Ford Lincoln & Mercury Recalls, Technical Service Bulletins TSB's, Diagnostic & Repair Tips
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: 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 29, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V632000 Steering Gear Motor May Detach If the bolts corrode, the steering gear motor may detach from the gear housing resulting in a loss of power steering assist, requiring a greater steering effort, especially at lower speeds, and increasing the risk of a crash. NHTSA Campaign Number: 19V632 Manufacturer Ford Motor … 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
August 5, 2019 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 19V575000 Vehicles Still in Factory Mode/FMVSS 114/102 Without the cover, the MPR lever may be unintentionally moved, allowing the vehicle to roll away. Being in Factory Mode, the vehicle will not display warnings and/or gear selection on the instrument cluster. Both conditions increase the risk of a crash. NHTSA … Read more