SSM 45880
NHTSA communication ID: 10091140
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
2013-2017 EXPLORER, TAURUS, MKS EXHAUST STUDS NOT MISSING
Source components: ENGINE · EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10091140 at NHTSAThe manufacturer’s record · Page 2 of 2
2015 Ford EXPLORER
Manufacturer communications & TSBs.Page 2
Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 101–124 of 124, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Jul 22, 2014–Jun 16, 2016.
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NHTSA download snapshot: Sep 28, 2026. These are communication associations for this vehicle, not unique defects. How records are joined and counted.
TSB160066
NHTSA communication ID: 10205031
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Touchscreen navigation system - arabic language - blank screen
Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM).
Source record 10205031 at NHTSA16-0066
NHTSA communication ID: 10183767
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 (FDIM) or an improper software configuration of the FDIM.
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10183767 at NHTSA16B10
NHTSA communication ID: 10183749
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
In some of the affected vehicles, the front control/display interface module (FCDIM) may have been unintentionally programmed for the European market instead of the North American market
Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.
Source record 10183749 at NHTSATSB160047
NHTSA communication ID: 10205012
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
Harsh Engagement during elevated idle - Ambient temperature below -9 C. Some 2013-2015 Explorer vehicles located in Russia and equipped with a 3.5L Twin independent variable camshaft time (Ti-VCT) EFNGINE, MAY EXHIBIT A HARSH ENGAGEMENT DURING ELEVATED IDLE. tHE CONDITION USUALLY OCCURS WHILE AMBIENT TEMPERATURE IS BELOW -9 c.
Source components: ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.
Source record 10205012 at NHTSA16-0047
NHTSA communication ID: 10075277
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
HARSH ENGAGEMENT DURING ELEVATED IDLE - AMBIENT TEMPERATURE BELOW -9 °C ISSUE Some 2013-2015 Explorer vehicles located in Russia and equipped with a 3.5L Twin independent Variable Camshaft Timing (Ti-VCT) engine, may exhibit a harsh engagement during elevated idle. The condition usually occurs while ambient temperature is below -9°C. ACTION Reprogram the powertrain control module (PCM) to the latest calibration using IDS release 99.04 or higher. Make sure you are connected to the internet when entering module programming to obtain the latest updates. Calibration files may also be obtained at www.motorcraftservice.com.
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10075277 at NHTSATSB160045
NHTSA communication ID: 10205010
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
2.0L Ecoboost - Fuel odor
Source components: ENGINE · FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE.
Source record 10205010 at NHTSA16-0045
NHTSA communication ID: 10075275
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
2.0L ECOBOOST - FUEL ODOR ISSUE Some 2013-2016 Escape, 2015-2016 MKC vehicles built on or before 12/15/2015, 2013-2016 Fusion, MKZ, 2013-2015 Explorer, 2013-2014 Focus ST and Edge vehicles equipped with 2.0L EcoBoost engines may exhibit fuel odor originating from the positive crankcase ventilation (PCV) hose. SERVICE PROCEDURE 1. Is the vehicle a 2016 Escape or MKC? a. Yes - check the vehicle build date. Was the vehicle built on or before 12/15/2015? (1) Yes - proceed to Step 2. (2) No - this article does not apply. b. No - proceed to Step 2. 2. Inspect the PCV hose to make sure it is properly connected to the valve cover and the low pressure intake duct. a. For Escape and Focus ST vehicles remove the cowl panel grille to access the hose. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-02. b. For Edge vehicles remove the air cleaner outlet pipe to access the hose. Refer to WSM, Section 303-12. 3. Does the PCV hose exhibit a fuel smell or was the hose disconnected? a. Yes - replace hose and reassemble the vehicle. b. No - Refer to WSM, Section 303-13 for normal diagnosis.
Source components: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM.
Source record 10075275 at NHTSATSB160001
NHTSA communication ID: 10204987
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
49 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - March 2016 Air bag warning light illuminated with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B141B and/or B141C
Source components: AIR BAGS · ENGINE · EQUIPMENT · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN · STRUCTURE.
Source record 10204987 at NHTSALTR3756
NHTSA communication ID: 10204986
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
49 CFR Part 579.5 Monthly Communications - January 2016
Source components: AIR BAGS · ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE · FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN · STRUCTURE.
Source record 10204986 at NHTSATSB150156
NHTSA communication ID: 10204979
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
2.0 GTDI/2.3L - Front wheel drive - Bibration and/or grinding/banging/clicking noise
Source components: POWER TRAIN.
Source record 10204979 at NHTSA15-0156
NHTSA communication ID: 10074660
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
SUMMARY TO BE PROVIDED ON A FUTURE DATE.
Source components: EQUIPMENT.
Source record 10074660 at NHTSASB45277
NHTSA communication ID: 10058616
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD: TRANSMISSION FLUID LEAK FROM CONVERTER HOUSING AREA ON POLICE UTILITY EQUIPPED WITH 6F50/6F55 TRANSMISSION *CN
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10058616 at NHTSA15-0113
NHTSA communication ID: 10058235
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD EXPLORER 2014-2016: BULLETIN INFORMATION INVOLVING VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH SECOND ROW INFLATABLE SEAT BELTS MAY EXHIBIT AN AIRBAG WARNING LIGHT ILLUMINATED WITH DTC B141B AND B141C. *LJ
Source components: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE:INFLATOR MODULE.
Source record 10058235 at NHTSA15-0111
NHTSA communication ID: 10058233
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD EXPLORER 2015: BULLETIN INFORMATION ON SOME VEHICLES EXHIBIT, AT HIGHER SPEEDS, WIND NOISE COMING FROM THE WINDSHIELD COWL PANEL GRILLE AREA. *LJ
Source components: VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD.
Source record 10058233 at NHTSAASI-45212
NHTSA communication ID: 10059062
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD: SOME VEHICLES AND TRUCKS ARE EXPERIENCING A MALFUNCTION WITH THE HEATED STEERING WHEEL BECOMING INOPERATIVE AND ON DEMAND TEST FAILURE. MODEL 2014-15 FUSION, 2011-15 MKX, 2013-15 SUPER DUTY, EXPLORER, TAURUS, MKS, MKT, 2015 F-150, MKZ, MKC, 2011-15 MKX. *PE
Source components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR.
Source record 10059062 at NHTSAASI-45239
NHTSA communication ID: 10058625
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD: SOME VEHICLES TRANSMISSION WILL EXPERIENCE, AFTER A COLD SOAK OR AN EXTENDED PERIOD WITH ENGINE OFF, A 2-3 SHIFT HESITATION DUE TO POSSIBLE HYDRAULIC CIRCUIT DRAIN. MODEL 2013-16 VARIOUS VEHICLES. *PE
Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION.
Source record 10058625 at NHTSAASI-45211
NHTSA communication ID: 10058601
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
LINCOLN/FORD: ONCE PROCEDURE FOR HEATED STEERING WHEEL MODULE PROGRAM COMPLETED, HEATED STEERING WHEEL FAILS TO OPERATE PROPERLY AND PASSES NETWORK TEST BUT FAILS ON DEMAND SELF TEST. MODEL 2011-15 FUSION F-150, EXPLORER, TAURUS, SUPER DUTY, MKZ, MKC, MKS, MKT, MKX. *PE
Source components: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR.
Source record 10058601 at NHTSA44863
NHTSA communication ID: 10057834
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
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 SUNROOF ARE OPEN. *TA
Source components: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS.
Source record 10057834 at NHTSA44985
NHTSA communication ID: 10058219
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD EXPLORER 2011-2015: BULLETIN INFORMATION REGARDING THE FRONT GLASS WINDOW CHATTERING UP/DOWN WHILE TRAVELING. THE FRONT WINDOW REGULATOR MOTOR NEEDS TO BE REPLACED. *LJ
Source components: VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS.
Source record 10058219 at NHTSA44856
NHTSA communication ID: 10057831
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD: CERTAIN 2013-2015 FORD FUSION AND TAURUS, 2011-2015 FORD EXPLORER, 2013-2014 FORD EDGE AND FLEX, 2013-2015 LINCOLN MKS, MKX, AND 2013-2014 LINCOLN MKT VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE PROBLEMS WITH THE CRUISE CONTROL SPEED THAT DOESN'T MATCH THE SPEEDOMETER SPEED. *TA
Source components: VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL · VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL.
Source record 10057831 at NHTSA14-0223
NHTSA communication ID: 10058153
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD EXPLORER 2012-2015, FORD TAURUS 2013-2015: SOME VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH 2.0L GASOLINE TURBOCHARGED DIRECT INJECTION ENGINES BUILT BEFORE 10/05/2014 MAY HAVE LACK OF POWER AND MALFUNCTION ILLUMINATED LAMP CODE DUE TO AMBIENT TEMPERATURES BELOW 0 DEGREES CELSIUS. *LJ
Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.
Source record 10058153 at NHTSATSB-14-0130
NHTSA communication ID: 10056924
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD: THERE IS AN EXHAUST ODOR IN VEHICLES WHEN AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM IS ON AND IT SMELLS LIKE SULFUR. MODEL 2011-15 EXPLORER. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10056924 at NHTSATSB-14-0130
NHTSA communication ID: 10056901
NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio
FORD: WHEN AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM IS ON, AN EXHAUST ODOR, LIKE SULFUR, CAN BE SMELLED. MODEL 2011-15 EXPLORER. *PE
Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.
Source record 10056901 at NHTSA