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2012 Ford TAURUS
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Original record summaries, dates and identifiers for this model-year. Records 1–53 of 53, ordered newest first. Dated records on this page: Mar 1, 2012–Feb 24, 2026.

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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.

Feb 24, 2026Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 54601

NHTSA communication ID: 11029052

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label printed on the body control module (BCM). The Factory Keyless Entry Code application within the diagnostic scan tool will not provide an applicable master code for the accessory wireless keypad. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is not available, the "Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide" can be referenced and provides direction on how to retrieve the master code. This guide is located under the Workshop Manual tab > Accessories > Installation > Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide > PPT C > Step C2.<br /><br /> Note: The only available keypad for some vehicles from the assembly plant is the accessory wireless keyless entry keypad. The integrated wired keypad cannot be installed on vehicles not equipped from the factory with a wired keyless entry k

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · STRUCTURE:BODY · UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

Source record 11029052 at NHTSA
Oct 10, 2024Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 53040

NHTSA communication ID: 11008948

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions.

Source components: UNKNOWN OR OTHER.

Source record 11008948 at NHTSA
Apr 24, 2024Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 52476

NHTSA communication ID: 10254138

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is lost, follow these steps to recover the code. Dealer Key Code access is granted through the Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES); dealership management can authorize users. The authorized user must go to FMCDealer.com > Parts and Service > Parts Product Line Information > Keys/Entry Devices > Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Follow the instructions on the screen to obtain the master code for the accessory keypad.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10254138 at NHTSA
Sep 25, 2020Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 49210

NHTSA communication ID: 10180428

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 for a turbocharger to leak oil. To isolate the source of the leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 General Information > Diagnosis and Testing > Engine > Engine Oil Leaks - Fluorescent Oil Additive Method procedure. When an oil leak is present at a turbocharger oil supply or drain tube, remove the affected oil tube and inspect for damage, and replace the O-ring seals, pedestal gasket or oil tube as required. Refer to WSM, Section 303-04. For claiming, use the affected oil tube or pedestal gasket as the causal part and applicable labor operations in Sections 6 and 9 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING.

Source record 10180428 at NHTSA
Aug 7, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 48123

NHTSA communication ID: 10164497

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 and negative battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-BA are available for this type of repair. Do not cut or shorten the battery cable, instead carefully remove the affected battery cable clamp and clean the cable end as necessary to preserve wire length. Some rework may be necessary for some vehicle environments. Bend the new positive battery cable clamp as needed and crimp it to the existing battery cable. Make sure to use heat shrink tubing over the battery cable to battery cable clamp connection. Obtain the heat shrink tube locally.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM.

Source record 10164497 at NHTSA
Jul 2, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 48070

NHTSA communication ID: 10163573

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 function at various fan speed settings. This may be due to a poor electrical connection at the blower motor speed control. If the blower motor speed control is determined to be the causal part, replacement of the electrical connector pigtail harness (14S411) to the blower motor speed control is also recommended to avoid repeat repairs. Use pigtail harness service part numbers 3U2Z-14S411-ZEA or CU2Z-14S411-FA, as both parts are interchangeable. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cell 5 for recommended splicing procedures.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10163573 at NHTSA
May 10, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47976

NHTSA communication ID: 10160931

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignment dowel pins are present as well as the engine crankshaft dowel pin, if equipped, when installing the transmission. Failure to adequately lubricate the converter hub greatly increases the likelihood of the flexplate cracking in the future. Missing dowels may cause a misalignment issue also resulting in a premature failure. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01.

Source components: POWER TRAIN.

Source record 10160931 at NHTSA
Apr 26, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47948

NHTSA communication ID: 10159494

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 and/or replacing turbo related concerns, all steps within the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedure must be followed including replacement of all mandatory discarded parts. When specified in the WSM, the turbocharger oil supply filter must be replaced whenever the turbocharger or the turbocharger oil supply tube are replaced. Turbocharger bearing failure may occur if oil starvation occurs due to a restricted filter.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10159494 at NHTSA
Feb 27, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB 19-2051

NHTSA communication ID: 10156869

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 condition, reapply adhesive to the headliner mounting bracket.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · STRUCTURE.

Source record 10156869 at NHTSA
Feb 27, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB 19-2051

NHTSA communication ID: 10155557

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 condition, reapply adhesive to the headliner mounting bracket.

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10155557 at NHTSA
Feb 7, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47797

NHTSA communication ID: 10156877

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 function at various fan speed settings. This may be due to a poor electrical connection at the blower motor speed control. If the blower motor speed control is determined to be the causal part, replacement of the electrical connector pigtail harness (14S411) to the blower motor speed control is also recommended to avoid repeat repairs. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cell 5 for recommended splicing procedures. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cells 54/55 to obtain the service pigtail connector part number.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10156877 at NHTSA
Feb 7, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47797

NHTSA communication ID: 10155565

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 function at various fan speed settings. This may be due to a poor electrical connection at the blower motor speed control. If the blower motor speed control is determined to be the causal part, replacement of the electrical connector pigtail harness (14S411) to the blower motor speed control is also recommended to avoid repeat repairs. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cell 5 for recommended splicing procedures. Refer to Wiring Diagram, Cells 54/55 to obtain the service pigtail connector part number.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10155565 at NHTSA
Jan 17, 2019Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47749

NHTSA communication ID: 10153969

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 are not reimbursable through the Ford Motor Company warranty system. Please see the Warranty and Policy Manual for further information on Ford Licensed Accessories.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10153969 at NHTSA
Nov 14, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47662

NHTSA communication ID: 10152473

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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. For all turbocharged engine applications, the turbocharger oil supply filter (6C683 gas engine/6L625 connector style or 6A968 diesel engine) must be replaced whenever the turbocharger or the turbocharger oil supply tube are replaced. Turbocharger bearing failure may occur if oil starvation occurs due to a restricted filter.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.

Source record 10152473 at NHTSA
Apr 11, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47230

NHTSA communication ID: 10137131

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 driving. This may be due to break down of the power transfer unit (PTU) fluid caused by excessive heat. If the source of the odor is identified as originating from the PTU, an idler bearing repair kit is available to repair the PTU. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 308-07. If the PTU is determined to be repairable, utilize kit GB5Z-7P258-A and the included instruction sheet. For claiming use causal part 7P258 and applicable labor operations in section 07 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10137131 at NHTSA
Mar 30, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47201

NHTSA communication ID: 10137113

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 Lincoln vehicle. Only approved Genuine Ford accessories or originally installed systems are supported and certified to function correctly with other vehicle systems. If you suspect a system has been modified, the following resources can be used to verify original equipment: Monroney Label (Window Sticker), Professional Technician Society (PTS) OASIS tab  select SYNC or HVBOM. For Genuine Ford accessories use: PTS Workshop Tab  select Dealer Installed Accessory or Accessory Installation.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10137113 at NHTSA
Mar 22, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB18-2096

NHTSA communication ID: 10137075

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 Procedure steps to correct the condition.

Source components: STRUCTURE:BODY:HOOD:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS.

Source record 10137075 at NHTSA
Feb 14, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47080

NHTSA communication ID: 10136597

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 repair attempts should be attempted to correct this concern.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC..

Source record 10136597 at NHTSA
Jan 10, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47009

NHTSA communication ID: 10140323

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 and Service - Parts Product Line Information - Keys/Entry Devices - Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Access to this site is granted through Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES) and Dealer Principal, General Manager or Parts and Service Director can authorize users. Once authorized the retrieval process for master code can be obtained. The master code for the Accessory Keyless Entry Keypad cannot be retrieved from the body control module(BCM) with a diagnostic tool.

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10140323 at NHTSA
Jan 10, 2018Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 47009

NHTSA communication ID: 10138524

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 and Service - Parts Product Line Information - Keys/Entry Devices - Aftermarket Keyless Entry Keypad Code Access. Access to this site is granted through Dealer Program Enrollment System (DPES) and Dealer Principal, General Manager or Parts and Service Director can authorize users. Once authorized the retrieval process for master code can be obtained. The master code for the Accessory Keyless Entry Keypad cannot be retrieved from the body control module(BCM) with a diagnostic tool.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10138524 at NHTSA
Nov 2, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46900

NHTSA communication ID: 10127405

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 the Ford Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) service tool or Ford J2534 Diagnostic Software, select - Toolbox - Body - Security - PATS Functions - Parameter Reset. Follow the on-screen instructions to complete the procedure. This procedure will transfer the existing Key ID information between the modules without the need of having 2 programmed PATS keys present. There is no need to program keys when the PCM is going to be replaced. Additional information can be found in the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 419-01. Missing or lost keys are not warrantable.

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).

Source record 10127405 at NHTSA
Feb 27, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46412

NHTSA communication ID: 10095858

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 IDENTIFY THIS NOISE, REFER TO WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 100-04, AND FOLLOW THE SYMPTOM CHART. IF THE SOURCE OF THE NOISE IS IDENTIFIED AS THE PTU AND/OR INTERNAL TO THE PTU, DISASSEMBLE PTU ASSEMBLY. REFER TO UPDATED WSM, SECTION 308-07. IF THE PTU IS DETERMINED TO BE REPAIRABLE, UTILIZE KIT GB5Z-7P258-A AND THE INCLUDED INSTRUCTION SHEET. FOR CLAIMING, USE CAUSAL PART 7P258 AND APPLICABLE LABOR OPERATIONS IN SECTION 07 OF THE SERVICE LABOR TIME STANDARDS (SLTS) MANUAL.

Source components: EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL · POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE.

Source record 10095858 at NHTSA
Jan 24, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46332

NHTSA communication ID: 10095184

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 LINCOLN VEHICLE. ONLY APPROVED GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES OR ORIGINALLY INSTALLED SYSTEMS ARE SUPPORTED AND CERTIFIED TO FUNCTION CORRECTLY WITH OTHER VEHICLE SYSTEMS. IF YOU SUSPECT A SYSTEM HAS BEEN MODIFIED, THE FOLLOWING RESOURCES CAN BE USED TO VERIFY ORIGINAL EQUIPMENT: MONRONEY LABEL (WINDOW STICKER), PROFESSIONAL TECHNICIAN SOCIETY (PTS) OASIS TAB  SELECT SYNC OR HVBOM. FOR GENUINE FORD ACCESSORIES USE: PTS WORKSHOP TAB  SELECT DEALER INSTALLED ACCESSORY OR ACCESSORY INSTALLATION.

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10095184 at NHTSA
Jan 10, 2017Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46295

NHTSA communication ID: 10095154

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

TO HELP DIFFERENTIATE ENGINE OIL LEAKS FROM OTHER POSSIBLE SOURCES, A NEW WHITE-COLORED FLUORESCENT ENGINE OIL DYE IS AVAILABLE. WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 303-00 HAS BEEN REVISED TO REFERENCE THE NEW WHITE-COLORED DYE. THE NEW WHITE FLUORESCENT DYE PROVIDES A DISTINCT WHITE GLOW TO IDENTIFY ENGINE OIL LEAKS. THE NEW WHITE FLUORESCENT DYE REQUIRES A PURE UV DIAGNOSTIC INSPECTION LAMP. THE WHITE-COLORED FLUORESCENT DYE AND PURE UV LAMP ARE NOW IN THE ROTUNDA CATALOG. DYE AND LAMP PART NUMBERS. GASOLINE ONLY DYE: 1 OUNCE BOTTLE 164-TP-33200601. DIESEL ONLY DYE: 8 OUNCE BOTTLE: 164-TP-3320-0008. PURE UV DIAGNOSTIC INSPECTION LAMP 164-TP8695 OR 164-R3748.

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10095154 at NHTSA
Nov 17, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46210

NHTSA communication ID: 10095995

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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.

Source components: STEERING.

Source record 10095995 at NHTSA
Oct 17, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46132

NHTSA communication ID: 10091151

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 PARK BRAKE WAS APPLIED WHEN THE VHR WAS GATHERING DATA FROM THE MAJOR VEHICLE SYSTEMS, THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION MESSAGE WILL BE REPORTED AS THE VHR LOOKS FOR ANY WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. RERUN THE VHR WITH THE ENGINE ON AND VEHICLE IN PARK, AND ENSURE THE PARK BRAKE IS DISENGAGED. IF THE SYNC VHR IS STILL REPORTING A CONCERN TO THE CUSTOMERS SYNC OWNERS ACCOUNT, REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE WORKSHOP MANUAL SECTION FOR DIAGNOSIS BY DTC OR SYMPTOM. STARTING IN 2015 NOT ALL SYNC EQUIPPED VEHICLES SUPPORT VHR, REFER TO THE OWNERS MANUAL FOR VHR OPERATION.

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10091151 at NHTSA
Oct 17, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46132

NHTSA communication ID: 10090681

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 PARK BRAKE WAS APPLIED WHEN THE VHR WAS GATHERING DATA FROM THE MAJOR VEHICLE SYSTEMS, THE BRAKES AND SUSPENSION MESSAGE WILL BE REPORTED AS THE VHR LOOKS FOR ANY WARNING LAMPS ILLUMINATED IN THE INSTRUMENT CLUSTER. RERUN THE VHR WITH THE ENGINE ON AND VEHICLE IN PARK, AND ENSURE THE PARK BRAKE IS DISENGAGED. IF THE SYNC VHR IS STILL REPORTING A CONCERN TO THE CUSTOMERS SYNC OWNERS ACCOUNT, REFER TO THE APPROPRIATE WORKSHOP MANUAL SECTION FOR DIAGNOSIS BY DTC OR SYMPTOM. STARTING IN 2015 NOT ALL SYNC EQUIPPED VEHICLES SUPPORT VHR, REFER TO THE OWNERS MANUAL FOR VHR OPERATION.

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10090681 at NHTSA
Sep 30, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46102

NHTSA communication ID: 10109079

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 seatbelt retracts at a high rate of speed. The Workshop Manual, Section 501-20A General Procedures has been updated with a locked seatbelt retractor releasing procedure.

Source components: SEAT BELTS · SEAT BELTS:FRONT:RETRACTOR.

Source record 10109079 at NHTSA
Sep 21, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM 46085

NHTSA communication ID: 10109070

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 when reading these PIDs and cannot display quickly enough to validate a concern. The PCM automatically monitors these inputs more accurately and will set diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) when appropriate. Using these PIDs for diagnostics will lead to inaccurate results and improper ETB replacements. If a concern is intermittent and no DTCs are present, refer to historical DTCs and the PC/ED, Section 3 No DTCs Present Index chart for further information.

Source components: ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:HOSES/LINES/PIPING/FITTINGS · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:RADIATOR ASSEMBLY · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:BELTS AND ASSOCIATED PULLEYS · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OTHER FUEL TYPES:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV) · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE) · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE.

Source record 10109070 at NHTSA
May 11, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

SSM-45815

NHTSA communication ID: 10078988

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

AIR CONDITIONING (A/C) INOPERATIVE - DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0645

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).

Source record 10078988 at NHTSA
Apr 20, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

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 NHTSA
Apr 20, 2016Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

16-0066

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 NHTSA
Jul 1, 2015Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

44863

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 NHTSA
May 1, 2015Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASI-45132

NHTSA communication ID: 10058460

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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, MKX, FLEX, MKS, MKT, TAURUS. *PE

Source components: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION.

Source record 10058460 at NHTSA
Sep 16, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

14R01

NHTSA communication ID: 10057898

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10057898 at NHTSA
Aug 26, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CSP-14N02

NHTSA communication ID: 10056711

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE · POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM).

Source record 10056711 at NHTSA
May 30, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-14-0113

NHTSA communication ID: 10056147

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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, EXPLORER, MKS, MKT. *PE

Source components: ENGINE · ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE.

Source record 10056147 at NHTSA
May 19, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-14-0105

NHTSA communication ID: 10056139

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:GASOLINE:TURBO/SUPERCHARGER.

Source record 10056139 at NHTSA
May 14, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CSP-13B16

NHTSA communication ID: 10056184

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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 OF MALFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL). MODEL 2011-2014 F-SUPER DUTY, ESCAPE, TAURUS,FUSION, MKT, MKZ. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE.

Source record 10056184 at NHTSA
May 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASI-44564

NHTSA communication ID: 10056207

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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. *PE

Source components: SERVICE BRAKES.

Source record 10056207 at NHTSA
May 1, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASI-44531

NHTSA communication ID: 10056170

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: SEATS:FRONT ASSEMBLY:POWER ADJUST.

Source record 10056170 at NHTSA
Jan 29, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-14-0023

NHTSA communication ID: 10055022

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10055022 at NHTSA
Jan 20, 2014Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-14-0019

NHTSA communication ID: 10055003

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10055003 at NHTSA
Dec 16, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-13-12-21

NHTSA communication ID: 10054740

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:COOLING SYSTEM:FAN.

Source record 10054740 at NHTSA
Dec 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASI-44333

NHTSA communication ID: 10054961

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10054961 at NHTSA
Jun 15, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-13-6-17

NHTSA communication ID: 10053471

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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, EXPEDITION, FUSION, EXPLORER, F-150, F-250, NAVIGATOR, 2013-2014 FLEX, 2012-2014 FIESTA, MUSTANG, 2013 ESCAPE, C-MAX, TAURUS, 2012 MKZ. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY · EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL.

Source record 10053471 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASI-32276

NHTSA communication ID: 10053459

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10053459 at NHTSA
Jun 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASI-32251

NHTSA communication ID: 10053422

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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, TAURUS, MUSTANG. *PE

Source components: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY · EQUIPMENT.

Source record 10053422 at NHTSA
May 13, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

TSB-13-5-14

NHTSA communication ID: 10052787

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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. *PE

Source components: WHEELS:HUB.

Source record 10052787 at NHTSA
May 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

AS1-32241

NHTSA communication ID: 10053408

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FORD: ON VARIOUS VEHICLES WITH MY TOUCH,AFTER ANY APIM PROGRAMMING, REPLACEMENT OR DISCONNECT FROM FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM), TOUCHSCREEN CALIBRATION MUST BE PERFORMED. MODEL YEARS 2011-2013. NO MODELS LISTED. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT · EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY.

Source record 10053408 at NHTSA
May 1, 2013Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASI-32211

NHTSA communication ID: 10053358

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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, EXPLORER, MKX, TAURUS, MKS, MKT, FLEX. *PE

Source components: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CRANKCASE (PCV).

Source record 10053358 at NHTSA
Sep 27, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

CSP-12B43

NHTSA communication ID: 10046479

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

FORD: SEE DOCUMENT SEARCH BUTTON FOR OWNER LETTER. AFFECTED VEHICLES MAY HAVE BEEN PROGRAMMED WITH INCORRECT BODY CONTROL MODULE (BSM) CALIBRATION RESULTING IN DEGRADED AIR CONDITIONING SYSTEM PERFORMANCE WITH LACK OF COOLING AND SLOW TO COOL. MODEL 2013 TAURUS. *PE

Source components: EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER.

Source record 10046479 at NHTSA
Mar 1, 2012Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

ASI-22285

NHTSA communication ID: 10044230

NHTSA source summary · Original PDF not reviewed by Recallfolio

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

Source components: ENGINE.

Source record 10044230 at NHTSA