Ford recalls 200,000 vehicles.....so far.

[2KBlackGT]

Ford recalls more than 200,000 vehicles to fix transmissions

Ford is recalling nearly 202,000 pickup trucks, SUVs and cars in North America because the automatic transmissions can suddenly downshift to first gear.

The company also said Wednesday that it's recalling more than 81,000 Explorer SUVs to fix a rear suspension problem.

The transmission recall covers the 2011 and 2012 F-150 and the 2012 Expedition, Mustang and Lincoln Navigator. Ford says a software problem in a speed sensor can force the vehicles into a downshift. The problem has caused three crashes but no injuries.

Dealers will inspect the sensors. If they find no trouble codes, they'll update software. If trouble codes are present they'll replace the part that houses the speed sensor.

The Explorer recall covers SUVs and Police Interceptor models in the U.S., Canada and Mexico from 2014 and 2015. Ford says the suspension links could fracture due to poor welds.

http://www.msn.com/en-us/money/companies/ford-recalls-more-than-200000-vehicles-to-fix-transmissions/ar-BBskFEC?li=BBnb7Kz&ocid=iehp

 

[offroadkarter]

Its good that they are actually doing the recall instead of hiding it for 10 years until it starts killing people.

 

[13COBRA]

Wasn't there a thread just today on this? The guy had Paxton and some other mods? Or am I daydreaming again?

 

[thomas91169]

lol automatics. Theres your first problem.

 

[tistan]

lol automatics. Theres your first problem.

Good luck trying to find an f150 with a manual and any creature comforts.

I just checked, and you can't buy a 1/2 ton Chevy or a Ford with a manual

 

[thomas91169]

Good luck trying to find an f150 with a manual and any creature comforts.

I just checked, and you can't buy a 1/2 ton Chevy or a Ford with a manual

True but I was mostly talking about the mustangs affected with this.

 

[black99lightnin]

unrelated our Explorer is making some type of racket in the right front suspension. Gotta bring it in when we have time.

 

[black99lightnin]

True but I was mostly talking about the mustangs affected with this.

Mustangs are probably a small percentage of this recall, realizing how many F150's are sold each year.

 

[13COBRA]

Mustangs in this recall are probably a small percentage of this recall, realizing how many F150's are sold each year.

Cool. I'll get lunch.

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[BRNG ITT]

unrelated our Explorer is making some type of racket in the right front suspension. Gotta bring it in when we have time.

If it is a single "pop" when you turn the steering wheel, then it's most likely from a bad weld at the factory between two of the bumper support crossmembers that are rubbing together when flexed.

If it's more of a consistent popping or rattling when accelerating or stopping, probably a half shaft problem: TSB 14-0186

 

[shanezt]

I took a screen shot of this article off MSN, they had a picture of a Chevy Silverado (not an ad) for the article earlier. I got a chuckle

 

[KushBandit]

True but I was mostly talking about the mustangs affected with this.

That MT-82 life! Oh wait, it broke again lol.

 

[DriftwoodSVT]

lol automatics. Theres your first problem.

Didn't realize my Raptor had a manual option. Can you find me one?

 

[Kiohtee]

Didn't realize my Raptor had a manual option. Can you find me one?

He already said he was referencing the Mustang in particular. :read: I gotta say though, that junk MT-82 isn't any better. At least the 6R80 is strong.

 

[black99lightnin]

If it is a single "pop" when you turn the steering wheel, then it's most likely from a bad weld at the factory between two of the bumper support crossmembers that are rubbing together when flexed.

If it's more of a consistent popping or rattling when accelerating or stopping, probably a half shaft problem: TSB 14-0186

rattling popping. Early on it had a bad stabilzer end link.

 

[2KBlackGT]

Just wait til the recall for the Focus happens

 

[DHG1078]

Just wait til the recall for the Focus happens

Lol you mean for the DCT transmission?

 

[13COBRA]

Just wait til the recall for the Focus happens

I've said this for a few years.

At this point; I don't think they will recall them.

 

[2KBlackGT]

Lol you mean for the DCT transmission?

Yep

I've said this for a few years.

At this point; I don't think they will recall them.

You're more knowledgeable than I, It wouldn't surprise me if/when it happens.

 

[13COBRA]

You're more knowledgeable than I, It wouldn't surprise me if/when it happens.

I think they should've in 2013 (on the 2012's) when they began to be a problem; then they should have fixed it on later models. 2012-14's were plagued with it; doesn't seem to be an issue on the 15+.

If it were a safety concern, it would be a recall; since it's not...I doubt it happens.