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2012 FORD Taurus
5 Recalls for 2012 FORD Taurus
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 2016-04-26 | AIR BAGS:FRONTAL | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2009-2012 Ford Flex, 2008 and 2010-2012 Ford Taurus, 2008-2009 Ford Taurus X, 2008 Mercury Sable, 2009 and 2011 Lincoln MKS vehicles. The driver frontal air bag may improperly inflate during second-stage deployment in the event of a high speed crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, “Occupant Crash Protection.” Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the driver’s frontal air bag module, as necessary, free of charge. The recall is expected to begin on June 13, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 16C06. |
| 2015-06-02 | STEERING:ELECTRIC POWER ASSIST SYSTEM | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford Fusion vehicles without a 3.5L engine and Lincoln MKZ hybrid electric vehicles, 2011 Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L GTDI engine and 2013 Ford Taurus, Ford Flex, Lincoln MKS, and Lincoln MKT vehicles equipped with any available engine. The affected vehicles have electric power steering assist systems that may shut down as a result of a steering motor sensor fault. Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the Power Steering Control Module (PSCM) for Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTC). If dealers find any loss of steering assist DTCs, the steering gear will be replaced, free of charge. If, no codes are found during the PSCM inspection, the PSCM software will be updated, free of charge. The recall began on July 21, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 15S18. |
| 2015-01-28 | STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2013 Ford Taurus vehicles manufactured December 1, 2009, to July 31, 2010, and 2011-2013 Lincoln MKS vehicles manufactured June 1, 2011, to October 31, 2011. In the affected vehicles, the interior door handle return spring may unseat, resulting in interior door handle that does not return to the fully stowed position after actuation. Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect all four of the interior door handles and either repair or replace them, free of charge. The recall began March 23, 2015. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 15S02. |
| 2014-05-29 | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2010-2014 Taurus vehicles manufactured November 24, 2008, through February 28, 2014, originally sold in, or currently registered in, Connecticut, Delaware, Illinois, Indiana, Iowa, Maine, Maryland, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Missouri, New Hampshire, New Jersey, New York, Ohio, Pennsylvania, Rhode Island, Vermont, West Virginia, Wisconsin and the District of Columbia. When used in areas that use road salt, the license plate lamp assembly may experience an electro-chemical reaction and corrosion as a result of water intrusion. Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the license plate lamp assemblies, free of charge. The recall began on July 26, 2014. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-800-392-3673. Ford’s number for this recall is 14S08. Note: Under program 14R01, Ford will notify owners in non-corrosion states, and, at the customer’s request, dealers will replace the license plate lamp assembly. |
| 2013-03-27 | FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY | Ford is recalling certain model year 2012 Taurus, Lincoln MKS, and model year 2013 Explorer vehicles manufactured July 19, 2011, through March 15, 2012. In the affected vehicles, the fuel tanks may have a marginally sealed seam in the side of the tank. As a result, the fuel tanks may not provide the expected strength in the event of an impact. The tanks may also leak. Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the fuel tanks and replace them as necessary, free of charge. The recall began on May 9, 2013. Ford’s recall campaign number is 13S03. Owners may contact Ford Motor Company Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332. |
0 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2012 FORD Taurus
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66 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2012 FORD Taurus
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-03-09 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11400025 | |||
| 2016-11-14 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10925717 | |||
| 2016-10-07 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10914484 | |||
| 2017-06-08 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10993926 | |||
| 2017-03-23 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10968132 | |||
| 2017-07-26 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11010711 | |||
| 2017-07-31 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11011749 | |||
| 2016-09-14 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10906726 | |||
| 2016-09-16 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10907159 | |||
| 2017-02-13 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10954263 | |||
| 2020-12-19 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 11384214 | |||
| 2020-11-27 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11376542 | |||
| 2020-10-11 |
ENGINE | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11363751 | |||
| 2020-06-18 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 11329588 | |||
| 2020-02-17 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11309748 | |||
| 2020-01-21 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11300675 | |||
| 2020-01-11 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11298595 | |||
| 2019-12-18 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11289883 | |||
| 2019-08-11 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | POWER TRAIN | VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 11243096 | |||
| 2019-05-02 |
ENGINE | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11205167 | |||
| 2019-07-02 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 11228997 | |||
| 2019-07-01 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11228824 | |||
| 2019-01-08 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11165897 | |||
| 2017-12-29 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11057436 | |||
| 2017-09-29 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11030547 | |||
| 2016-08-01 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10892246 | |||
| 2016-06-02 |
ENGINE | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10872215 | |||
| 2016-03-25 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10851647 | |||
| 2016-01-07 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10818825 | |||
| 2015-12-04 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10808374 | |||
| 2015-11-24 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10806494 | |||
| 2015-11-17 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10794465 | |||
| 2015-10-19 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10783257 | |||
| 2015-10-07 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10780508 | |||
| 2015-09-25 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10776615 | |||
| 2015-09-18 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10765082 | |||
| 2015-09-01 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10760780 | |||
| 2015-08-12 |
STEERING | TRACTION CONTROL SYSTEM | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 10748090 | |||
| 2015-08-12 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10748190 | |||
| 2015-08-05 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10746509 | |||
| 2015-07-15 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10734424 | |||
| 2015-07-18 |
ENGINE | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10734937 | |||
| 2015-06-15 |
STRUCTURE
ODI Number: 10725210 | |||
| 2015-06-08 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10723970 | |||
| 2015-05-04 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10714529 | |||
| 2015-05-04 |
STRUCTURE
ODI Number: 10714328 | |||
| 2015-04-23 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10712431 | |||
| 2015-04-24 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10712696 | |||
| 2014-09-23 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10638522 | |||
| 2014-07-02 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10607821 | |||
| 2014-07-02 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10607864 | |||
| 2014-04-30 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10585732 | |||
| 2013-11-09 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10551647 | |||
| 2013-10-25 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10549583 | |||
| 2013-08-08 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10534381 | |||
| 2013-07-02 |
STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10522817 | |||
| 2013-06-20 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING | STRUCTURE
ODI Number: 10520982 | |||
| 2013-05-13 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10511794 | |||
| 2013-02-07 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:HEADLIGHTS
ODI Number: 10496779 | |||
| 2012-08-28 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10473489 | |||
| 2012-05-01 |
VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
ODI Number: 10456982 | |||
| 2012-04-27 |
AIR BAGS
ODI Number: 10456725 | |||
| 2012-01-30 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10445837 | |||
| 2012-01-26 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10445485 | |||
| 2011-11-25 |
EXTERIOR LIGHTING
ODI Number: 10437238 | |||
| 2012-12-28 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10490300 |
0 Investigations for 2012 FORD Taurus
| Date Opened | Date Closed | Component |
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80 Service Alerts for 2012 FORD Taurus
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 2016-04-20 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Touchscreen navigation system – arabic language – blank screen Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-04-20 | 353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Touchscreen navigation system – arabic language – blank screen Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-04-20 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2012-2016 vehicles equipped with a touchscreen navigation system and the language set to Arabic may exhibit a blank screen. This may be the result of the ribbon cables not being fully seated inside the front display interface module (F Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2020-09-25 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2009-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbochargers may exhibit an oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket. Although oil may collect on the turbocharger, it is very rare fo Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-04-26 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
SSM 47948 – 2010-2019 Various Vehicles – Turbocharged Engines – Oil Supply Filter Replacement When Replacing The Turbocharger Or The Turbocharger Oil Supply Tube For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing an Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-08-07 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-07-02 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-07-02 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-27 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
Some 2011-2019 Taurus/Police Interceptor Sedan vehicles may exhibit a loose and/or sagging headliner near the high mounted stoplamp. This may be caused by the headliner mounting bracket separating from the headliner. To resolve the conditio Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-07 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-07 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-01-17 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2012-2019 Vehicles may require repairs to the Smartlink system. Smartlink is a Ford Licensed Accessory which has a warranty provided by the accessory manufacturer. Warranty replacement parts for Smartlink that are ordered through Ford Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-11-14 | 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related concerns, all steps within the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedure must be followed including replacement of all mandatory discarded parts Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-07 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-07 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-07 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-27 | 160000 STRUCTURE
Some 2011-2019 Taurus/Police Interceptor Sedan vehicles may exhibit a loose and/or sagging headliner near the high mounted stoplamp. This may be caused by the headliner mounting bracket separating from the headliner. To resolve the conditio Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-02-27 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2011-2019 Taurus/Police Interceptor Sedan vehicles may exhibit a loose and/or sagging headliner near the high mounted stoplamp. This may be caused by the headliner mounting bracket separating from the headliner. To resolve the conditio Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-04-11 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2007-2016 Edge/MKX/Flex/MKT/MKZ/MKS/Taurus/Police Interceptor Sedan/Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with AWD and built on or before 30-Jun-2016 may exhibit a propane or natural gas odor during idle or low speed dr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-04-11 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2007-2016 Edge/MKX/Flex/MKT/MKZ/MKS/Taurus/Police Interceptor Sedan/Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with AWD and built on or before 30-Jun-2016 may exhibit a propane or natural gas odor during idle or low speed dr Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-30 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Linco Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-03-22 | 162810 STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
Some 2011-2017 Taurus/Police Interceptor Sedan vehicles may exhibit a loose and/or sagging headliner near the high mounted stoplamp. This may be caused by the headliner mounting bracket separating from the headliner. Follow the Service Proc Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer – Parts a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer – Parts a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-01-10 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer – Parts a Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2018-02-14 | 353400 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use the Spotify app via AppLink. As of an update released on 1/15/2018 Spotify will no longer be supporting their AppLink integration. No re Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-11-02 | 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-11-02 | 110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-09-16 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
FORD: SOME 2010 TO 2014 FORD TAURUS AND 2013 TO 2014 POLICE INCEPTOR SEDAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM 2010 TO 2014 ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE 14S08 LICENSE PLATE LAMP ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT SAFETY RECALL. *TA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-09-16 | 355100 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS
FORD: SOME 2010 TO 2014 FORD TAURUS AND 2013 TO 2014 POLICE INCEPTOR SEDAN VEHICLES MANUFACTURED FROM 2010 TO 2014 ARE NOT INCLUDED IN THE 14S08 LICENSE PLATE LAMP ASSEMBLY REPLACEMENT SAFETY RECALL. *TA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-02-27 | 105000 POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE
SOME 2007-2016 EDGE/MKX/FLEX/MKT/MKZ/MKS/TAURUS/TAURUS POLICE/EXPLORER/EXPLORER POLICE EQUIPPED WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 30-JUN-2016 MAY EXHIBIT A TICKING AND/OR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVELINE AREA. TO IDE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2017-02-27 | 355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
SOME 2007-2016 EDGE/MKX/FLEX/MKT/MKZ/MKS/TAURUS/TAURUS POLICE/EXPLORER/EXPLORER POLICE EQUIPPED WITH ALL WHEEL DRIVE (AWD) AND BUILT ON OR BEFORE 30-JUN-2016 MAY EXHIBIT A TICKING AND/OR KNOCKING NOISE COMING FROM THE DRIVELINE AREA. TO IDE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-07-01 | 133000 VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
FORD: NO SERVICE ACTION IS RECOMMENDED FOR THIS CONDITION. PLEASE USE AT YOUR DISCRETION. VARIOUS 2010-2015 VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A TURBULENCE NOISE, SIMILAR TO AN HELICOPTER NOISE, AT HIGHWAY SPEEDS WHEN THE REAR DOOR WINDOW(S) OR SUNROO Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN: LONG BLOCK ENGINES SHIPPED WITH CAM SENSORS, CRANK SENSOR, CRANK SENSOR TONE WHEEL, COOLANT INLET TUBE, THE COMPONENTS MUST BE SWAPPED OVER ENGINE BEING REPLACED TO REPLACEMENT ENGINE BEFORE ENGINE IS INSTALLED. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-01 | 111000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
FORD/LINCOLN: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE INTELLIGENT ACCESS OR PUSH BUTTON START MAY HAVE AN INTERMITTENT IKT, SIMILAR SYMPTOMS AS DISCHARGED IKT BATTERY. MODELS 2012-2013 F-150, F SUPER DUTY, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, FLEX, EDGE, EXPLORER, TA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-01 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
FORD/LINCOLN: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE INTELLIGENT ACCESS OR PUSH BUTTON START MAY HAVE AN INTERMITTENT IKT, SIMILAR SYMPTOMS AS DISCHARGED IKT BATTERY. MODELS 2012-2013 F-150, F SUPER DUTY, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, FLEX, EDGE, EXPLORER, TA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-05-01 | 063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
FORD: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE INTAKE AIR SYSTEM COMPONENTS MAY HAVE ENGINE OIL ACCUMULATION, IN LEFT HAND VALVE COVER BAFFLE MIGRATING THROUGH FRESH AIR INTAKE OF POSITIVE CRANKCASE VENTILATION (PCV) SYSTEM. MODELS 2011-2013 EDGE, EXPLORE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 061320 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 062300 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063110 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063130 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-21 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
The Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (ETBs). The ETC_ACT and ETC_DSD PIDs should not used to diagnose possible ETB concerns. The IDS has a limited refresh rate Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-30 | 150000 SEAT BELTS
Some vehicles may have a concern where the safety belt retractor webbing does not extract from the stowed position or exhibits excessive pressure on the occupant during use. This may be due to a normal condition which happens when the seatb Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-09-30 | 151300 SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR
Some vehicles may have a concern where the safety belt retractor webbing does not extract from the stowed position or exhibits excessive pressure on the occupant during use. This may be due to a normal condition which happens when the seatb Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-10-17 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SOME 2008-2017 FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC MAY GENERATE A VHR THAT IDENTIFIES A CONCERN WITH THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION CATEGORY INDICATING SERVICE IS REQUIRED DUE TO A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IF THE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-12-16 | 062200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN
FORD/LINCOLN: DUE TO A LACK OF PERFORMANCE BY AIR CONDITIONER, WHILE STATIONARY OR OVERHEATING OR SLOWLY MOVING, DUAL ENGINE COOLING FANS MAY NOT BE WORKING AND POSSIBLY NEED TO REPROGRAM THE PCM. MODEL 2011-2012 TAURUS, FLEX, MKS, MKT. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2015-05-01 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
LINCOLN/FORD: AN OVERHAUL TRANSMISSION MOTORCRAFT KIT, AVAILABLE FOR SOME VEHICLES, CONTAINS AN INCORRECT VALVE BODE SEPARATOR PLATE AND WOULD NEED TO DISCARD 7Z490 PART AND USE BT4Z-7Z490 TO PREVENT HARSH DOWNSHIFTS. MODEL 2010-12 EDGE, Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-08-26 | 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
FORD/LINCOLN: THERE IS AN EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE LOSS OF ABS SPEED SIGNAL RELATED COMMUNICATION THAT DISABLE OBDII SYSTEM MONITORS FOR PCM REPROGRAMMING. MODEL 2011-14 F-SUPER DUTY, ESCAPE, TAURUS, FUSION, MKT, MKZ. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-08-26 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
FORD/LINCOLN: THERE IS AN EXTENDED WARRANTY COVERAGE FOR THE LOSS OF ABS SPEED SIGNAL RELATED COMMUNICATION THAT DISABLE OBDII SYSTEM MONITORS FOR PCM REPROGRAMMING. MODEL 2011-14 F-SUPER DUTY, ESCAPE, TAURUS, FUSION, MKT, MKZ. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2012-03-01 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN: SOME VEHICLES EXHIBIT A COLD WEATHER PHENOMENON WHERE FLUID HAS EXPELLED OUT OF VENT ON REAR DRIVE UNITS (RDU) AND FLUID, ON OCCASION, WOULD BURP OUT. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-05-13 | 204000 WHEELS:HUB
FORD/LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, WHEN ACCELERATING FROM STOP OR SHIFTING BETWEEN DRIVE/REVERSE AND/OR REVERSE/DRIVE, A NOISE IS HEARD LIKE POP, TING, CLICK, COMING FROM FRONT WHEEL AREA. MODELS 2011-2013 TAURUS, EXPLORER, FLEX, MKS, MKT. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-14 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
LINCOLN/FORD: IN POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM), THAT ALLOWS ANTI LOCK BRAKE SYSTEM (ABS) AND OUTPUT SHAFT SPEED SENSOR (OSS) SIGNAL FAULTS, A SOFTWARE ERROR HAS OCCUR AND DISABLED ON BOARD DIAGNOSTIC (OBD) MONITORS WITH NO ILLUMINATION O Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-01 | 221600 SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST
LINCOLN/FORD: ON SOME VEHICLES AND TRUCKS, THERE IS A POPPING, SQUEALING, BINDING OR GRINDING NOISE COME FROM POWER SEATS WHEN MOVING BACKWARDS OR FORWARD. MODEL 2009-2015 F-150, TAURUS, FLEX, MKT, MKS, F-SUPER DUTY, EXPLORER. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-15 | 350000 EQUIPMENT
FORD:LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, THERE ARE VARIOUS RELATED CONCERNS ABOUT THE SYNC FEATURES, SUCH AS SYNC FEATURES INOPERATIVE, LACK OF OR SLOW RESPONSE TO PHONE AND VOICE BUTTON OPERATION. MODELS 2012-2013 FOCUS, E-SERIES, EDGE, EXPEDITIO Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-15 | 353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
FORD:LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, THERE ARE VARIOUS RELATED CONCERNS ABOUT THE SYNC FEATURES, SUCH AS SYNC FEATURES INOPERATIVE, LACK OF OR SLOW RESPONSE TO PHONE AND VOICE BUTTON OPERATION. MODELS 2012-2013 FOCUS, E-SERIES, EDGE, EXPEDITIO Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-06-15 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FORD:LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, THERE ARE VARIOUS RELATED CONCERNS ABOUT THE SYNC FEATURES, SUCH AS SYNC FEATURES INOPERATIVE, LACK OF OR SLOW RESPONSE TO PHONE AND VOICE BUTTON OPERATION. MODELS 2012-2013 FOCUS, E-SERIES, EDGE, EXPEDITIO Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2013-12-01 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FORD: DUE TO EXCESSIVE LUBE LOSS FROM PTU, OR INTERNAL PTU FAILURE, SOME TRUCKS, WILL EXPERIENCE CONTAMINATION OR SLUDGING OF PTU LUBE, RESULTING IN AN INCREASED INTERNAL LUBE TEMPERATURE. MODEL 2011-2014 EXPLORER, TAURUS SHO. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-05-11 | 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) INOPERATIVE – DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0645 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-05-11 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) INOPERATIVE – DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0645 Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-10-17 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
SOME 2008-2017 FORD/MERCURY/LINCOLN VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SYNC MAY GENERATE A VHR THAT IDENTIFIES A CONCERN WITH THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION CATEGORY INDICATING SERVICE IS REQUIRED DUE TO A BRAKE SYSTEM WARNING LAMP BEING ILLUMINATED. IF THE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-11-17 | 010000 STEERING
SOME 2010-2016 EPAS EQUIPPED VEHICLES MAY EXHIBIT STEERING RELATED NOISES. THE WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM) DIAGNOSTIC PROCEDURES HAVE BEEN UPDATED IN SECTION 211-02. WHEN DIAGNOSING AND REPAIRING EPAS STEERING NOISES USE THE UPDATED PROCEDURES. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-30 | 063200 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
FORD/LINCOLN: SOME VEHICLES, WITH ALUMINUM VALVE COVER, WILL EXPERIENCE AN EXCESSIVE CONDITION OF SMOKING ENGINE OIL AND/OR CONSUMPTION OF OIL, FROM TAIL PIPE, DURING NORMAL ENGINE TEMPERATURE OPERATION. MODEL 2010-2014 FLEX, TAURUS, EXP Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-30 | 060000 ENGINE (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN: SOME VEHICLES, WITH ALUMINUM VALVE COVER, WILL EXPERIENCE AN EXCESSIVE CONDITION OF SMOKING ENGINE OIL AND/OR CONSUMPTION OF OIL, FROM TAIL PIPE, DURING NORMAL ENGINE TEMPERATURE OPERATION. MODEL 2010-2014 FLEX, TAURUS, EXP Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-19 | 061120 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER
FORD/LINCOLN: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE A ROUGH IDLE, IN GASOLINE TURBOCHARGED DIRECT INJECTION (GTDI) ENGINE, MAY OCCUR AFTER HOT START. MODEL 2012-2014 FLEX, TAURUS, EXPLORER, MKT. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-01-29 | 356000 EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
FORD: AT REAR WINDOW GLASS, AROUND HIGH MOUNTED STOP LAMP AREA, HEADLINER IS DROPPING DOWN OR IS LOOSE, ON SOME VEHICLES, DUE TO MOUNTING BRACKETS SEPARATING FROM HEADLINER. MODEL 2011-2014 TAURUS. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-01-20 | 357100 EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
FORD/LINCOLN: SOME VEHICLES WILL EXPERIENCE A LACK OF AIR CONDITIONING (AC) PERFORMANCE, WITH DUAL ENGINE COOLING FANS, WHILE STATIONARY OR MOVING AT SLOW SPEEDS, AND/OR OVERHEAT. MODEL 2011-2012 TAURUS, MKS, EXPLORER, FLEX, MKT. *P Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-05-01 | 030000 BRAKES (PWS)
FORD/LINCOLN: DUE TO CORROSION BUILDUP BETWEEN BRAKE PAD AND ANCHOR BRACKET, VEHICLE EXPERIENCE A REAR BRAKE DRAG CONDITION AND NEED TO BE CHECKED FOR DEBRIS AND/OR CORROSION. MODEL 2011-2014 EXPLORER, FLEX, TAURUS, EDGE, MKX, MKT, MKS. Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
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