Fluid Leak Between the Engine and Transmission – 2011-2014 Ford Fiesta & 2012-2014 Focus

NHTSA ID Number: 10148720

Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 47563

 

Summary

Some 2011-2014 Fiesta and 2012-2014 Focus vehicles equipped with a DPS6 transmission may experience a fluid leak between the engine and transmission. Be aware that the engine oil and DPS6 transmission fluid are similar in color and texture. A transmission fluid leak at the input shaft seal can cause a buildup of fluid in the bell housing; creating the appearance of a rear main seal leak. The rear main seal should only be replaced after a rear main seal failure is confirmed through appropriate diagnostics outlined in the updated online Workshop Manual (WSM) Section 303-00 / Diagnosis and Testing with the use of Fluorescent dye (164-TP33200601).

 

10 Affected Products

Vehicles

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FORDeBay logoFIESTA2011-2014
FORDeBay logoFOCUS2012-2014
FORDeBay logoFOCUS ELECTRIC2012-2014

 


1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

SSM 47563

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10148720

MC-10148720-9999.pdf 37.219KB

 


 

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