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2012 Ford Mustang GT Convertible

  • Driver Airbag
  • Seat Mounted Front Side Airbags
  • Front Side Airbags With Head Protection
  • Passenger Airbag Cutoff Sensor
  • Passenger Airbag
  • Vehicle Speed and Audio Volume Limiter
  • Front Pretensioners
  • Side Guard Door Beams
 
Crash Test Results for the 2012 Ford Models:
No crash test results exist
 
Service Bulletins for 2012 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
2012 FORD MUSTANG:

Bulletin Number: 16B23
Certain 2011-2012 Model Year Edge and MKX Vehicles Equipped with 3.5L or 3.7L Engines, and 2011-2012 Model Year Mustang Vehicles Equipped with 3.7L Engines - Electronic Throttle Body Replacement

Bulletin Number: 16N02
CERTAIN 2011-2012 MODEL YEAR F-150 AND 2012 MODEL YEAR EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR AND MUSTANG VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6R80 TRANSMISSION - MOLDED LEADFRAME EXTENDED COVERAGE

Bulletin Number: 16N02
CERTAIN 2011-2012 MODEL YEAR F-150 AND 2012 MODEL YEAR EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR AND MUSTANG VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6R80 TRANSMISSION - MOLDED LEADFRAME EXTENDED COVERAGE

Bulletin Number: 44863
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

Bulletin Number: AS1-32241
FORD: ON VARIOUS VEHICLES WITH MY TOUCH,AFTER ANY APIM PROGRAMMING, REPLACEMENT OR DISCONNECT FROM FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM), TOUCHSCREEN CALIBRATION MUST BE PERFORMED. MODEL YEARS 2011-2013. NO MODELS LISTED.

Bulletin Number: AS1-32241
FORD: ON VARIOUS VEHICLES WITH MY TOUCH,AFTER ANY APIM PROGRAMMING, REPLACEMENT OR DISCONNECT FROM FRONT DISPLAY INTERFACE MODULE (FDIM), TOUCHSCREEN CALIBRATION MUST BE PERFORMED. MODEL YEARS 2011-2013. NO MODELS LISTED.

Bulletin Number: ASI-32230
FORD: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE IS REPLACED AND THE INTRUSION/INCLINATION SENSOR, CAN NOT BE SERVICED SEPARATELY, AND MUST BE RE-CONFIGURED. MODEL 2010-2014 MUSTANG. *PE

Bulletin Number: ASI-32230
FORD: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE OVERHEAD CONSOLE IS REPLACED AND THE INTRUSION/INCLINATION SENSOR, CAN NOT BE SERVICED SEPARATELY, AND MUST BE RE-CONFIGURED. MODEL 2010-2014 MUSTANG. *PE

Bulletin Number: ASI-32251
FORD/LINCOLN: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE INTELLIGENT ACCESS OR PUSH BUTTON START MAY HAVE AN INTERMITTENT IKT, SIMILAR SYMPTOMS AS DISCHARGED IKT BATTERY. MODELS 2012-2013 F-150, F SUPER DUTY, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, FLEX, EDGE, EXPLORER, TA

Bulletin Number: ASI-32251
FORD/LINCOLN: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES, THE INTELLIGENT ACCESS OR PUSH BUTTON START MAY HAVE AN INTERMITTENT IKT, SIMILAR SYMPTOMS AS DISCHARGED IKT BATTERY. MODELS 2012-2013 F-150, F SUPER DUTY, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, FLEX, EDGE, EXPLORER, TA

Bulletin Number: ASI-32252
LINCOLN/FORD: ON CERTAIN VEHICLES AND TRUCKS, THE MULTIFUNCTION INDICATOR LAMP (MIL), WILL ILLUMINATE WITH DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P1636 (INDUCTIVE SIGNATURE CHIP COMMUNICATION ERROR) PRESENT IN PCM OR TCM. MODELS 2011-2013 F-150 E

Bulletin Number: ASI-32266
FORD: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES NEEDS TO BE PULLED AT LEAST TWICE BEFORE OPENING. MODELS 2010-2013 F150, MUSTANG. *PE

Bulletin Number: ASI-32266
FORD: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES NEEDS TO BE PULLED AT LEAST TWICE BEFORE OPENING. MODELS 2010-2013 F150, MUSTANG. *PE

Bulletin Number: ASI-32266
FORD: ON SOME VEHICLES, THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLES NEEDS TO BE PULLED AT LEAST TWICE BEFORE OPENING. MODELS 2010-2013 F150, MUSTANG. *PE

Bulletin Number: ASI-44237
FORD: WHEN OPENING THE DOOR, USING THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE, IT MUST BE PULLED MORE THAN ONE TIME BEFORE DOOR(S) OPEN. MODEL 2010-2013 MUSTANG. *PE

Bulletin Number: ASI-44237
FORD: WHEN OPENING THE DOOR, USING THE OUTSIDE DOOR HANDLE, IT MUST BE PULLED MORE THAN ONE TIME BEFORE DOOR(S) OPEN. MODEL 2010-2013 MUSTANG. *PE

Bulletin Number: ASI-44352
FORD: DUE TO VEHICLES, WITH CARBON FIBER CLUTCHES, A CHATTER OR MOAN/GROAN NOISE IS HEARD WHILE MAKING SHARP TURNS, AT LOW SPEED AND IS CHARACTERISTIC OF HEAVY DUTY/RACING TYPE LIMITED SLIP DIFFERENTIAL. MODEL 2007-2014 MUSTANG GT500, GT,

Bulletin Number: ASI-44719
FORD: A CLICKING OR GRINDING NOISE CAN BE HEARD FROM SEAT TRACK AREA AND POWER SEAT WOULD BIND DURING TILTING OF SEAT CONTROL OR ADJUSTMENT LIFT OPERATION AND COULD BE FROM EITHER REAR VERTICAL LIFT GEAR BOXES OR FRONT TILT, SPECIFICALLY.

Bulletin Number: SB-32167-70
FORD/LINCOLN/MERCURY: SOME VEHICLES MAY EXPERIENCE AN ILLUMINATED MIL OR SAFETY STOP NOW MESSAGE, OR A NO START CONDITION OR POSSIBLE MISFIRE OR ROUGHNESS AT IDLING THROUGH 2000RPM OR A LACK OF ACCELERATION. MODELS 2009-12 ESCAPE, 2009-1

Bulletin Number: SIS-21755
FORD: 2011-2012 MUSTANG. RACE TRACK TIRES MAY CAUSE A STEERING WANDER/FIGHT WHEN ON REGULAR ROADS. THEY MAY ALSO SHAKE/SHUDDER. *RM

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46085
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46132
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46132
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46210
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.

Bulletin Number: SSM 46295
TO HELP DIFFERENTIATE ENGINE OIL LEAKS FROM OTHER POSSIBLE SOURCES, A NEW WHITE-COLORED FLUORESCENT ENGINE OIL DYE IS AVAILABLE. WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 303-00 HAS BEEN REVISED TO REFERENCE THE NEW WHITE-COLORED DYE. THE NEW WHITE FL

Bulletin Number: SSM 46332
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46451
2009-2017 VEHICLES EQUIPPED WITH A 6R80, 6R100, 6R140 AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION HAVE AN UPDATED MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY OVERHAUL PROCEDURE. REFER TO WORKSHOP MANUAL (WSM), SECTION 307-01 FOR MAIN CONTROL VALVE BODY (7A100) OVERHAUL PROCEDURES.

Bulletin Number: SSM 46900
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 46900
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47009
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47009
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47009
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47080
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47201
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47614
Some 2011 - 2014 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 3.7L V6 engine and MT82 manual transmission may exhibit a vibration felt in the shifter, and/or the seat track and steering wheel, on deceleration between 3500 and 2000 engine RPM. This an o

Bulletin Number: SSM 47614
Some 2011 - 2014 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 3.7L V6 engine and MT82 manual transmission may exhibit a vibration felt in the shifter, and/or the seat track and steering wheel, on deceleration between 3500 and 2000 engine RPM. This an o

Bulletin Number: SSM 47614
Some 2011 - 2014 Mustang vehicles equipped with a 3.7L V6 engine and MT82 manual transmission may exhibit a vibration felt in the shifter, and/or the seat track and steering wheel, on deceleration between 3500 and 2000 engine RPM. This an o

Bulletin Number: SSM 47749
Some 2012-2019 Vehicles may require repairs to the Smartlink system. Smartlink is a Ford Licensed Accessory which has a warranty provided by the accessory manufacturer. Warranty replacement parts for Smartlink that are ordered through Ford

Bulletin Number: SSM 47797
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47797
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47797
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47797
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47797
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 47830
Some 5.0L 4V engines may exhibit a tick/tap/rattle or knock immediately after secondary timing chain tensioner installation. In some cases the secondary timing chain tensioners are not fully released during installation.To confirm, remove b

Bulletin Number: SSM 47830
Some 5.0L 4V engines may exhibit a tick/tap/rattle or knock immediately after secondary timing chain tensioner installation. In some cases the secondary timing chain tensioners are not fully released during installation.To confirm, remove b

Bulletin Number: SSM 47976
On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/tran

Bulletin Number: SSM 48070
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 48070
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

Bulletin Number: SSM 48123
For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA a

Bulletin Number: TSB-11-11-1
FORD: ON VEHICLES WITH 6 SPEED MANUAL TRANSMISSION, VEHICLE MAY EXPERIENCE, IN COLD AMBIENT TEMPERATURES, AN INCREASED SHIFT EFFORT NOTICEABLE IN 1ST AND 2ND GEARS. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-12-11-12
FORD: DUE TO A BLOWN FUSE IN BATTERY JUNCTION BOX, VEHICLE EXHIBIT AN INTERMITTENT DRIVABILITY CONDITION, WITH A CRANK/NO START AND DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODE (DTC) P0627 STORED IN POWERTRAIN CONTROL MODULE (PCM). MODELS 2011-2013 MUSTANG.

Bulletin Number: TSB-13-5-30
FORD: THE SUN VISOR VANITY MIRROR DOOR, ON SOME VEHICLES, FAILS TO CLOSE OR IS LOOS AND CAUSES MIRROR LIGHT TO STAY ON. MODELS 2012-2013 MUSTANG, EXPLORER, F-150 AND 2012 ESCAPE. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-13-5-30
FORD: THE SUN VISOR VANITY MIRROR DOOR, ON SOME VEHICLES, FAILS TO CLOSE OR IS LOOS AND CAUSES MIRROR LIGHT TO STAY ON. MODELS 2012-2013 MUSTANG, EXPLORER, F-150 AND 2012 ESCAPE. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-13-6-15
FORD: NO OTHER DTCS OR DRIVABILITY SYMPTOMS PRESENT, ON SOME VEHICLES, WHEN MIL IS ILLUMINATED WITH COMBINATION OF ANY DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307, P0308 AND/OR P0316. MODELS 20

Bulletin Number: TSB-13-6-15
FORD: NO OTHER DTCS OR DRIVABILITY SYMPTOMS PRESENT, ON SOME VEHICLES, WHEN MIL IS ILLUMINATED WITH COMBINATION OF ANY DIAGNOSTIC TROUBLE CODES (DTCS) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, P0304, P0305, P0306, P0307, P0308 AND/OR P0316. MODELS 20

Bulletin Number: TSB-13-6-17
FORD:LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, THERE ARE VARIOUS RELATED CONCERNS ABOUT THE SYNC FEATURES, SUCH AS SYNC FEATURES INOPERATIVE, LACK OF OR SLOW RESPONSE TO PHONE AND VOICE BUTTON OPERATION. MODELS 2012-2013 FOCUS, E-SERIES, EDGE, EXPEDITIO

Bulletin Number: TSB-13-6-17
FORD:LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, THERE ARE VARIOUS RELATED CONCERNS ABOUT THE SYNC FEATURES, SUCH AS SYNC FEATURES INOPERATIVE, LACK OF OR SLOW RESPONSE TO PHONE AND VOICE BUTTON OPERATION. MODELS 2012-2013 FOCUS, E-SERIES, EDGE, EXPEDITIO

Bulletin Number: TSB-13-6-17
FORD:LINCOLN: ON SOME VEHICLES, THERE ARE VARIOUS RELATED CONCERNS ABOUT THE SYNC FEATURES, SUCH AS SYNC FEATURES INOPERATIVE, LACK OF OR SLOW RESPONSE TO PHONE AND VOICE BUTTON OPERATION. MODELS 2012-2013 FOCUS, E-SERIES, EDGE, EXPEDITIO

Bulletin Number: TSB-13-6-8
LINCOLN/FORD: TRANSMISSION ENGAGEMENT IN 5TH GEAR WHEN STARTING AND WRENCH INDICATOR AND/OR SEAT BELT MINDER MAY ILLUMINATE WITH SPEEDOMETER READING ZERO AND ODOMETER DISPLAYING DASHES, WHILE DRIVING, IN SOME VEHICLES. MODELS 2012-2013 NA

Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0076
LINCOLN/FORD: AFTER VEHICLE/TRUCK HAS BEEN PARKED SEVERAL HOURS, THERE IS A DELAYED ENGAGEMENT OF PARK TO FORWARD OR REVERSE TRANSMISSION ON INITIAL START UP. MODEL 2011-2014 EXPEDITION, MUSTANG, F-150, NAVIGATOR. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB-14-0156
FORD: IN FRONT OF LEFT HAND (LH) ON DRIVER SIDE CYLINDER HEAD, AN INTERMITTENT NOISE OF METALLIC RATTLE OR SCRATCHING, IS HEARD WHEN VEHICLE IS IDLE AND ENGINE AT OPERATING TEMPERATURE. MODEL 2011-12 F-150, MUSTANG. *PE

Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo

Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo

Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026
Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Fo

 
Recalls for 2012 Ford Mustang GT Convertible
2012 FORD MUSTANG
NHTSA Campaign ID: 15V319000
Component: AIR BAGS:FRONTAL:DRIVER SIDE INFLATOR MODULE
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 04/06/2004 - 06/21/2014
Potential Units Affected: 1018622
Defect Description:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2005-2014 Mustang vehicles manufactured April 6, 2004, to June 21, 2014, and 2005-2006 GT vehicles manufactured February 20, 2004, to September 22, 2006. The affected vehicles are equipped with a dual-stage driver frontal air bag that may be susceptible to moisture intrusion which, over time, could cause the inflator to rupture.
Consequence:
In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the driver's frontal air bag, the inflator could rupture with metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Action to take:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the front driver side air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began on June 10, 2016. Even if interim repairs were performed under safety recall 14V-802, owners must bring their vehicles in for the final remedy. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 15S21. Note: This recall supersedes safety recall 14V-802.
2012 FORD MUSTANG
NHTSA Campaign ID: 16V248000
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 08/09/2011 - 06/11/2012
Potential Units Affected: 153581
Defect Description:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain model year 2011-2012 Ford F-150 trucks, 2012 Ford Expedition, Lincoln Navigator, and Ford Mustang vehicles. The affected vehicles are equipped with an automatic transmission that may unexpectedly downshift to first gear, regardless of vehicle speed.
Consequence:
An unexpected downshift into first gear can cause the vehicle to slow down suddenly without warning and the rear tires may slide or lock, increasing the risk of a crash.
Action to take:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will reprogram the powertrain control module with updated software, free of charge. The recall began on September 19, 2016. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 16S19.
2012 FORD MUSTANG
NHTSA Campaign ID: 12V190000
Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM, PCM)
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: 10/17/2011 - 01/09/2012
Potential Units Affected: 10500
Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NOS. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT" AND 108 ┐LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.┐ THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) THAT WAS CALIBRATED OUT OF SPECIFICATION FOR REVERSE GEAR.
Consequence:
IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN THE DRIVER PUSHES THE SHIFT LEVER IN THE REVERSE ┐R┐ POSITION AND THE VEHICLE┐S TRANSMISSION DOES GO IN REVERSE, THE ┐R┐ MAY NOT ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, OR NAVIGATOR MODELS AND/OR THE BACKUP LAMP ON THE REAR OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, OR MUSTANG VEHICLES MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. THESE CONDITIONS INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR A PEDESTRIAN BEING STRUCK DUE TO THE VEHICLE┐S NOT SIGNALING IT IS IN REVERSE.
Action to take:
FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE TRS AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
2012 FORD MUSTANG
NHTSA Campaign ID: 12V190000
Component: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:BACK UP LIGHTS
Manufacturer: FORD MOTOR COMPANY
Manufacture Dates: 10/17/2011 - 01/09/2012
Potential Units Affected: 10500
Defect Description:
FORD IS RECALLING CERTAIN MODEL YEAR 2011-2012 FORD F-150, 2012 EXPEDITION AND LINCOLN NAVIGATOR, AND 2012-2013 MUSTANG VEHICLES, FOR FAILING TO COMPLY WITH THE REQUIREMENTS OF FEDERAL MOTOR VEHICLE SAFETY STANDARD NOS. 102, "TRANSMISSION SHIFT LEVER SEQUENCE, STARTER INTERLOCK, AND TRANSMISSION BRAKING EFFECT" AND 108 ┐LAMPS, REFLECTIVE DEVICES AND ASSOCIATED EQUIPMENT.┐ THESE VEHICLES MAY HAVE A TRANSMISSION RANGE SENSOR (TRS) THAT WAS CALIBRATED OUT OF SPECIFICATION FOR REVERSE GEAR.
Consequence:
IF THIS CONDITION EXISTS, THE TRANSMISSION MAY NOT GO INTO REVERSE OR WHEN THE DRIVER PUSHES THE SHIFT LEVER IN THE REVERSE ┐R┐ POSITION AND THE VEHICLE┐S TRANSMISSION DOES GO IN REVERSE, THE ┐R┐ MAY NOT ILLUMINATE ON THE DASHBOARD OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, OR NAVIGATOR MODELS AND/OR THE BACKUP LAMP ON THE REAR OF THE F-150, EXPEDITION, NAVIGATOR, OR MUSTANG VEHICLES MAY NOT ILLUMINATE. THESE CONDITIONS INCREASE THE RISK OF A CRASH OR A PEDESTRIAN BEING STRUCK DUE TO THE VEHICLE┐S NOT SIGNALING IT IS IN REVERSE.
Action to take:
FORD WILL NOTIFY OWNERS, AND DEALERS WILL INSPECT AND REPLACE THE TRS AS NECESSARY, FREE OF CHARGE. THE SAFETY RECALL BEGAN ON JUNE 11, 2012. OWNERS MAY CONTACT FORD MOTOR COMPANY CUSTOMER RELATIONSHIP CENTER AT 1-866-436-7332.
2012 FORD MUSTANG
NHTSA Campaign ID: 17V024000
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 09/09/2010 - 02/24/2012
Potential Units Affected: 654695
Defect Description:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2012 Ford Fusion and Mustang and Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands, or "Zone A." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" above, Ford is recalling certain 2009 Ford Ranger, Edge, Fusion and Mustang, Lincoln MKX, MKZ and Zephyr and Mercury Milan vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia and West Virginia, or "Zone B." Additionally, unless included in "Zone A" or "Zone B" above, Ford is recalling certain 2007-2008 Ford Ranger, Edge and Lincoln MKX, 2006-2008 Ford Fusion, Mercury Milan, Lincoln Zephyr and MKZ, 2005-2008 Ford Mustang and 2005-2006 Ford GT vehicles originally sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alaska, Colorado, Connecticut, Idaho, Iowa, Maine, Massachusetts, Michigan, Minnesota, Montana, New Hampshire, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Utah, Vermont, Washington, Wisconsin and Wyoming. These vehicles are equipped with certain air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating deployment of the passenger frontal air bag, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence:
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Action to take:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. Interim letters informing owners of the recall and that parts are not yet available began mailing March 1, 2017. Owners will receive a second notice when remedy parts become available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 19S01.
2012 FORD MUSTANG
NHTSA Campaign ID: 19V001000
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
Manufacture Dates: 08/14/2008 - 06/21/2014
Potential Units Affected: 782384
Defect Description:
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Alabama, California, Florida, Georgia, Hawaii, Louisiana, Mississippi, South Carolina, Texas, Puerto Rico, American Samoa, Guam, the Northern Mariana Islands (Saipan), and the U.S. Virgin Islands or "Zone A." Additionally, Ford is recalling certain 2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2011-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles and 2011-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of Arizona, Arkansas, Delaware, District of Columbia, Illinois, Indiana, Kansas, Kentucky, Maryland, Missouri, Nebraska, Nevada, New Jersey, New Mexico, North Carolina, Ohio, Oklahoma, Pennsylvania, Tennessee, Virginia, and West Virginia or "Zone B." Ford is also recalling certain 2010 Ford Edge and Lincoln MKX vehicles, 2010-2011 Ford Ranger and Mercury Milan vehicles, 2010-2012 Ford Fusion and Lincoln Zephyr/MKZ vehicles, and 2010-2014 Ford Mustang vehicles sold, or ever registered, in the states of AK, CO, CT, ID, IA, ME, MA, MI, MN, MT, NH, NY, ND, OR, RI, SD, UT, VT, WA, WI, and WY or "Zone C." These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment (such as after a vehicle crash necessitating replacement of the original air bags), that may explode due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to high absolute humidity, temperature and temperature cycling.
Consequence:
An inflator explosion may result in sharp metal fragments striking the driver or other occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Action to take:
Ford will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag inflator, free of charge. The recall began February 13, 2019. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall 19S01.
 


2010 Ferrari California Convertible GT

  • Driver Airbag
  • Front Door Mounted Front Side Airbags
  • Passenger Airbag
  • L A T C H
  • Front and Rear Crumple Zones
  • Automatic Safety Rollbar
  • Front and Rear 3-Point Seatbelts
  • Side Guard Door Beams
 
Crash Test Results for the 2010 Ferrari Models:
No crash test results exist
 
Service Bulletins for 2010 Ferrari California Convertible GT
2010 FERRARI CALIFORNIA:

Bulletin Number: 163
Carbon Ceramic Brakes

Bulletin Number: 163
Carbon Ceramic Brakes

Bulletin Number: 164
Takata Airbag Client Info Request

Bulletin Number: 164
Takata Airbag Client Info Request

Bulletin Number: 20
Classiche Bulletin 20- Revised February 2019

Bulletin Number: 2327
MANAGING LEVEL 3 REPAIR PROCEDURES FOR DCT GEARBOX

Bulletin Number: 2371
PROCEDURE FOR CHECKING RHT RETRACTABLE HARD TOP

Bulletin Number: 2371
PROCEDURE FOR CHECKING RHT RETRACTABLE HARD TOP

Bulletin Number: 2389
Managing DCT gearbox faults

Bulletin Number: 2389
Managing DCT gearbox faults

Bulletin Number: 2399
Procedure for Level 3 Oil leaks

Bulletin Number: 2406
Replacing CCP temperture sensor

Bulletin Number: 2407
Procedures for Checking RHT retractable hard top

Bulletin Number: 2407
Procedures for Checking RHT retractable hard top

Bulletin Number: 2407
Procedures for Checking RHT retractable hard top

Bulletin Number: 2487
2487 - Injectors and O-ring Seal kit

Bulletin Number: 2523
2523 - Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2523
2523 - Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2529
2529 - Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2554
2554 - New Passenger Airbag Module and Brackets

Bulletin Number: 2556
Ferrari Predictive Maintenance and new Warranty booklets

Bulletin Number: 2557
2557 - Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2562
Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2562
Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2565
New Passenger Airbag Module and Brackets

Bulletin Number: 2565
New Passenger Airbag Module and Brackets

Bulletin Number: 2580
Ferrari Predictive Maintenance - first module roll-out

Bulletin Number: 2583
SABELT racing seats

Bulletin Number: 2584
Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2589
Resetting service Indicator and compiling Manufacturer's Warranty Booklet

Bulletin Number: 2591
Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2591
Getrag Gearboxes

Bulletin Number: 2594
Packing components for shipment for Parts Return from network

Bulletin Number: 2595
Q-A Ferrari Predictive Maintenance

Bulletin Number: 2599
Conclusion of engine oil sampling campaign

Bulletin Number: 2599
Conclusion of engine oil sampling campaign

Bulletin Number: 2600
2019 Technical Documentation Update 6

Bulletin Number: 2603
âÂÂPro-Team❠anti stone-chipping film

Bulletin Number: 2604
New âÂÂErrors Found❠field in ROL creation page

Bulletin Number: 2606
New functions in Service Entry

Bulletin Number: 2608
2019 Technical Documentation Update

Bulletin Number: 2609
Updated Contents with reference to TI 2608

Bulletin Number: 87
Brembo Racing procedure for tightening brake caliper bleeder screws

Bulletin Number: FNA138
INFORMATION FOR DEALERS TO INCORPORATE A PASSENGER AIRBAG RECALL NOTIFICATION CARD AND STICKER IN THE WARRANTY BOOK OF USED CAR SALES. THIS ALSO APPLIES TO NEW CARS BEING SOLD WITH FUTURE RECALL OF THE PASSENGER AIRBAG.

 
Recalls for 2010 Ferrari California Convertible GT
2010 FERRARI CALIFORNIA
NHTSA Campaign ID: 16V341000
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Manufacturer: Ferrari North America, Inc.
Manufacture Dates: 03/05/2010 - 07/29/2011
Potential Units Affected: 2826
Defect Description:
Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain model year 2009-2011 Ferrari California vehicles manufactured February 16, 2009, to July 8, 2011, and model year 2010-2011 458 Italia vehicles manufactured March 5, 2010, to July 29, 2011. These vehicles are equipped with air bag inflators assembled as part of the passenger frontal air bag modules, used as original equipment or replacement equipment. In the event of a crash necessitating air bag deployment, these inflators may rupture due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence:
An inflator rupture may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Action to take:
Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly, free of charge. The recall began October 30, 2017. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 60.
2010 FERRARI CALIFORNIA
NHTSA Campaign ID: 18V188000
Component: AIR BAGS:PASSENGER SIDE FRONTAL
Manufacturer: Ferrari North America, Inc.
Manufacture Dates: 02/16/2009 - 07/08/2011
Potential Units Affected: 1870
Defect Description:
Ferrari North America, Inc. (Ferrari) is recalling certain 2009-2011 Ferrari California, and 2010-2011 Ferrari 458 Italia vehicles that have not had their passenger frontal air bag replaced. These passenger frontal air bag modules have air bag inflators that may explode in the event of a crash due to propellant degradation occurring after long-term exposure to absolute humidity and temperature cycling.
Consequence:
An inflator explosion may result in metal fragments striking the vehicle occupants resulting in serious injury or death.
Action to take:
Ferrari will notify owners, and dealers will replace the passenger frontal air bag assembly with one that uses an alternate inflator, free of charge. Owners may contact Ferrari customer service at 1-201-816-2668. Ferrari's number for this recall is 60A. Note: This recall supersedes recall 16V-341.
 






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