2011 FORD Flex
3 Recalls for 2011 FORD Flex
| Recall Date | Component | Summary |
|---|---|---|
| 1970-01-01 | 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. |
| 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. |
3 Complaints sent to the Center for Auto Safety for 2011 FORD Flex
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2022-01-13 | steering | |||
| 2016-11-18 | computer controls | |||
| 2015-05-25 | doors & windows (non-power) |
138 Complaints submitted to NHTSA for 2011 FORD Flex
| Date | Component | |||
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2021-07-05 |
FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
ODI Number: 11423512 |
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| 2021-10-16 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11437011 |
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| 2021-10-25 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11438136 |
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| 2022-03-24 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11458188 |
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| 2022-04-20 |
POWER TRAIN,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11461446 |
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| 2022-08-02 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 11477217 |
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| 2022-08-03 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11477359 |
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| 2022-08-26 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11481363 |
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| 2022-10-31 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11491655 |
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| 2022-12-07 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11496353 |
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| 2023-01-10 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11501152 |
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| 2023-01-27 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11504033 |
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| 2023-03-06 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11510312 |
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| 2023-04-14 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11517075 |
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| 2023-08-07 |
STEERING,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11536835 |
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| 2023-09-11 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11543766 |
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| 2023-10-09 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11548966 |
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| 2023-11-08 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11554138 |
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| 2023-12-15 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11560232 |
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| 2024-01-16 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11565677 |
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| 2024-01-18 |
STEERING,SERVICE BRAKES,ENGINE
ODI Number: 11566270 |
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| 2024-01-26 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11568134 |
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| 2024-07-23 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM,AIR BAGS,UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11603939 |
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| 2024-12-30 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11633160 |
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| 2021-04-26 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11414053 |
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| 2021-04-26 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11414052 |
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| 2021-04-07 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 11406883 |
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| 2016-10-25 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10918736 |
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| 2017-06-19 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11000066 |
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| 2017-05-08 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10984196 |
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| 2017-03-30 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10969523 |
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| 2017-07-31 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11011879 |
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| 2017-08-02 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11012246 |
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| 2017-07-25 |
ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM | SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 11010431 |
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| 2017-08-02 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 11012327 |
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| 2016-09-13 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10906247 |
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| 2016-08-17 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10896775 |
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| 2017-02-05 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10949646 |
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| 2017-01-10 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10944192 |
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| 2016-11-18 |
POWER TRAIN | STEERING | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10927032 |
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| 2020-10-13 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11364103 |
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| 2020-10-19 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11365168 |
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| 2020-09-23 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11360648 |
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| 2020-08-17 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11349965 |
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| 2020-07-23 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11341128 |
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| 2020-06-11 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 11328286 |
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| 2020-05-31 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11326703 |
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| 2020-04-28 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11322535 |
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| 2019-12-04 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11286943 |
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| 2019-09-30 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11265228 |
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| 2019-09-19 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11256632 |
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| 2019-04-30 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11204730 |
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| 2019-04-24 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11203371 |
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| 2019-04-02 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11193412 |
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| 2019-07-04 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11229394 |
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| 2019-06-11 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11219271 |
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| 2019-06-11 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11219269 |
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| 2019-06-08 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11218595 |
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| 2019-01-02 |
ENGINE | VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL
ODI Number: 11164565 |
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| 2018-12-26 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11163492 |
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| 2019-01-04 |
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL:CRUISE CONTROL
ODI Number: 11165787 |
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| 2018-12-19 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11162485 |
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| 2018-10-08 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | EXTERIOR LIGHTING | STEERING
ODI Number: 11139001 |
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| 2018-09-20 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11130322 |
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| 2018-09-10 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11128579 |
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| 2018-08-27 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 11122733 |
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| 2018-04-20 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11089094 |
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| 2019-03-25 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11191324 |
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| 2019-03-08 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11185088 |
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| 2019-03-04 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11183869 |
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| 2019-02-08 |
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 11175774 |
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| 2018-03-07 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11076760 |
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| 2018-02-21 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11074172 |
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| 2018-10-31 |
ENGINE | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 11144538 |
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| 2018-08-09 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11118684 |
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| 2018-07-19 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11112339 |
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| 2018-01-11 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11062162 |
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| 2017-12-13 |
SUSPENSION
ODI Number: 11054476 |
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| 2017-11-06 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11043845 |
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| 2017-10-31 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 11041520 |
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| 2016-06-21 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10875683 |
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| 2016-06-06 |
ENGINE | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10872685 |
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| 2016-05-23 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10870301 |
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| 2016-06-02 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10872048 |
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| 2016-01-21 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10821438 |
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| 2016-01-13 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10819879 |
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| 2016-01-04 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10817717 |
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| 2015-12-03 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10808322 |
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| 2015-11-24 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 10806611 |
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| 2015-11-23 |
AIR BAGS | STRUCTURE:BODY
ODI Number: 10806256 |
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| 2015-10-05 |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | ENGINE | POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10779815 |
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| 2015-10-02 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 10779435 |
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| 2015-09-03 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 10761321 |
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| 2015-08-24 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10758891 |
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| 2015-07-16 |
ELECTRONIC STABILITY CONTROL | ENGINE | FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10734655 |
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| 2015-07-19 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10734972 |
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| 2015-05-30 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 10722429 |
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| 2015-05-30 |
WHEELS
ODI Number: 10722413 |
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| 2015-05-29 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10722233 |
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| 2015-05-29 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10722137 |
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| 2015-05-25 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10721302 |
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| 2015-05-13 |
STEERING:LINKAGES:TIE ROD ASSEMBLY
ODI Number: 10716138 |
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| 2015-05-12 |
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
ODI Number: 10716041 |
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| 2015-04-27 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10713051 |
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| 2015-03-18 |
STRUCTURE:BODY | UNKNOWN OR OTHER | VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 10695149 |
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| 2014-11-22 |
SEAT BELTS
ODI Number: 10660263 |
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| 2014-11-19 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10659182 |
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| 2014-10-07 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10643187 |
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| 2014-08-09 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10621039 |
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| 2014-08-09 |
STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
ODI Number: 10621037 |
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| 2014-07-29 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10617299 |
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| 2014-07-26 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10616569 |
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| 2014-07-25 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10616380 |
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| 2014-06-10 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10597517 |
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| 2014-04-01 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10576325 |
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| 2014-03-17 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10572908 |
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| 2014-02-18 |
ENGINE
ODI Number: 10564768 |
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| 2013-08-22 |
SERVICE BRAKES
ODI Number: 10537648 |
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| 2013-05-15 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10512191 |
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| 2013-05-14 |
VISIBILITY/WIPER
ODI Number: 10511985 |
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| 2013-03-07 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10501912 |
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| 2012-11-13 |
POWER TRAIN
ODI Number: 10484463 |
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| 2012-07-09 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
ODI Number: 10464705 |
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| 2012-05-04 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
ODI Number: 10457461 |
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| 2012-02-16 |
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM | ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | STEERING
ODI Number: 10448247 |
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| 2011-11-09 |
CHILD SEAT
ODI Number: 10435096 |
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| 2011-09-21 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
ODI Number: 10427393 |
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| 2011-09-27 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10427606 |
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| 2011-08-10 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 10418452 |
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| 2011-08-08 |
EQUIPMENT
ODI Number: 10417924 |
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| 2011-08-09 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10418159 |
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| 2011-07-20 |
EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
ODI Number: 10413738 |
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| 2011-05-19 |
TIRES
ODI Number: 10402075 |
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| 2011-04-15 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10395999 |
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| 2011-03-28 |
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
ODI Number: 10393125 |
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| 2011-01-27 |
SEATS
ODI Number: 10379252 |
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| 2010-10-28 |
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING | STEERING
ODI Number: 10362759 |
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| 2019-05-24 |
STEERING
ODI Number: 11209800 |
0 Investigations for 2011 FORD Flex
| Date Opened | Date Closed | Component |
|---|
67 Service Alerts for 2011 FORD Flex
| Date | Description |
|---|---|
| 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") |
| 2019-08-09 | 130000 VISIBILITY
Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2019-08-09 | 132000 VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR
Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid 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") |
| 2019-02-07 | 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") |
| 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") |
| 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") |
| 2018-01-10 | 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") |
| 2013-10-01 | 091200 FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:STORAGE:FUEL GAUGE SYSTEM
FORD/LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, THERE IS A SITUATION REGARDING THE FUEL GAUGE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) B2879 OR P1243 AND WORKSHOP MANUAL HAS BEEN UPDATED TO INCLUDE THE DTCS. MODEL 2011-2014 FLEX, MKT. *PE 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") |
| 2013-05-01 | 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") |
| 2013-05-27 | 102000 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION
FORD/LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, TRANSMISSION 5TH GEAR START AT STOP, SPEED CONTROL DROPS OR INOPERATIVE, BACKUP CAMERA ON IN DRIVE, 5TH GEAR START FROM STOP AND TRANSMISSION SLIPPING OR NEUTRAL OUT, DUE TO DIGITAL TRANSMISSION RANGE (TR) S 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") |
| 2016-10-17 | 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") |
| 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") |
| 2010-10-21 | 061000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE
FORD: THE IDLE SPEED DROPS LOWER THAN DESIRED AND MAY FLUCTUATE. THERE MAY BE TWO POSSIBLE TROUBLE CODES STORED. *RM 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") |
| 2014-05-01 | 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") |
| 2014-01-15 | 162300 STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
FORD/LINCOLN: WHEN ALL DOORS ARE CLOSED, THE DOOR AJAR LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2011-2013 EDGE, EXPLORER, FLEX, MKX, MKT. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-01-15 | 117000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
FORD/LINCOLN: WHEN ALL DOORS ARE CLOSED, THE DOOR AJAR LAMP WILL ILLUMINATE. MODEL 2011-2013 EDGE, EXPLORER, FLEX, MKX, MKT. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-08-01 | 134000 VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
FORD: AN INTRUSION OF WATER, FROM MOVEABLE MOONROOF, DUE TO AN OVERFLOW OF TROUGH RAILS WHEN DRAIN SYSTEM HAS OVER CAPACITIZED. MODEL 2011-14 FLEX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-08-01 | 160000 STRUCTURE
FORD: AN INTRUSION OF WATER, FROM MOVEABLE MOONROOF, DUE TO AN OVERFLOW OF TROUGH RAILS WHEN DRAIN SYSTEM HAS OVER CAPACITIZED. MODEL 2011-14 FLEX. *PE Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2016-05-13 | 118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
SIRI EYES FREE FUNCTIONAL ISSUES USING BLUETOOTH AND APPLE IOS 9.2 AND 9.2.1 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") |
| 2014-10-27 | 063000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM
FORD: WITH AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ON, CAN SMELL AN EXHAUST ODOR IN VEHICLE. LIKE SULFUR, AFTER HARD DRIVING CONDITIONS OR ACCELERATION. MODEL 2009-14 FLEX. *PE. UPDATE. 06/11/15. *TA Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2014-10-27 | 063100 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL
FORD: WITH AUXILIARY CLIMATE CONTROL SYSTEM ON, CAN SMELL AN EXHAUST ODOR IN VEHICLE. LIKE SULFUR, AFTER HARD DRIVING CONDITIONS OR ACCELERATION. MODEL 2009-14 FLEX. *PE. UPDATE. 06/11/15. *TA 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") |
| 2011-05-10 | 103000 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
FORD: THERE MAY BE A SLUGGISH ACCELERATION OR HESITATION FEELING WHEN ROLLING TO A STOP. THIS WILL BE FOLLOWED BY A HARSH BUMP. *RM Click to view a copy of the full alert on NHTSA's website (select "Manufacturer Communication") |
| 2011-01-01 | 103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
FORD: THERE MAY BE A LOSS OF POWER, HESITATION, SURGE, OR LACK OF THROTTLE RESPONSE WHILE DRIVING. THE BRAKE OVER ACCELERATOR FEATURE MAY BE ACTIVATING. *RM 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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