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2001 Lincoln Navigator Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

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05/10/06 NHTSA ID: 10019912
TSB ID: 06513

Engine misfire with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) pewee, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306, p0307, p0308, and p0316.
01/12/06 NHTSA ID: 10018745
TSB ID: 041601

Wds cop kit diagnostic tip - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - engine misfire or rough running.
10/07/05 NHTSA ID: 10016789
TSB ID: 050618

Rear axle noise repair. *sc
01/06/05 NHTSA ID: 10011162
TSB ID: 031404

Engine misfire or running - coil on plug (cop) ignition systems - wds cop kit diagnostic tips. to include various 2005 models. * ar this article 04161 supersedes tsb 03-14-04.
12/07/04 NHTSA ID: 10010731
TSB ID: 18217

Multiple vehicles - fuel level indication concerns - service tip. various models including 2005 super duty f-series, excursion, expedition, explorer, mountaineer and aviator.
11/03/04 NHTSA ID: 10010001
TSB ID: 04L19

Customer maintenance reminder - literature program 04l19 - tie rod inspection procedure.
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08/05/04 NHTSA ID: 10008580
TSB ID: 02176

Lamp-brake-invadvertent disabling of brake shift interlock. *mj
08/04/04 NHTSA ID: 10008539
TSB ID: 0454

Air suspension compressor noise.
07/22/04 NHTSA ID: 10008166
TSB ID: 17316

Fuel signal to instrument cluster service tip.
07/22/04 NHTSA ID: 10008177
TSB ID: 17346

Steering idler arm noise.
06/22/04 NHTSA ID: 10007409
TSB ID: 17637

Runs rough / lacks power / misfire / malfunction indicator lamp - loss of compression on vehicles with over 20,000 miles.
11/17/03 NHTSA ID: 10004052
TSB ID: 17136

Runs rough/lacks power/misfire - loss of compression.
10/29/03 NHTSA ID: 10003744
TSB ID: 03144

Engine misfire or rough running condition with coil on plug (cop) ignition systems may be more accurately diagnosed using the optional worldwide diagnostic system (wds) coil on plug (cop) kit. 2003 super duty f series included.
10/10/03 NHTSA ID: 10003192
TSB ID: 031513

Tie rod end inspection procedure.
09/17/03 NHTSA ID: 10002775
TSB ID: 0392

Repeat air suspension compressor drier failures.
09/17/03 NHTSA ID: 10002780
TSB ID: 0398

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.
09/17/03 NHTSA ID: 10002781
TSB ID: 0399

Tie rod end inspection procedure.
09/10/03 NHTSA ID: 10002680
TSB ID: 030709

Repeat air suspension compressor drier failures.
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07/28/03 NHTSA ID: 10001937
TSB ID: 16683

False failure of the vapor management valve (vmv). *jb
07/23/03 NHTSA ID: 10001861
TSB ID: 03610

Tie rod end inspection procedure. canada vehicles only. *jb
11/07/02 NHTSA ID: 636326
TSB ID: 15692

Some vehicles may exhibit a squeak, snap, rattle, or clunk in the front end when turning or going over bumps.
11/06/02 NHTSA ID: 636202
TSB ID: 16015

Some vehicles with air suspension may exhibit an initial or repeat compressor dryer failure.
11/04/02 NHTSA ID: 636054
TSB ID: 0241

Subject regarding idler arm replacement specifications.
04/19/02 NHTSA ID: 630702
TSB ID: 15648

Some vehicles may exhibit a slow fuel fill condition and/or premature shutoff of the gas pump when the vehicle is being refueled.
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04/19/02 NHTSA ID: 630704
TSB ID: 15651

Some vehicles equipped with air suspension may exhibit an air leak and/or overnight bleed down of the air suspension.
04/18/02 NHTSA ID: 630515
TSB ID: 01246

Engine oil system priming procedures, service tips for reports of premature engine failure.
04/18/02 NHTSA ID: 630538
TSB ID: 01E16

Emissions recall 01e16 to replace incorrect hego sensor, the incorrect hego sensor may cause applicable exhaust emissions standards to be exceeded due to the potential for incorrect fuel/air ratios.
04/18/02 NHTSA ID: 630585
TSB ID: 15480

Some vehicles may exhibit a slow fuel fill condition and/or premature shutoff of the gas pump when the vehicle is being re-fueled.
04/18/02 NHTSA ID: 630612
TSB ID: 15502

Concerns with pop/clunk/click noise from the front suspension when making low-speed turns in forward or reverse gears.
04/17/02 NHTSA ID: 630420
TSB ID: 15407

Concerns with a pop/clunk/click noise coming from the front suspension when making low-speed turns in forward or reverse gears.
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04/16/02 NHTSA ID: 630374
TSB ID: 15362

Some vehicles may exhibit air suspension malfunction.
04/15/02 NHTSA ID: 630235
TSB ID: 15326

Some vehicles may exhibit a pop/clunk/click noise from the front suspension when making low speed turns in either forward or reverse.
04/12/02 NHTSA ID: 630059
TSB ID: 15528

Subject regarding air suspension compressor quality. *yd
04/12/02 NHTSA ID: 630043
TSB ID: 15517

Subject regarding exaggerated engine braking on deceleration. *yd
04/11/02 NHTSA ID: 630001
TSB ID: 0214

Some engine assemblies with aluminum cylinder heads repaired in-vehile have been found to leak coolant and/or oil from the cylinder head gasket area.
02/26/02 NHTSA ID: 627927
TSB ID: 01205

Some vehicles may exhibit vacuum or air leaks in the intake manifold and / or engine system causing diagnostic trouble codes p0171 and or p0174.
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11/30/01 NHTSA ID: 625714
TSB ID: 15253

Information dfpe sensor location.
09/05/01 NHTSA ID: 621003
TSB ID: 15035

Information concerning steering gear change.
07/20/01 NHTSA ID: 620219
TSB ID: 14905

Some vehicles may exhibit amber anti-lock brake system (abs) lamp on with undefined diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) stored.
05/30/01 NHTSA ID: 619419
TSB ID: 0142

Some vehicles may exhibit the engine oil sending unit contacting the oil drip shield attached to the front axle.
05/30/01 NHTSA ID: 619424
TSB ID: 0147

Subject regarding engine oil recommendations for use in 2001 vehicles - sae 5w-20 motor oil.
05/23/01 NHTSA ID: 619315
TSB ID: 14821

Some vehicles equipped with 4.6l romeo engine may exhibit an oil leak from the cylinder head gasket area.
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05/23/01 NHTSA ID: 619335
TSB ID: 14864

Subject regarding certain vehicles with 4.6l romeo engines exhibiting an oil leak from the cylinder head gasket area.
05/22/01 NHTSA ID: 619287
TSB ID: 01T03

Special service instruction regarding potential incorrect piston ring installation. on affected vehicles, incorrect piston ring(s) may cause a ticking noise which, if not repaired, could result in severe engine damage.
05/22/01 NHTSA ID: 619288
TSB ID: 01T03S1

Special service instruction - supplement #1 - regarding labor operations and claiming information for potential incorrect piston ring installation.
04/18/01 NHTSA ID: 618640
TSB ID: 14372

Information on idle vibration or engine droan on acceleration. *jb
04/18/01 NHTSA ID: 618633
TSB ID: 14359

Subject pertaining to air suspension leaks. *jb
04/16/01 NHTSA ID: 618559
TSB ID: 00222

Information regarding power steering pump bolt-correct placement of bolts and washer-windsor built engines. *jb
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04/17/02 Engine NHTSA ID: 630454
TSB ID: 15432

Some vehicles not equipped with side air bags may exhibit diagnostic trouble code b1998 (passenger side air bag circuit resistance high) in the restraints control module.
02/22/02 Engine NHTSA ID: 627774
TSB ID: 012113

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
12/06/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10017892
TSB ID: 05618

Rear axle noise repair.
04/28/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10014086
TSB ID: 042107

General (pcm) power train control module programming procedures.
04/15/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10013369
TSB ID: 04217

General power train control module (pcm) programming procedures.
10/29/03 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10003748
TSB ID: 03148

New transmission cooler flusher - service tips. 2003 escort and super duty f series included.
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12/06/02 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 637779
TSB ID: 15897

Subject regarding driveline angle-related vibration at various speeds and load conditions.
11/07/02 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 636384
TSB ID: 15749

Some vehicles equipped with 4 wheel drive may exhibit a notchy or sticking feeling in slow speed turns with no effect on steering efforts or assist while in the automatic 4x4 position.
11/06/02 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 636226
TSB ID: 16033

Some vehicles with electronic shift-on-the fly may exhibit an inadvertent 4x4 low engagement while driving.
11/04/02 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 636052
TSB ID: 0258

Inoperative or inacurrate speedometer, 4x4 lamp illuminatd, and / or diagnostic trouble code p1635 or p1639.
04/16/02 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 630386
TSB ID: 15377

Some vehicles may exhibit an axle tube seal leakage and an axle bearing that is loose in the axle housing, and/or a replacement service bearing that is loose in the housing.
11/30/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 625715
TSB ID: 01181

Brake shift interlock.*jb
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11/08/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 624629
TSB ID: 15123

Some vehicles may exhibit a driveline vibration at speeds between 60-70 mph. *slc
10/23/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 622824
TSB ID: 15011

Exhibiting an uncommanded shift wheel low during low speed maneuvering.
09/05/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 620984
TSB ID: 01135

Some vehicles equipped with 4r100 transmission, having a transmission build date between 7/27/2000 and 3/23/2001, may exhibit an intermittent, delayed or no second gear condition.
09/05/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 620991
TSB ID: 01141

Some vehicles may exhibit inadvertent 4x4 hi or low shift events, 4x4 and / or low range indicator flashing or solid or vehicle stuck in 4l after uncommanded shift.
07/19/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 620183
TSB ID: 14918

This bulletin states that on some vehicles (including 2002 blackwood) a battery disconnect or parameter reset is required during powertrain control module (pcm) or instrument cluster (vic / hec / icm) replacement.
04/16/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 618564
TSB ID: 00B54

Owner notification informing owners that their transmission could be damaged internally and, potentially, could result in a loss of second gear or, ultimately, an inability to move the vehicle if it is driven under certain conditions.
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04/16/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 618565
TSB ID: 00B54

Owner notification program parts update regarding 4r100 transmission replacement. *jb
03/05/01 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 616522
TSB ID: 002310

Subject regarding contamination from prior transmission concerns or excess wear may be trapped in the transmission fluid cooling system.
05/05/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10014671
TSB ID: 04262

False parking aid warnings. update.
04/27/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10014062
TSB ID: 04189

Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
04/08/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10013116
TSB ID: 04174

Malfunction indicator lamp (mil) illuminated - system lean diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) - service tips. various models including 2004 f-series.
04/07/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10013060
TSB ID: 02208

Climate control a/c service tech tips. *eh
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01/04/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10011159
TSB ID: 041514

Rear window defroster grid/integral antenna diagnosis and repair - terminal tab repair.
09/23/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10009321
TSB ID: 031501

Inoperative electric rear window defroster (heated backlite) grid lines, integral antenna concerns.
07/23/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10008225
TSB ID: 17720

Airbag warning lamp on with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1994/b1998 on vehicles without side air bags.
07/23/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10008201
TSB ID: 0471

Warning indicators-parking aid-reverse sensing system (rss) and forward sensing system (fss)-false activation of warning tone-service tips. *mj update.
06/10/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10007316
TSB ID: 17459

Courtesy rail lamps do not operate correctly or cause a battery draw.
01/14/04 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10004886
TSB ID: 03203

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.
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11/14/03 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10004027
TSB ID: 03181

Remote keyless entry (rke) - service tips.
09/10/03 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10002670
TSB ID: 16797

Vehicles with keyless entry pad may exhibit dead battery, no start, interior lamp/headlamp self-activation, or inoperative keyless entry pad.
12/06/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 637882
TSB ID: 02121

White flakes coming from the air conditioner vents when the blower motor is engaged.
12/03/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 637593
TSB ID: 15844

Some vehicles may exhibit significant moisture collection or pooling at the bottom of the fog lamp housing.
11/05/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 636065
TSB ID: 0245

Information regarding discharged battery charging service tips and guidelines.
04/23/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 630736
TSB ID: 15671

Some 4x4s may exhibit a momentary interruption of the radio and/or interior cambin lights when the one-touch-down feature of the driver's power window is activated.
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04/19/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 630691
TSB ID: 15643

Concerns with foglamp moisture entry/condensation.
04/19/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 630706
TSB ID: 15652

Concerns with climate control system air discharged through the defroster ducts only, regardless of setting.
04/18/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 630531
TSB ID: 01253

Concerns with white flakes coming from the air conditioner vents when the blower motor is engaged.
04/17/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 630410
TSB ID: 15395

Some vehicles may exhibit a weak horn chirp confirmation when the transmitter is used to lock the doors and/or an inoperative horn when the vehicle's engine is not running.
04/12/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 630081
TSB ID: 15549

Information regarding pop/thump noise from power window. *yh
04/11/02 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 629997
TSB ID: 0212

Some vehicles may exhibit a weak horn chirp confirmation when the key fob is used, or an inoperative horn when the engine is not running.
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11/30/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 625722
TSB ID: 15262

Information on radio operation with rear seat entertainment system.
10/31/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 623944
TSB ID: 01156

Some vehicles may exhibit heater core leaks. *slc
08/07/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 620433
TSB ID: 14397

Certain supercrews and some vehicles may exhibit a wind noise / boom when driven at high speeds above 55 mph with the moon roof fully open, due to the moon roof wind deflector not deployed high enough above the roof line.
05/22/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 619266
TSB ID: 0162

Vehicles equipped with passive anti-theft system (pats) may not start or crank.
05/17/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 619162
TSB ID: 14660

Some vehicles not equipped with side air bags, may exhibit a diagnostic trouble code (dtc) b1998 (passenger side air bag circuit resistance high) in the restraints control module.
05/16/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 619147
TSB ID: 0125

Seat belt warning system - belt reminder function, operation and service tips.
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04/18/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 618617
TSB ID: 14377

Concerns with driver seat module - ngs / wds special instructions. *jb
04/03/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 617999
TSB ID: 14627

Conditions on climate control system air flows through defrost only. *jb
03/02/01 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 616541
TSB ID: 14458

Information regarding horn chirp with function of speed control buttons.
04/28/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10014138
TSB ID: 042421

Safety belt retraction speed.
04/28/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10014165
TSB ID: 04251

Aluminum corrosion - service tip.
08/04/04 Other NHTSA ID: 10008542
TSB ID: 0457

Pop/thump noise at end of window movement and/or driver's window bounce back and reverse to mid-position.
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07/22/04 Other NHTSA ID: 10008157
TSB ID: 99263

Correct lug nut torque specifications - increase wheel nut and stud size - service tip.
12/06/02 Other NHTSA ID: 637848
TSB ID: 15939

Concerns with speed body boom.
12/02/02 Other NHTSA ID: 637511
TSB ID: 15794

Some 4x2 vehicles equipped with p275/60/r17 continental-general tires may exhibit a highway speed tire vibration.
11/07/02 Other NHTSA ID: 636289
TSB ID: 16087

Some vehicles may exhibit a flashing transmission control indicator lamp (tcil) and diagnostic trouble codes p0740, p0741, p0743, and p1744 (torque converter clutch).
11/07/02 Other NHTSA ID: 636344
TSB ID: 15708

Some vehicles may exhibit wheels that seize to the hubs and are difficult to remove during service.
11/07/02 Other NHTSA ID: 636371
TSB ID: 15727

Some 4x2 vehicles equipped with p275/60/r17 continental general tires may exhibit a highway speed tire vibration.
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11/06/02 Other NHTSA ID: 636178
TSB ID: 16170

Some vehicles equipped with a 4r100 transmission and built between january 1, 2001 and may 1, 2002 may exhibit flashing transmission control indicator lamp and any or all torque converter clutch diagnostic trouble codes p0740, p0741, p0743,
04/19/02 Other NHTSA ID: 630653
TSB ID: 15605

Some vehicles may exhibit driveability conditions and / or check engine lamp illuminated with a diagnostic trouble p0455 (gross leak detected).
04/11/02 Other NHTSA ID: 630026
TSB ID: 15504

Some vehicles may exhibit driveabilty conditions and/or check engine lamp illuminated with a diagnostic trouble code p0455 (gross leak detected).
12/03/01 Other NHTSA ID: 625773
TSB ID: 15225

Some vehicles may exhibit a difficult to remove wheel rim condition.
12/03/01 Other NHTSA ID: 625765
TSB ID: 15219

Some vehicles may exhibit a condition where all the guages inthe instrument cluster will sweep at initial start up.
11/08/01 Other NHTSA ID: 624622
TSB ID: 15122

Some vehicles may exhibit a vibration at idle and/or engine droaning noise on acceleration from a stop. *slc
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11/01/01 Other NHTSA ID: 624155
TSB ID: 15114

Information regarding external transmission cooler disconnect tool. *jada
10/31/01 Other NHTSA ID: 623988
TSB ID: 01157

Information regarding transmission fluid usage charts. *slc
10/22/01 Other NHTSA ID: 622677
TSB ID: 01128

Some vehicles may exhibit a check suspension lamp on with diagnostic trouble codes b2140 or c2140 even after the air suspension switch in the upper rh kick panel has been turned on.
07/20/01 Other NHTSA ID: 620221
TSB ID: 14907

Concerns with vehicles exhibiting the oil pressure gauge registering low or no oil pressure usually on initial start-up after several hours of cold soak.
05/23/01 Other NHTSA ID: 619319
TSB ID: 14828

Engineering is investigating vehicles received from the assembly plant with the check air suspension lamp remaining illuminated after the air suspension switch has been turned on.
04/02/01 Other NHTSA ID: 617960
TSB ID: 14571

Some vehicles equipped with continental / general p275 / 60r17 tires may exhibit a tire vibration.
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03/14/01 Other NHTSA ID: 616870
TSB ID: 14528

Some vehicles may exhibit holes, tears, snags or cracks on the seat upholstery.
03/13/01 Other NHTSA ID: 616833
TSB ID: 14509

Information on the rear seat entertainment system (rse) accessories kit.
03/13/01 Other NHTSA ID: 616841
TSB ID: 14532

Subject regarding outer belt molding finish change.
03/02/01 Other NHTSA ID: 616539
TSB ID: 14456

Information on squeak and rattle noise conditions.

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Lincoln Navigator TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)

Some things are often misunderstood about recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Plus a disclaimer.

  1. Recalls do not have to be issued only because something is prone to failure. NHTSA (a government agency) can only require a recall if a failure will affect safety, emissions, fuel economy, or compliance with some other regulation or law. Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though.
  2. Recalls often apply to only some cars of a specific model year, rather than all of them. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which (if any) recalls pertain to your car.
  3. The primary purpose of TSBs is to inform dealers about known problems with a car and how to fix them. They are not the same as recalls. As with recalls, TSBs often only apply to some cars, not the entire model year.
  4. Dealers often will not provide a preventive repair just because a problem described in a TSB might happen to your car. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car.
  5. Even if there are symptoms, a manufacturer doesn't have to pick up the cost of a TSB repair if the car is out of warranty, though sometimes they do.

We provide the text of recalls and TSBs as provided by NHTSA. There can be errors in the text. If you sign up for notifications in My Garage, we will try to get these to do, but for various reasons (some beyond our control) cannot guarantee you will receive them. When in doubt about a recall or TSB, contact the dealer.