2001 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC Recalls (6)
- Campaign:
- 00V394000 on 11/28/2000
- Component:
- Structure:body:hood:hinge and attachments
- Manufactured:
- 09/23/1999 - 10/16/2000
- Affected:
- 137,700
- Defect:
- Vehicle description: sport utility vehicles with steel hoods and certain pickup trucks equipped with sheet molding compound hoods. a wire formed hood striker could be susceptible to fatigue fractures. if the hood striker fractures, the hood could fly open while the vehicle is being driven.
- Consequence:
- A hood fly-up while the vehicle is being operated could result in reduced driver visibility.
- Correction:
- dealers will replace the hood striker.
- Notes:
- Owner notification began january 23, 2001.owners who take their vehicles to an authorized dealer on an agreed upon service date and do not receive the free remedy within a reasonable time should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 01X001000 on 05/21/2001
- Component:
- Tires:tread/belt
- Affected:
- 13,000,000
- Defect:
- This is not a safety recall in accordance with the safety act. however, it is deemed a safety improvement campaign by the agency. equipment description: ford is replacing all firestone wilderness at 15, 16, and 17 inch tires mounted on ford trucks and suvs. ford reports tread separation can occur due to a combination of the sensitivity of the tire design to stress, aging, and manufacturing differences between plants. ford is replacing these tires to prevent possible premature tire failure. vehicle description: the vehicles listed below may have been originally equipped with firestone wilderness at tires or may have had wilderness at tires installed during the firestone recall launched in august 2000. certain 1991 throught 2002 ford explorer certain 2001 throught 2002 explorer sport, and sport trac certain 1997 through 2002 mercury mountaineer certain 1991 through 2001 ranger certain 1999 through 2001 expedition certain 1991 through 1994, and 1997 model year f-series certain 1991 through 1994 bronco note: both original equipment and replacement tires are affected.
- Consequence:
- Should the tread separate at highway speeds, a vehicle crash could occur, possibly resulting in personal injury or death.
- Correction:
- The replacement/reimbursement program for this campaign expired on march 31, 2002. however, customers can contact ford at 1-877-917-3673 or go on-line to www.ford.com for possible assistance.
- Campaign:
- 03V280000 on 08/06/2003
- Component:
- Vehicle speed control:cables
- Manufactured:
- 09/23/1999 - 07/30/2000
- Affected:
- 448,005
- Defect:
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with speed control and 4.0l sohc engines, if the strand cover on the speed control cable becomes flared at the end, the speed control cable may bind when the speed control is activated.
- Consequence:
- The throttle return spring force may not be sufficient to overcome the binding condition when the speed control is disengaged. braking function would be maintained though stopping distances may be increased.
- Correction:
- Dealers will inspect the speed control cable and, if necessary, replace it. owner notification began august 29, 2003. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
- Notes:
- Ford recall no. 03s03.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 03V281000 on 08/06/2003
- Component:
- Seats:front assembly:recliner
- Manufactured:
- 09/23/1999 - 08/15/2002
- Affected:
- 1,552,880
- Defect:
- On certain sport utility vehicles equipped with high back seats, the upper bolt on the driver's side high back seat, that attaches the seat recliner mechanism to the seat back frame, could fracture. if the bolt fractures and does not jam in the seat back frame, the seat back may recline until it makes contact with an object behind the seat, such as the second row seat cushion.
- Consequence:
- The driver could potentially lose contact with the steering wheel or foot pedals during such an event, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Correction:
- Dealers will replace the driver seat upper bolt with a metal spacer and bolt. in addition, seats with tubular back frames will have the fully threaded lower recliner bolt replaced with a partially threaded bolt. owner notification began on august 29, 2003. owners should contact ford at 1-800-392-3673.
- Notes:
- Ford recall no. 03s04.customers can also contact the national highway traffic safety administration's auto safety hotline at 1-888-dash-2-dot (1-888-327-4236).
- Campaign:
- 06E026000 on 03/22/2006
- Component:
- Exterior lighting
- Affected:
- 61,944
- Defect:
- Certain pro-a motors corner lamps, turn signals, and headlights sold as replacement lamps for use on certain passenger vehicles listed above. some combination lamps that are not equipped with amber side reflectors fail to conform to federal motor vehicle safety standard no. 108, lamps, reflective devices, and associated equipment.
- Consequence:
- Without the amber reflectors, the vehicle will be poorly illuminated, possibly resulting in a vehicle crash without warning.
- Correction:
- Pro-a motors will notify owners and offer to repurchase the lamps. the recall began on april 3, 2006. owners may contact pro-a motors at 323-838-2988.
- Notes:
- This recall only pertains to pro-a motors aftermarket lamps and has no relation to any original equipment installed on the listed passenger vehicles.for more information on the lamp model numbers, click on document search and view document titled "lamp model numbers."customers may contact the national highway traffic safety administration's vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty: 1-800-424-9153); or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
- Campaign:
- 07V336000 on 08/02/2007
- Component:
- Vehicle speed control
- Manufactured:
- 09/23/1999 - 08/15/2002
- Affected:
- 3,600,000
- Defect:
- On certain pickup trucks, passenger vehicles, sport utility vehicles, and motor homes chassis, the speed control deactivation switch may, under certain conditions, leak internally and then overheat, smoke, or burn.
- Consequence:
- This could result in an underhood fire.
- Correction:
- Dealers will install a fused wiring harness. owners of the passenger cars included in this campaign will be instructed to return their vehicles to their dealers to have the speed control deactivation switch disconnected as an interim repair. as soon as repair parts are available (expected october 2007), owners will be instructed to return to the dealers for installation of a fused wiring harness. the recall began on august 13, 2007, and mailing completed by september 19, 2007. owners may contact ford at 1-888-222-2751.
- Notes:
- Ford recall no. 05s28.customers may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration;s vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to http://www.safercar.gov.
2001 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC TSBs (164)
- Bulletin:
- 8225
- Component:
- 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
- Summary:
- Exhibiting a rear power backlite window being inoperative. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 8235
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Subject regarding bonus edsr award points. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 8381
- Component:
- 185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc may exhibit a higher than normal base idle speed of 1200-1400 rpm when the vehicle is initially received from the assembly plant. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 8399
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a nibble or vibration felt through the steering wheel during low speed / parking lot type steering maneuvers. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 13821
- Component:
- 354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
- Summary:
- Information regarding vehicles that do not have the neutral tow capability. *mjs
- Bulletin:
- 8161
- Component:
- 200000 wheels
- Summary:
- Information regarding required wheel balance service. **mr
- Bulletin:
- 8225
- Component:
- 132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rear power backlite window being inoperative. **mr
- Bulletin:
- 8399
- Component:
- 011000 steering:wheel and handle bar
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may experience a nibble or vibration felt through the stirring wheel during low speed/ parking lot type maneuvers. **mr
- Bulletin:
- 8561
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a repetitive knock/ thump noise from the left front which is proportional to the wheel speed when braking. **mr
- Bulletin:
- 14073
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may experience left front brake thump noise. **mr
- Bulletin:
- 14085
- Component:
- 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may experience a rear power backlight window inoperative. **mr
- Bulletin:
- 8579
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a repetitive thump / knock noise from the left front which is proportional to wheel speed when braking. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14192
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Experiencing a nibble or vibration felt through the steering wheel during low speed / parking lot type steering maneuvers. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14205
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with firestone p235 / 75r15 wilderness ht tires may exhibit a vibration at speeds above 45 mph. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14205
- Component:
- 106100 power train:axle assembly:banjo housing
- Summary:
- Concerns with vehicles equipped with automatic transmission exhibiting a vibration at highway speeds, which may cause the transmission extension housing seals to leak or the transmission extension housing bushing to spin. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 00M12
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Ford motor company is providing additional coverage for the 4.0l sohc camshaft chain tensioner and lower intake manifold gasket. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14474
- Component:
- 354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
- Summary:
- Information regarding tow hooks not standard equipment. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14460
- Component:
- 071110 fuel system, gasoline:storage:tank assembly:filler pipe and cap
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel door tab not fitting into the housing slot. this may be due to insufficient clearances between the fuel door and fender opening. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14467
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a rattling, ringing, rustle or metallic like sound(s) while driving in 4x2 at highway speeds. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14469
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a consistent squealing noise from the front brakes when the brakes are applied. the noise usually occurs with light brake pedal pressure and goes away with more pressure. this noise may also sound like it is
- Bulletin:
- 00M12
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Subject regarding owner notification suppllemental program for vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc engines - camshaft chain tensioner and lower intake manifold gasket additional coverage. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14535
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with a 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a rolling idle and / or ac cycling at idle and / or ac lack of cooling at idle condition. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14562
- Component:
- 116300 electrical system:ignition:anti-theft controller
- Summary:
- Information regarding pats change. *rc
- Bulletin:
- 14585
- Component:
- 354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with automatic transmission do not have neutral tow capability and can only be towed with all 4 wheels off the ground. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14560
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Vehicles may experience start up timing chain noise. *jb
- Bulletin:
- 14597
- Component:
- 036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit an abs lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b2607 (module configuration mismatch) present. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 00L09
- Component:
- 355100 equipment:other:labels
- Summary:
- Subject pertaining to supplemental tire inflation label. *jb
- Bulletin:
- 0161
- Component:
- 036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
- Summary:
- On some sport and sport trac vehicles, the anti-lock brake system (abs) lamp may illuminate and diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b2607 may or may not be set in the abs module. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0186
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- On some vehicles, including sport and sport trac, the front axle leaks fluid from the vent tube. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14832
- Component:
- 341000 communications:horn assembly
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit the horn switch sticking after it is depressed. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14833
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Some 4x2 vehicles may exhibit a rear axle whine. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14847
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Concerns with vehicles exhbit fluid leakage from the front axle vent tube. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14721
- Component:
- 015000 steering:hydraulic power assist system
- Summary:
- Subject regarding new service parts available for vehicles exhibiting nibble or vibration felt through the steering wheel during low speed / parking lot type steering maneuvers. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14772
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a consistent squealing noise from the front brakes when the brakes are applied. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01104
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Steering wheel shudder during low-speed turning maneuvers. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14899
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- Information regarding anti-lock brake system (abs) module configuration. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14915
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Some supercrews and sport-trac vehicles equipped with the optional bed extender may exhibit broken locking pin(s). this may be caused by the holes not being completely aligned before inserting the locking pin. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14933
- Component:
- 036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a yellow four wheel anti-lock brake (4wabs) lamp illuminated and a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1342 (anti-lock brake control module failure) in self test. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 011004
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Some 4x2 vehicles may exhibit a steering wheel shudder during low speed turning maneuvers. this may be due to the interaction between the tire and the road surface, which is amplified by the steering system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 13995
- Component:
- 185000 vehicle speed control:cruise control
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l sohc may exhibit a higher than normal base idle speed of 1200-1400 rpm when the vehicle is initially received from the assembly plant. this higher base idle stragety is now used during plant / transportati
- Bulletin:
- 1400
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a nibble or vibration felt through the steering wheel during low speed / parking lot type steering maneuvers. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14205
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with firestone p235 / 75r15 wilderness ht tires may exhibit a vibration at speeds above 45 mph, due to tires slipping on the wheels and changing index position. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14206
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some 4x2 vehicles equipped automatic transmission may exhibit a vibration at high speeds, which may cause the transmission extension housing seals to leak or the transmission extension housing bushing to spin. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14339
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a fuel door rubbing the fender opening near the hinge position or the fuel door tab not fitting into the housing slot. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14407
- Component:
- 062100 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:radiator assembly
- Summary:
- Some vehicles built on or after 7/24/2000 may exhibit a lack of heat and / or a malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on with d%tc p0125, due to the thermostat sticking open. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14425
- Component:
- 354600 equipment:mechanical:wrecker and wheel lift devices
- Summary:
- Subject regarding neutral tow capability. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14467
- Component:
- 103400 power train:automatic transmission:lever and linkage:column shift
- Summary:
- Concerns with transfer case rattling, ringing, rustle or metallic like sound(s) while driving in 4x2 at highway speeds. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14430
- Component:
- 036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit an anti-lock brake system (abs) lamp on with diagnostic trouble code b2607 (module configuration mismatch) present. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15070
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- A condition may exist with flaking or peeling of the interior door pull handle paint on vehicles built before july 24, 2000. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15080
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- Some vehicles with fewer than 10,000 miles may exhibit grease oozing from the front driveshaft cv joint. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15096
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Some 4x2 vehicles may exhibit a rear axle whine. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15098
- Component:
- 180000 vehicle speed control
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hesitation on acceleration or while turning. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15106
- Component:
- 036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
- Summary:
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a yellow four wheel anti-lock brake (4wabs) lamp illuminated and diagnostic trouble code b1342 (anti-lock brake control module failure) in self test. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01114
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Some 4x4 vehicles may exhibit a high-pitched squeal or whistle type noise from the front axle area of the vehicle at speeds from 16 to 64 km/h (10 to 40 mph). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 14985
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles built after july 24,2000 may exhibit a no crank condition and a communication concern with the powertrain control module. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01156
- Component:
- 138120 visibility:defroster/defogger system:windshield:heater core
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
- Bulletin:
- 15251
- Component:
- 105300 power train:driveline:driveshaft
- Summary:
- Some 4x4 vehicles with fewer than 10,000 miles may exhibit grease oozing from the front driveshaft cv joint. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 012113
- Component:
- 116100 electrical system:ignition:switch
- Summary:
- Some ignition switch lock cylinder assemblies may exhibit rougness and / or excess effort in turning, key does not fully return from start, a malfunction indicator lamp may illuminate with p0500, p1502 and u1039 stored in powertrian control
- Bulletin:
- 01205
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01B77
- Component:
- 190000 tires
- Summary:
- Owner notification program supplement 7 revised information - regarding replacement of wilderness at tires. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15532
- Component:
- 072200 fuel system, gasoline:delivery:hoses, lines/piping, and fittings
- Summary:
- Information on vehicles exhibitng fuel line damage due to pinching/squeezing of the fuel return line. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15531
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Subject regarding engine quitting on deceleration/stopping.*yd
- Bulletin:
- 15551
- Component:
- 120000 exterior lighting
- Summary:
- Customers may complain of moisture in headlamp. *yh
- Bulletin:
- 15567
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or more. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15572
- Component:
- 151600 seat belts:front:warning light/devices
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with belt minder may exhibit the belt minder warning chime staying on after the driver seat belt buckle has been buckled. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15358
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Concerns with engine quitting during deceleration. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01225
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a metallic creaking noise while driving on rough roads, making turns, or driving over speed bumps. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15378
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles with the 4.0l engine may exhibit an engine flutter noise. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15381
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles with a manual transmission may exhibit an engine loss or reduction in power condition on deceleration, but will immediately restart. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15382
- Component:
- 102000 power train:manual transmission
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit either a very hard or very soft clutch pedal feel, and/or a difficulty in shifting gears. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15422
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start/long crank condition after sitting for an hour or more. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15428
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no crank condition and a problem communicating with the powertrain control module (pcm). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01241
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of not being able to disengage clutch as the clutch pedal is stroked or the clutch pedal remains on floor. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01246
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 01251
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Steering wheel shudder during low-speed turning. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15471
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Some 4.0l sohc engines may exhibit excessive sulphur smell from the exhaust system while operating under certain drive modes. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15496
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles built before april 23, 2001 may exhibit a hard start/long crank after sitting for an hour or more due to fuel system contamination. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 012501
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a steering wheel shudder during low speed turning maneuvers. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0232
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0l sohc engine may exhibit a check engine light on with diagnostic trouble codes p0300 (random misfire) or p0301. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15644
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhbit a hard start/no start condition when trying to start the vehicle. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15655
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Concerns with excessive sulphur smell from the exhaust when operating under certain drive modes. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 02138
- Component:
- 102000 power train:manual transmission
- Summary:
- Low line pressure reading at wide open throttle (wot), slipping shifts and / or delayed engagements with possible diagnostic trouble codes p0732, p0733, p1762 set on vehicles built before 12/1/2001. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0276
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Information on diagnosing engine rattle noise from primary chain drive area between 2000-3000 rpm on cold engine operation only. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0258
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Inoperative or inacurrate speedometer, 4x4 lamp illuminatd, and / or diagnostic trouble code p1635 or p1639. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0242
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Certain vehicles with 4x4 or all-wheel drive may have a fluid leak from the front axle vent tube. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0245
- Component:
- 111000 electrical system:battery
- Summary:
- Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16111
- Component:
- 020000 suspension
- Summary:
- Some vehicles built prior to 12/06/2001 may exhibit a popping noise from the front suspension while braking or on acceleration from a stop. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16121
- Component:
- 034520 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components:disc:pads
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit uneven and / or premature front brake pad wear, particularly the front inside pad. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16131
- Component:
- 140000 air bags
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit repeat service for an air bag lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes b1994 and b1998 set. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16134
- Component:
- 126200 exterior lighting:turn signal:switch
- Summary:
- Information on servicing multifunction switch wiring on vehicles equipped with tilt steering column. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16134
- Component:
- 126200 exterior lighting:turn signal:switch
- Summary:
- Information on servicing the multifunction switch on vehicles equipped with tilt steering column. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16021
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- Some vehicles with 4wabs may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes c1233 and c1234 (anti-lock brake sensor output failures) in slippery conditions. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16038
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with a 5r55e automatic transmission may exhibit a gear whine type noise in 1st and / or 2nd gears only. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16040
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Experiencing a clicking / popping noise from the upper steering column area when turning the steering wheel. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15689
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit either a very hard or very soft clutch pedal feel. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15696
- Component:
- 980000 unknown or other
- Summary:
- Some engines may exhibit a hesitation in various drive modes and / or a malfunction indicator lamp illumination with codes set in memory p0171/p0174 and / or p0172/p0175. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15715
- Component:
- 132000 visibility:glass, side/rear
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a rattle from the rear window when driving within the vent position. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15723
- Component:
- 134000 visibility:sun roof assembly
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit adhesive extruding from the headliner material around the moonroof. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15751
- Component:
- 140000 air bags
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit an air bag light on with diagnostic trouble code b1993. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15754
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with 4.0l engine and manual transmission may exhibit an intermittent stumble during deceleration and / or at stops when the clutch pedal is depressed. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15765
- Component:
- 162300 structure:body:door
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit wind noise around the front doors, near the top rear-ward portion of the door / glass at highway speeds, or in a cross wind. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15769
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a condition of steering wheel leather peeling. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15785
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with 5r55e/5r44e transmission may exhibit a whine noise in 1st gear that goes away after the 1-2 or 1-3 shift is completed. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15813
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with 4wabs may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes c1233 and c1234 (anti-lock brake sensor output failure). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15859
- Component:
- 036000 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock
- Summary:
- Some vehicles with 4wabs may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes c1233 and c1234 (anti-lock brake sensor output failure). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15861
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Subject regarding rear transmission extension housing oil seal leaks. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15869
- Component:
- 101100 power train:clutch assembly:pedal/linkage
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit an intermittent soft clutch pedal which may cause difficulty in shifting gears (a notchy feel). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15887
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a no 1-2 upshift, no 2-3 upshift, a no engine braking condition in manual 1 or diagnostic trouble code p0732 (gear 2 incorrect ratio) or p0733 (gear 3 incorrect ratio). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15898
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles may exhibit a hard start / no start condition due to fuel pressure bleed down. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15910
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Concerns with brake vibration, roughness and / or grinding noise, and excessive brake rotor corrosion. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 15936
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equpped with 4.0l engine and automatic transmission may exhibit a rough idle, low speed engine quit, hesitation on cold engine tip-in and / or hesitation during a 5-3 donwshift. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0281
- Component:
- 061100 engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with the 4.0 sohc (single over-head cam) engine may exhibit a primary timing chain rattle noise. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0282
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Some vehicles built prior to 9/15/2001 may exhibit low line pressure readings while in drive, no 2nd gear, no 3rd gear, no engine braking in manual 1st and slipping shifts and / or delayed engagements. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0283
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Some vehicles equipped with a 2.3l, 3.0l or 4.0l engine and 5r44e or 5r55e automatic transmission may exhibit a fluid leak at the transmission servo covers in cold climates. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 870197
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Incorrectly installed gear driven camshaft position (cmp) sensor synchronizer assemblies causing surge, lost of power, malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes p1336, p1309 and p0340. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0361
- Component:
- 060000 engine and engine cooling
- Summary:
- Malfunction indicator lamp on with or without rough running, lack of power, surge or poor fuel economy with diagnostic trouble codes p0401, p0402, p1400, p1401. *tt *jb
- Bulletin:
- 0358
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Fluid may leak out of the front axle vent tube. *tt *jb
- Bulletin:
- 0322
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401, or runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy, and the above listed dtcs without
- Bulletin:
- 0335
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Idle air control (iac) valve diagnostic service tips. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16604
- Component:
- 062000 engine and engine cooling:cooling system
- Summary:
- Engine overheating due to thermostat failure. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16610
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- No start, no communication with power train control module (pcm) using wds/ngs or a miss/buck/jerk while driving. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16623
- Component:
- 091200 fuel system, other:storage:fuel gauge system
- Summary:
- Excessive fuel gauge fluctuation while driving (qsf). *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16735
- Component:
- 022000 suspension:rear
- Summary:
- Various noise issues from the rear leaf springs while driving. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16776
- Component:
- 126200 exterior lighting:turn signal:switch
- Summary:
- Servicing multifunction switch wiring interference. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16810
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Rough idle and/or check engine lamp due to closure hose which becomes loose or disconnected at the right hand cam cover. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 16835
- Component:
- 173100 latches/locks/linkages:tailgate:latch
- Summary:
- Tailgate locking by itself when slammed shut or when the vehicle is being driven over rough roads. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0398
- Component:
- 090000 fuel system, other
- Summary:
- Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illumination with diagnostic trouble codes p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457, p1442 or check fuel cap lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble code p0457. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 03148
- Component:
- 103600 power train:automatic transmission:cooling unit and lines
- Summary:
- New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 03181
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 03195
- Component:
- 133000 visibility:power window devices and controls
- Summary:
- Power rear window bounces back open when closing. 2004 sport trac model included. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 031912
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Steering wheel shudder during low speed turning maneuvers. 2004 explorer sport trac included. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 17172
- Component:
- 100000 power train
- Summary:
- Vibration/moan condition while driving at highway speeds (75-80 mph) on 4x4 vehicles equipped with a 4.10 axle ratio. 2004 sport trac included. *tt *mj
- Bulletin:
- 17198
- Component:
- 062300 engine and engine cooling:cooling system:hose
- Summary:
- Wear-through condition on the abrasion sleeve of the upper radiator hose near the air conditioning accumulator or transmission fluid dipstick. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 17231
- Component:
- 036400 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:abs warning light
- Summary:
- Anti-lock brake system (abs) light flashing with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b2477 after replacement of the abs module. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 03203
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Malfunction indicator lamp illuminated with diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0442, p0455, p0456, p0457 or p1442 or a check fuel cap lamp illuminated with dtc p0457 for the evaporative emission system. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 17253
- Component:
- 162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
- Summary:
- Water leak near the roof opening panel. 2004 explorer sport trac included. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 17254
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Clicking/popping noise from upper steering column area when turning. 2004 e series and explorer sport trac also included. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 17280
- Component:
- 112000 electrical system:alternator/generator/regulator
- Summary:
- Generator whistle/hoot noise in cold ambient temperatures. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 02M01
- Component:
- 063130 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system:emission control:gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
- Summary:
- Customer satisfaction program 02m01 supplement #4. certain ford 2000 through 2003 vehicles equipped with a tube-mounted egr pressure sensor - additional egr pressure sensor warranty coverage. *tt supplement #3. *mj supplement #6
- Bulletin:
- 03223
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. additional symptoms may include runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 031912
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Steering shudder felt when turning, driving at slow speeds or at stop. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 17647
- Component:
- 160000 structure
- Summary:
- Paint peeling and/or bubbling on the center finish panel of the instrument panel. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 17544
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Generator noise in cold ambient temperatures. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 03235
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Bed extender component replacement service tip. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 04111
- Component:
- 110000 electrical system
- Summary:
- Streamlined diagnostic procedure for vehicles with malfunction indicator lamp (mil) on and diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) p0401, p0402, p1400 or p1401. additional symptoms may include runs rough, lacks power, surge, poor fuel economy.
- Bulletin:
- 02222
- Component:
- 103000 power train:automatic transmission
- Summary:
- Noise-gear whine noise in 1st and 2nd gear only-vehicles equipped with 5r55e transmission and 4.0l engine only. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 16395
- Component:
- 021100 suspension:front:stabilizer bar
- Summary:
- Squeak noise from the rear stabilizer bar link. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 16402
- Component:
- 034000 service brakes, hydraulic:foundation components
- Summary:
- Front brake wear - under investigation. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 16424
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- New tonneau cover lock cylinder retainer clips released for service. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 16437
- Component:
- 036100 service brakes, hydraulic:antilock:control unit/module
- Summary:
- Diagnostic trouble code (dtc) c1233 & c1234 - replace anti-lock brake system euc. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 17777
- Component:
- 022140 suspension:rear:springs:leaf spring assembly
- Summary:
- Rear leaf spring noise. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 02171
- Component:
- 162000 structure:body
- Summary:
- Paint-premature clearcoat cracking-service tips. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 02176
- Component:
- 032100 service brakes, hydraulic:switches:brake light
- Summary:
- Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
- Bulletin:
- 16253
- Component:
- 162900 structure:body:roof and pillars
- Summary:
- Equipped with a hard tonneau cover. * mj
- Bulletin:
- 020801
- Component:
- 061000 engine and engine cooling:engine
- Summary:
- Rattle noise from primary chain drive area 2000-3000 rpm - 4.0l sohc engine. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 02216
- Component:
- 063000 engine and engine cooling:exhaust system
- Summary:
- Excessive sulfur smell from exhaust. *eh
- Bulletin:
- 04213
- Component:
- 022000 suspension:rear
- Summary:
- Squeaking noise from rear sway bar link. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 04217
- Component:
- 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
- Summary:
- General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 042107
- Component:
- 103100 power train:automatic transmission:control module (tcm, pcm)
- Summary:
- General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 042419
- Component:
- 021000 suspension:front
- Summary:
- Revised procedure for adjusting alignment on all suspensions - new right hand upper control arm design for torsion bar front suspensions. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 042421
- Component:
- 151300 seat belts:front:retractor
- Summary:
- Safety belt retraction speed. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 042511
- Component:
- 353600 equipment:air conditioner
- Summary:
- Moan/vibration during air conditioning operation. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 030508
- Component:
- 106000 power train:axle assembly
- Summary:
- Front axle leaks fluid from vent tube - vehicles equipped with 4x4 or awd. *tt
- Bulletin:
- 0427
- Component:
- 010000 steering
- Summary:
- Steering shudder during low speed maneuvers - 4.0l engine. *tt
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