Category Archives: Ford

Ford F150 Air Bag Recall

Ford is recalling certain 2012 F150 pickup trucks because the Occupant Classification system Module (OCSM) may have the wrong software installed. The OCSM software is used to classify the size of the occupant in the passenger seat and deploy the … Continue reading

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Ford Transmission Problem

Ford will be recalling certain 2011-2013 vehicles because the transmission range selector (TRS) may not have been calibrated properly for reverse gear. Drivers may not be able to put the vehicle in reverse, may not be notified the vehicle is … Continue reading

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Ford Passenger Wiper Motors recalled

Ford has issued a recall notice for certain 2012 Focus vehicles manufactured between August 2010 and October 2011. According to the recall report, a seal in the wiring harness connector to the passenger side wiper motor may have not been … Continue reading

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Ford Taurus Investigated For Stuck Throttles

Complaints of sticking throttles in certain 2005-2006 Ford Taurus vehicles has lead to an investigation by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). The NHTSA has received complaints from drivers who say that their vehicle engines would rev as high … Continue reading

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Ford Focus Suspension Separation

Ride Control LLC is recalling certain 2000-2005 Ford Focus vehicles that have been fitted with after market ReadyMount suspension assemblies. (Part Numbers: 746641MT AND 746646MT) According to the recall report, these assemblies could be missing a washer necessary to prevent the ready mount assembly from pulling apart at the top. If the assembly separates during installation, the installer could be injured and if separation occurs while the vehicle is being driven, it could result in loss of control of the vehicle. Ride Control will notify owners starting this month, and will set up procedures to inspect, repair and replace any affected parts. The part numbers affected include: Gabriel G56944 and Gabriel G56945, and privately branded PartsMaster G68944 and G68945. Owners wanting more information on the recall can contact Ride Control at 1-800-999-3903. Continue reading

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Ford Freestar And Mercury Monterey Power Train Problem

Ford has announced a recall for certain 2004-2005 Ford Freestars and Mercury Monterey minivans for a torque converter output shaft that could fail. If the shaft should fail, the driver will experience a sudden loss of power, increasing the chance … Continue reading

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Wheel Lug Fractures In Ford And Mercury Vehicles

Some 2010-2011 Ford Fusion and 2010-2011 Mercury Milan vehicle owners are being asked by Ford to bring in their vehicles to have the rear wheel studs replaced. The recall report states that the wheel studs may fracture and could result … Continue reading

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Shift Interlock Problems on Ford Trucks

Ford has announced a recall for certain 2011-2012 F-150, 2012 F-250, 2012 F-350, 2012 F-450, and 2012 F-550 Heavy Duty pickup trucks. According to the recall report, the transmission may be shifted out of “park” without pressing the brake pedal … Continue reading

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UAW Negotiations Come To A Close

Chrysler is the last of the three Detroit automobile manufacturers to reach a deal with the United Auto Workers (UAW) union, ending negotiations started in July. GM workers signed their new contract last month, and Ford workers are expected to … Continue reading

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Ford Escape Gets An EcoBoost Engine

According to an announcement made by Ford earlier this week, the newly designed 2013 Escape crossover vehicle will no longer be offered as a V-6 engine or hybrid powertrain version. Instead the Escape will include only a four cylinder version … Continue reading

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