Customer Satisfaction Program 18N01 – Special R-1234yf Refrigerant Service Information – 2018 Ford Expedition & Lincoln Navigator

NHTSA ID Number: 10191517

Manufacturer Communication Number: 18N01-S2

Summary

Certain 2018 Model Year Expedition and Navigator Vehicles Equipped With R-1234yf Refrigerant Special R-1234yf Refrigerant Service Information

Vehicles not previously repaired with certain build dates, and that remain in program 18N01, can now request loaner equipment for vehicles even if they are outside of New Vehicle Limited Warranty.

Vehicles not previously repaired with certain build dates, are now open in Customer Satisfaction Program 20N08 with updated labor operation codes, part ordering information, and repair instructions. Updated Technical Instructions: Dealers are to obtain the equipment from FordeBay logo Motor Company necessary to evacuate the A/C system.

 


2018 Ford Expedition
2018 Ford Expedition

 


2 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKEMODELYEAR
FORDeBay logoEXPEDITION2018
LINCOLNeBay logoNAVIGATOR2018

 


PROGRAM TERMS

This is a one-time repair program and DOES NOT apply to vehicles outside of New Vehicle Limited Warranty.  Coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent owners.

 

AFFECTED VEHICLES

VehicleModel YearAssembly PlantBuild Dates
Expedition2018Kentucky TruckJanuary 2, 2018 through January 26, 2018
Navigator2018Kentucky TruckJanuary 2, 2018 through January 26, 2018

 

REASON FOR THIS PROGRAM

This program provides special service instructions, loaner equipment, and rental assistance to expedite the repair of affected vehicles equipped with R-1234yf A/C refrigerant, which may be contaminated.

NOTE: DO NOT connect an A/C recovery machine or pressure gauges to the vehicle unless directed by this article, as damage to the equipment may result.

 

SERVICE ACTION

If a vehicle equipped with R-1234yf refrigerant, with a build date between January 2, 2018 and January 26, 2018, exhibits a lack of A/C cooling with no associated DTCs, or requires recovery of R-

1234yf A/C refrigerant to complete a service repair, dealers are to obtain the equipment from FordeBay logo Motor Company necessary to evacuate the A/C system.  Once the refrigerant has been evacuated, dealers will replace the A/C components identified in this bulletin and recharge the system following the instructions in Attachment III.  This includes, but is not limited to damage caused by collision or other.  This service must be performed at no charge to the vehicle owner.

NOTE:  To obtain the loaner equipment, dealers are to submit a VIN-specific contact via the Special Service Support Center (SSSC) web contact site.  Follow the on-line instructions and complete the bailment agreement.  The SSSC web contact site can be accessed through the Professional Technician Society (PTS) website using the SSSC link listed at the bottom of the OASIS VIN report screen or listed under the SSSC tab.

  • Refrigerant recovery tanks can be kept to service additional vehicles affected by this recall if required (one refrigerant recovery tank can reclaim the refrigerant from up to 8 vehicles)
  • Dispose of the contaminated refrigerant recovery tank in accordance with local regulations when full or if no additional vehicles require repair.
  • Do not ship the contaminated refrigerant recovery tanks when returning the loaner equipment to FordeBay logo.

Loaner equipment may be requested for vehicles outside of new vehicles limited warranty.

 

OWNER NOTIFICATION MAILING SCHEDULE

Owner Letters will not be mailed for this program.

 

PARTS

DescriptionOrder QuantityClaim QuantityPart Number
Compressor11JL1Z-19703-AB
Compressor Assembly Gasket11DS7Z-19B596-A
Ford KIT - AIR CONDI
  • Geniune OEM part

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CERTAIN 2018 MODEL YEAR EXPEDITION AND NAVIGATOR VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH R-1234YF REFRIGERANT – SPECIAL R-1234YF REFRIGERANT SERVICE INFORMATION

 

SERVICE PROCEDURE

NOTICE: Keep all caps on new A/C components until time of connection.

1. Is the vehicle equipped with R-1234yf refrigerant? Vehicle build information can be verified in PTS under vehicle Information, then click on Additional Information. If equipped, build information will equal G3FAD – A/C REFRIGERANT- HF01234YF:

A. No, this program does not apply.

B. Yes, proceed to step 2.

2. Does vehicle have a production build date between January 2, 2018 and January 26, 2018?

A. No, this program does not apply.

B. Yes, proceed to step 3.

3. Does vehicle exhibit a lack of A/C cooling with no associated DTCs, or does vehicle require recovery of R-1234yf refrigerant to complete a service repair?

A. No, this program does not apply.

B. Yes, proceed to step 4.

4. Obtain the equipment from FordeBay logo Motor Company necessary to evacuate the A/C system by submitting a VIN-specific contact via the SSSC web contact site. The SSSC web contact site can be accessed through the PTS website using the SSSC link listed at the bottom of the OASIS VIN report screen or listed under the SSSC tab.

5. Once the loaner equipment has arrived, unpack the boxes and keep all boxes and packing material for return shipping.

6. Evacuate the A/C system.

A. Refrigerant recovery tanks can be kept to service additional vehicles affected by this recall if required (one refrigerant recovery tank can reclaim the refrigerant from up to 8 vehicles).

B. Refer to Dealer Setup Instructions (a copy will be in the box with the equipment and is also 18N01 Attachment V).

7. Replace the A/C Compressor. Please follow the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures in Section 412-00.

8. Charge the A/C system. Please follow the WSM procedures in Section 412-00.

9. Check for DTC’s. Please follow the WSM procedures in Section 100-00.

10. Check the vehicle A/C operation. Does vehicle exhibit a lack of A/C cooling with no
associated DTCs?

A. No, proceed to step 11.

B. Yes, diagnose and replace the affected A/C components.

11. Package the loaner equipment back into the original boxes and ship them back using the return shipping labels (be careful to apply correct shipping labels to correct boxes).

IMPORTANT NOTE: Federal law prohibits selling motor vehicle parts or components that are under safety, compliance, or emissions recall. Unless a part is requested to be returned to FordeBay logo, all parts replaced under this FSA must be scrapped in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal environmental protection and hazardous material regulations. Refer to the Parts Retention, Return, & Scrapping section of the FSA dealer bulletin for further information.

 


1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

Customer Satisfaction Program 18N01 – Supplement #2
April 1, 2021

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10191517

MC-10191517-0001.pdf 1514.06KB

 


NHTSA ID Number: 10149783

Manufacturer Communication Number: 18N01-S1

Summary

Certain 2018 Model Year Expedition and Navigator Vehicles Equipped With R-1234yf Refrigerant – Special R-1234yf Refrigerant Service Information

 

1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

Customer Satisfaction Program 18N01 – Supplement #1
September 13, 2018

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10149783

MC-10149783-9999.pdf 4549.942KB

 


NHTSA ID Number: 10144223

Manufacturer Communication Number: 18N01

Summary

Certain 2018 Model Year Expedition and Navigator Vehicles Equipped With R-1234yf Refrigerant – Special R-1234yf Refrigerant Service Information

 

1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

Customer Satisfaction Program 18N01
July 20, 2018

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10144223

MC-10144223-9999.pdf 4380.858KB

 


 

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