NHTSA ID Number: 10164508 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48130 Summary Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the glass and cause visual distortion … Read more
NHTSA ID Number: 10164600 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48152 Summary Some 2018 F-150 vehicles equipped with a B and O audio system may exhibit a CD player that stops playing intermittently. This may occur after switching from CD to AM/FM and back to CD. This may be due unexpected or corrupt data from a radio broadcast … Read more
NHTSA ID Number: 10164596 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 48135 Summary Some 2013-2020 vehicles equipped with an EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function. To support the proper diagnosis of this compressor, the EVDC control valve tester has been provided to each U.S. dealership (339-EVDC100). Ensure the A/C system has a full charge … Read more
August 28, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V633000 Reduced Seat Back Strength/FMVSS 202 & 207 A seat back with an improperly assembled recliner mechanism may have reduced strength and may not adequately restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V633 Manufacturer Ford Motor Company Components SEATS Potential Number of Units Affected 482,520 … Read more
NHTSA ID Number: 10210472 Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 22-2140 Summary Some 2015-2020 Mustang Shelby GT350/GT350R vehicles may exhibit a hesitation or surge in the vehicle with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) present. This may be accompanied by an inoperative cruise control system. This may be due to a transmission output shaft flange nut that has come loose, … Read more
