HF45 Transmission – Rattle Noise On Cold Start – 2020-2022 Ford Escape

2022 Ford Escape

NHTSA ID Number: 10208346 Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 22-2061 Summary Some 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with an HF45 transmission may exhibit a rattle noise on cold start up only when the engine is running. This noise may be more prevalent in cold weather conditions, typically at or below 0°C (32°F). This may be due to the software … Read more

Rattle/Buzz Originating In The Right Rear Quarter Area – 2020-2021 Ford Escape Hybrid

2021 Ford Escape

NHTSA ID Number: 10200759 Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 21-2271 Summary Some 2020 and 2021 Escape Hybrid vehicles built on or before 19-Jul-2021 may exhibit a rattle/buzz originating in the right rear quarter area. This may be due to the pedestrian alert control module (PACM) internal connector vibrating against the metal housing when subjected to audio frequencies between … Read more

2.0L EcoBoost – Rattle Noise At The Transmission Bellhousing Area – 2015-2020 Ford Fusion & Lincoln MKZ

2020 Ford Fusion Hybrid

NHTSA ID Number: 10202708 Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 21-2347   Summary Some 2015-2020 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 … Read more

Rattle/Buzz Noise From the Center Console/Cowl Area – Engine Speed Around 1500 Revolutions Per Minute (RPM) – 2020-2021 Ford Explorer & Lincoln Aviator – Hybrid

2021 Ford Explorer

NHTSA ID Number: 10194648 Manufacturer Communication Number: SSM 49830   Summary Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a buzzing noise coming from the center console or cowl area with engine speed around 1500 RPM at idle or while driving. This may be due to the transmission park manual release cable vibrating against the transmission. This can … Read more

Customer Satisfaction Program 21N03 – Cam Phaser Replacement – 2017-2020 Ford F-150, 2018-2020 Expedition, & 2018-2020 Lincoln Navigator

2020 Ford F-150

NHTSA ID Number: 10209366 Manufacturer Communication Number: 21N03-S4 Summary Certain 2017-2020 Model Year F-150, 2018-2020 Expedition, and 2018-2020 Navigator Vehicles Equipped with a 3.5L GTDI EngineCam Phase Replacement. Parts Requirements / Order information – Intake Gaskets HL3Z-9439-A should be inspected and only replaced if damaged. It is no longer required to replace these gaskets.   … Read more