logo Motor Company

Components VISIBILITY

Potential Number of Units Affected 7,527

 

Summary

FordeBay logo Motor Company (FordeBay logo) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear quarter glass panels may have been improperly installed to the vehicle hard top, which can allow them to detach.

 

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the rear glass panels as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed April 8, 2024. Owners may contact FordeBay logo customer service at 1-866-436-7332. FordeBay logo’s number for this recall is 24S10.

 

Notes

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

 

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March 19, 2024

NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD – Safety Recall 24S10
Certain 2023-2024 Model Year Bronco Vehicles Equipped with a Hard Top
Rear Quarter Glass Separation

 

AFFECTED VEHICLES

Vehicle Model Year Assembly Plant Build Dates
Bronco2023-2024MichiganNovember 6, 2023 through December 6, 2023

US population of affected vehicles: 7,462. Affected vehicles are identified in OASIS and FSA VIN Lists.

 

REASON FOR THIS SAFETY RECALL

In some of the affected vehicles, one or both rear quarter glass panels may not be properly adhered to the hard top and may separate from the vehicle. The owner may observe wind noise, rattle noise or a water leak prior to glass separation. A rear quarter glass panel that separates from the vehicle while driving can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

 

SERVICE ACTION

Before demonstrating or delivering any new in-stock vehicles involved in this recall, dealers are to remove and re-install both rear quarter glass panels. This service must be performed on all affected vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner. For new vehicle storage guidelines, refer to EFC13033, Storage Guidelines for New Vehicles.

To assist vehicle owners to have this repair completed, dealers should:

  • Arrange for a mobile repair at the owner’s location, or:
  • Arrange to pick up the owner’s vehicle and drive it to the dealership for repairs.
    • Re-deliver the owner’s vehicle after repairs have been completed.
  • Pick-Up & Delivery and mobile service should be made available for all customers. Refer to the Rental and Claiming sections for further details.

 

OWNER NOTIFICATION AND MAILING SCHEDULE

Owner letters are expected to be mailed the week of April 8, 2024. Dealers should repair any affected vehicles that arrive at their dealerships, whether or not the customer has received a letter.

PLEASE NOTE:

Federal law requires dealers to complete this recall service before a new vehicle is delivered to the buyer or lessee. Violation of this requirement by a dealer could result in a civil penalty of up to $27,168 per vehicle. Correct all vehicles in your new vehicle inventory before delivery.

 

MOBILE SERVICE REPAIR ASSESSMENT LEVEL

  • All repairs in this program have the following assessment level:

– Advanced Mobile Service

 

MOBILE REPAIR RECOMMENDATIONS

  • Confirm with the customer a mobile repair is feasible.
  • Check OASIS before going to the customer’s home or business to confirm if any other outstanding FSA needs to be completed.
  • Transportation – a specialty vehicle is not required.

 

MOBILE REPAIR ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Please ensure the technician brings the following to the mobile repair destination:

  • Printed Technical Instructions
  • Printed Repair/Work Order or any other necessary documentation as customer copy(s) o Documents could also be emailed to the customer.
  • Shirt/uniform and vehicle graphic with the dealership or FordeBay logo logos are recommended.
  • Recommended specialty tools: Glass removal/installation tools (i.e., Cold Knife, Piano Wire, Power Calk Gun)

 

SOLD VEHICLES

  • FordeBay logo has not issued instructions to stop selling/delivering or driving used vehicles under this safety recall. Owners should contact their dealers for an appointment to have their vehicles remedied as soon as practicable.
  • Immediately contact any of your affected customers whose vehicles are not on your VIN list but are identified in OASIS. Give the customer a copy of the Owner Notification Letter (when available) and schedule a service date.
  • Correct other affected vehicles identified in OASIS which are brought to your dealership.
  • Dealers are to prioritize repairs of customer vehicles over repairs of new and used vehicle inventory.

 

STOCK VEHICLES

  • Correct all affected units in your new vehicle inventory before delivery.
  • Use OASIS to identify any affected vehicles in your used vehicle inventory.

 

DEALER-OPERATED RENTAL VEHICLES

The Fixing America’s Surface Transportation (FAST) Act law effective June 2016 prohibits a rental company from selling, renting, or leasing vehicles subject to a safety or compliance recall. Please consult your legal counsel for legal advice.

BRANDED / SALVAGED TITLE VEHICLES

Affected branded / salvaged title vehicles are eligible for this recall.

 

OWNER REFUNDS

  • This safety recall must still be performed, even if the owner has paid for a previous repair. Claiming a refund will not close the recall on the vehicle.
  • FordeBay logo Motor Company is offering a refund for owner-paid repairs covered by this recall if the repair was performed before the date indicated in the reimbursement plan, which is posted with this bulletin. Owners are directed to seek reimbursement through authorized dealers or, at their option, directly through FordeBay logo Motor Company at PO Box 6251, Dearborn, MI 48121-6251.
  • Dealers are also pre-approved to refund owner-paid emergency repairs that were performed away from an authorized servicing dealer after the end date specified in the reimbursement plan. Non-covered repairs, or those judged by FordeBay logo to be excessive, will not be reimbursed.
  • Refunds will only be provided for the cost associated with removal and re-installation of the rear quarter glass panel(s).

 

RENTAL VEHICLES

Rental vehicles are not approved for this program. However, if you have a unique owner circumstance that may require a rental vehicle due to damage of the rear quarter glass panel(s) during removal and re-installation, please contact the SSSC via the SSSC Web Contact Site.

 

PICK-UP & DELIVERY- Participating Dealers

Dealers participating in the Remote Experience Program:

  • FordeBay logo Dealers – Refer to EFC14125, 2024 Remote Experience Program, Pick-Up & Delivery Offset section for additional details.

 

PICK-UP & DELIVERY- Non-participating Dealers

FordeBay logo Dealers not participating in the 2024 Remote Experience Program for Pick-Up & Delivery are authorized to claim unique services for completing this program.

  • Dealers are authorized to claim one-half labor hour per repair for vehicle Pick-Up & Delivery services. Refer to Labor Allowances for details.
  • Dealers must retain a Vehicle Pick-Up & Delivery Record with the repair order documentation.

 

PARTS REQUIREMENTS

Part Number  Description Order Quantity
Obtain LocallySika® SikaTack® MACH 60 / Sika® SikaTack® MACH 30 / Dow® BETASEAL™ Express
Sika Tack ASAP Urethane Adhesive
Sika® Aktivator PRO / Dow® BETAPRIME™ 5504G / Sika® Primer-207
Masking Tape 2” Wide
Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner

(ZC-23) or equivalent (can be used on multiple vehicles)

Motorcraft Clear Silicone Rubber (TA-32) or equivalent (can be used on multiple vehicles)
Isopropyl Alcohol (can be used on multiple vehicles)
DT1Z-5829760-BeBay logoRubber Spacer

Original spacers should be used when possible. Only order spacers if original spacers are damaged during glass removal.

As Needed Up to 8

 


CERTAIN 2023-2024 MODEL YEAR BRONCO VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A HARD TOP — REAR QUARTER GLASS SEPARATION

SERVICE OVERVIEW

On affected vehicles, a 1 of 2 primer application step may have been missed which could create a bonding issue between the quarter glass blackout masking and the urethane primer. After removing both rear quarter glass panels, you will need to inspect the quarter glass for this detachment issue, first with a visual inspection and then a pull test, if necessary. A primer bonding issue will result in a relatively clean removal of the urethane from the quarter glass blackout masking and the primer may stay attached to the urethane. Failed primer bonding, anywhere on the quarter glass panels, will result in an inspection fail and require complete urethane and primer removal, cleaning, and re-priming, of the existing quarter glass. If the inspection passes, normal prepping and re-installation, of the existing quarter glass, is all that will be needed.

NOTE: The rear quarter glass is equipped with four (4) rubber spacers, to provide proper glass depth, that may become dislodged, detached or separated during quarter glass removal. Make sure the spacers are in place before re-installing the quarter glass.

 

SERVICE REPAIR PROCEDURE

NOTICE: The instructions in this procedure are intended to be followed by dealership technicians or by subletting glass companies. Whether or not a dealership technician or a sublet company completes the repair, DO NOT leave the masking tape holding the quarter glass in place for a prolonged amount of time or exposed to direct sunlight. The masking tape must be removed between two and three hours after the quarter glass installation and prior to returning the vehicle to the customer.

NOTE: In some instances, repair methods may be combined to achieve the best results.

NOTE: The use of disposable gloves and safety glasses is required.

1. Choose the best repair method for removing the fixed rear quarter glass panels.

a. Cold knife method – Uses the cold knife to cut the urethane from the outside of a vehicle provided the blade can reach the bead. Use the General Equipment: Cold Knife.

NOTE: When using the cold knife method, apply tape to protect the perimeter of the hard top opening from damage. Make sure the tape is inserted and adheres in the gap between the hard top and the quarter glass. Multiple layers of tape may be required.

b. Piano wire method – Uses the piano wire to cut the urethane from inside and outside of a vehicle using an assistant.

NOTICE: Fixed glass must be installed within two (2) hours of cutting the urethane adhesive.
Exposed cut surfaces of urethane become oxidized and inactive beyond two (2) hours, reducing the effectiveness of the repair bond.

NOTICE: Take precautions to prevent damage to other components when cutting urethane.

2. Both existing quarter glass panels will be removed, inspected and re-installed in this procedure.
Remove both rear quarter glass panels.

NOTE: The rear quarter glass has rubber spacers located in each corner. The rubber spacers maintain proper glass depth of the quarter glass to the hard top. See Figure 1 for quarter glass rubber spacer locations on the glass. During glass preparation, if the spacers have detached from the glass, make sure to install them on the hard top in the correct location, using Motorcraft® Clear Silicone Rubber (TA-32) or equivalent. See Figure 2 for quarter glass rubber spacer installation locations. If a spacer is damaged, refer to the part requirements/ordering information, in the dealer bulletin, to order replacement rubber spacers.

 

3. Inspect both rear quarter glass panels for evidence of urethane delamination from the glass.
See Figure 3. Answer the question for each rear quarter glass panel and proceed accordingly.

– Does the quarter glass panel show any signs of urethane delamination?

Yes – Does Not Pass – Proceed to Step 5.

No – Pass – Proceed to Step 4.

 

4. Check the urethane for proper adhesion to the quarter glass by performing a peel test. See Figures 4 and 5. Answer the question for each rear quarter glass panel being tested and proceed accordingly.

a. Using a razor blade scrapper, trim or shave through the original urethane, length wise, to create a tail of urethane as shown Figure 4. NOTE: Make short cuts in the urethane to make the tail more uniform.

b. Once the urethane tail is long enough, pull the tail, in the same direction you were pulling while cutting the urethane, as shown in Figure 4.

– Did the urethane delaminate from the quarter glass? See Figure 5.

Yes – Does Not Pass – Proceed to Step 5.

No – Pass – Proceed to Step 6.

 

NOTE: Before performing the next steps, make sure final installation of the quarter glass is within two (2) hours.

5. Using a razor blade scraper, remove all of the remaining urethane and primer from the quarter glass.
Clean the quarter glass with isopropyl alcohol with a clean, lint free, disposable cloth. Then, using the razor blade scraper, trim or shave down the original urethane on the hard top flange, leaving a 0.04 to 0.08 in. (1 to 2 mm) base of the existing urethane, to bond with the new urethane.
Read all of the Notes below and proceed to Step 7.

6. Using a razor blade scraper, trim or shave down the original urethane on both the quarter glass and hard top flange, leaving a 0.04 to 0.08 in. (1 to 2 mm) base of the existing urethane, to bond with the new urethane.
Proceed to Step 8.

IMPORTANT: Primer must be matched to the urethane adhesive (primer must be compatible with the urethane being used).

NOTE: The use of disposable gloves and safety glasses is required.

NOTE: Proper placement of the primer is crucial to avoid appearance concerns. Do not allow the primer to cross into the visible portion of the quarter glass. See Figure 6.

NOTE: Fixed quarter glass shown installed on the hard top for clarity. The view is from the inside of the vehicle looking out. See Figure 6.

 

7. Carefully apply some Sika® Primer-207, Sika® Aktivator PRO or Dow® BETAPRIME™ 5504G primer to the quarter glass perimeter.

8. Cut the urethane adhesive applicator tip, in a triangular shape, as shown in Figure 7.

NOTE: At this time, make sure the quarter glass has rubber spacers located in each corner. If the spacers have detached from the quarter glass, make sure to install them on the hard top in the correct location, using Motorcraft® Clear Silicone Rubber (TA-32) or equivalent. See Figure 2 for quarter glass rubber spacer installation locations. If a spacer is damaged, refer to the part requirements/ordering information, in the dealer bulletin, to order replacement rubber spacers.

NOTE: For ease of application, it is recommended to warm up the tube of urethane adhesive.

 

NOTE: The rear quarter glass must be installed within ten (10) minutes of applying the urethane adhesive.

NOTE: Using a power caulk gun helps to apply the urethane adhesive with less effort and with a continuous bead.

NOTE: Proper placement and application of the urethane is crucial to avoid appearance concerns.

 

9. Using a mechanical or power caulk gun, apply some SikaTack® (MACH 60/MACH 30) or Dow® BETASEAL™ Express urethane in a triangular bead, 0.28 in. (7 mm) wide by 0.51 in. (13 mm) high, on the hard top flange. Make sure to start and end at the original overlap points and no gaps are present in the bead to prevent air and water leaks. The position of the urethane bead should be 0.55 in. (14 mm) from the outer edge of the hard top flange to the bead. See Figures 8 and 9.

NOTICE: Make sure there are no gaps in the urethane bead and that the bead is uniform to prevent air and water leaks.

 

NOTE: Hard top removed from vehicle for clarity.

 

WARNING: Improper curing of the urethane adhesive may adversely affect glass retention, which is important for restraint system performance during a crash. Carefully follow the urethane adhesive manufacturer’s curing instructions. Do not drive the vehicle until the urethane adhesive seal has cured. Failure to follow these instructions may result in serious injury to vehicle occupant(s) during a crash.

 

NOTICE: The door windows must be left open during the adhesive curing time.

10. Open both front door windows to prevent the air pressure of closing the doors from compromising the urethane bond.

11. Install the quarter glass into the hard top opening, centering the glass in the opening by eye, and pushing it into the rubber spacers, at each corner, to set the proper glass depth. The quarter glass should have about a 0.12 in. (3 mm) margin to the hard top opening all around. See Figure 10.

NOTE: When installed, the quarter glass will be under flush with the hard top.

NOTE: As needed, clean any excess urethane adhesive using Motorcraft® Ultra-Clear Spray Glass Cleaner (ZC-23) or equivalent.

12. Using 2 in. (50 mm) wide masking tape, secure the quarter glass to the hard top, on both sides, while the urethane cures. Make sure there is an even 0.12 in. (3 mm) gap all the way around the quarter glass. See Figure 10.

NOTICE: DO NOT leave the masking tape holding the quarter glass in place for a prolonged amount of time or exposed to direct sunlight.
The masking tape must be removed between two (2) and three (3) hours after the quarter glass installation and prior to returning the vehicle to the customer.

13. After the masking tape has been removed, make sure there is no tape residue remaining on the surfaces and close the front door windows.

 

 


Chronology :

December 2023 – February 2024
On December 4, 2023, the left-hand rear quarter glass panel of a Bronco vehicle did not pass a glass cut-out adhesion verification test at the vehicle assembly plant. On December 7, 2023, the issue pertaining to poor adhesion of rear quarter glass panels on certain 2023-2024 model year Bronco vehicles equipped with hard tops was brought to FordeBay logo’s Critical Concern Review Group (CCRG) for review.

FordeBay logo Research Laboratory conducted x-ray photoelectron spectroscopy analysis of suspect quarter glass panels and determined that the clearcoat primer was absent. No additional abnormalities or contamination were identified. Glass coupon sample testing was conducted by FordeBay logo Engineering. Test results indicated that the samples without the clearcoat primer did not meet FordeBay logo’s internal sheer retention requirements.

CCRG reviewed the supplier’s manufacturing process. The rear quarter glass panels are shipped from the glass supplier to a sequencer facility prior to installation on the vehicle at the FordeBay logo assembly plant. The sequencer facility had been shut down in September through October 2023. Production resumed at the sequencer facility on November 6, 2023 with multiple new operators. Through interviews with personnel at the sequencer facility, the CCRG discovered that one of the new operators was not using the clearcoat primer during the two-stage primer application process. The clearcoat primer is an “activator” that promotes adhesion between another primer layer and the glass.

As of February 14, 2024, FordeBay logo is not aware of any warranty, customer complaints or field reports associated
with this concern.

On February 16, 2024, FordeBay logo’s Field Review Committee reviewed the concern and approved a field action.

FordeBay logo is not aware of any reports of accident or injury related to this condition.

 


2 Affected Products

Vehicle

MAKEMODELYEAR
FORDeBay logoBRONCO2023-2024

 


5 Associated Documents

Recall Acknowledgement

RCAK-24V142-7013.pdf 645.361KB

 


Defect Notice 573 Report

RCLRPT-24V142-8186.PDF 215.795KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

RCMN-24V142-4193.pdf 44.103KB

 


Manufacturer Notices(to Dealers,etc)

RCMN-24V142-4954.pdf 4511.567KB

 


Recall 573 Report – 03/21/2024

RCLRPT-24V142-7112.PDF 215.754KB

 


Latest Recalls Documents

For the Latest and Most recent Recall Information Visit the link below…

https://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/acms/cs/documentList.xhtml?docId=24V142&docType=RCL

 


 

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