2.0L EcoBoost – Rattle Noise At The Transmission Bellhousing Area – 2015-2018 Ford Fusion & Lincoln MKZ

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NHTSA ID Number: 10225447 Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 22-2381 Summary Some 2015-2018 Fusion/MKZ vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a rattle noise from the transmission bellhousing area. This may be more noticeable at idle. This may be due to a flexplate crack around the mounting area. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure … Read more

22G04 – Hybrid Battery Reduced Electric Vehicle Operation BECM and PCM Software Update – 2012 Ford Fusion / Lincoln MKZ / Mercury Milan Hybrid

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NHTSA ID Number: 10222465 Manufacturer Communication Number: 22G04 Summary Certain 2010 âÂ?Â? 2012 Model Year Fusion / MKZ / Milan Hybrid Vehicles Hybrid Battery Reduced Electric Vehicle Operation BECM and PCM Software Update In all the affected vehicles, outdated software may result in reduced EV-only mode performance earlier in the life of the vehicle than intended.   … Read more

Integrated Diagnostic Software (IDS) – Error Message When Updating The All Wheel Drive-ATC Barcode – 2013-2016 Ford Escape & Fusion, Lincoln MKZ

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NHTSA ID Number: 10226752 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 51181 Summary Some 2013-2016 Escape/Fusion/MKZ vehicles may display an error message when updating the All Wheel Drive-ATC Barcode using the IDS service function after installing a new rear drive unit assembly (RDU) or active torque coupling (ATC) clutch assembly. To prevent this error from occurring, enter the universal ATC … Read more

Safety Recall 23S12 – Front Brake Flexible Hose Replacement – 2013-2018 Ford Fusion & Lincoln MKZ

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March 10, 2023 NHTSA CAMPAIGN NUMBER: 23V162000 Front Brake Hoses May Rupture A brake fluid leak will increase brake pedal travel and extend the distance needed to stop the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.   NHTSA Campaign Number: 23V162 Manufacturer Ford Motor Company Components SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC Potential Number of Units Affected 1,280,726   Summary Ford Motor Company … Read more

2.0L EcoBoost – Long Block Replacement Service Kits – 2017-2020 Ford Fusion & Lincoln MKZ, 2017-2019 Escape/MKC

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NHTSA ID Number: 10207136 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 50439 Summary Some 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ and 2017-2019 Escape/MKC vehicles equipped with a 2.0L EcoBoost engine may require replacement of the long block engine assembly. New service kits have been released which include all the one-time-use components required in the service procedure for removal and replacement of the long block … Read more