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2004 Volvo S40 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

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12/21/17 NHTSA ID: 10126648
TSB ID: FSB 262-005

Coolant bypass housing seal
12/21/17 NHTSA ID: 10126631
TSB ID: FSB 293-024

Exhaust gas recirculation (egr) differential pressure sensor
12/21/17 NHTSA ID: 10126636
TSB ID: FSB 293-012

Exhaust gas recirculation, part update
12/21/17 NHTSA ID: 10126660
TSB ID: FSB 293-026

Exhaust gas recirculation (egr) differential pressure sensor
08/03/17 NHTSA ID: 10110147
TSB ID: SMB22-206

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01/13/17 NHTSA ID: 10088644
TSB ID: TJ20803

This is a technical journal: in case of complaint of noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
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04/10/12 NHTSA ID: 10043544
TSB ID: SMB 23-037

Pump electronic modules (pem) to prior approval.
06/06/11 NHTSA ID: 10037821
TSB ID: TJ-18381-7

Volvo: when going over bumps or on an uneven road there may be a knocking or rattling noise from the front struts. there may be a defective top bearing or a coil spring in conflict with the body strut tower.
05/13/11 NHTSA ID: 10037240
TSB ID: TJ-10438-8

Volvo: the abs light is on with four possible toruble codes.
11/22/10 NHTSA ID: 10034507
TSB ID: TL-20109

Volvo: knocking noise from front control arm, rear bushing. a knocking or rattling metallic noise from the front suspension at start and stop, and in come cases pulling or a misaligned steering wheel.
09/20/10 NHTSA ID: 10033807
TSB ID: TJ-3871

Volvo: park assist does not work; not possible to read dtc from pam via vida. a new pam (parking assistance module) was introduced 2009w23, but due to pam warranty replacements or accessory installations, it can also be fitted in older ca
09/20/10 NHTSA ID: 10033816
TSB ID: TJ-5931

Volvo: unnecessary brake control module (bcm) replacements. when diagnosing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) for brake control system, technician must always follow complete diagnostic fault tracing path in vida. vida always lists possib
06/11/10 NHTSA ID: 10032910
TSB ID: RTJ-17583

Volvo: brake control module (bcm), not in prog mode after replacement of bcm. vida may give the error bcm not in prog mode when trying to perform a bcm reload. work is ongoing to resolve the issue. the issue is not vehicle related.
12/22/09 NHTSA ID: 10030930
TSB ID: RTJ-14669

Volvo: front wheel hub and driver shaft, bearing noise. at times a bearing (buzzing) noise can be heard from the front of the vehicle during normal driving. the noise will get higher in pitch as vehicle speed increases.
10/02/09 NHTSA ID: 10030425
TSB ID: RTJ-20293

A service kit has been developed to reduce the current through the vacuum switch for the brake vacuum pump. updated 12/30/09.
09/24/09 NHTSA ID: 10030360
TSB ID: RTJ-10438

Volvo: complaints regarding an illuminated abs warning lamp in the dim (driver information module). updated 8/27/10.
06/19/09 NHTSA ID: 10029149
TSB ID: RTJ-20658

Volvo: exposure to certain environmental conditions (salty wet conditions) it is possible for the pump electronic module (pem) to become corroded internally.
10/02/08 NHTSA ID: 10026145
TSB ID: SMB-28-200

Volvo: extended warranty coverage for the engine management software (ems) on some model year 2003-2008 models. p-54 csc letter was received.
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10/02/08 NHTSA ID: 10026146
TSB ID: SMB 28-200

Volvo: extend warranty coverage for the engine management software (ems) on some model year 2003-2008 models. p-55 csc letter was received.
10/02/08 NHTSA ID: 10026148
TSB ID: SMB 28 200

Volvo: pzev (s40/v50) vehicles have extended warranty coverage for the engine manage ment software (ems) on some model year 2003-2008 models. pzev csc letter was received.
09/12/07 NHTSA ID: 10022612
TSB ID: 28-74

Leakage diagnostic function improvements to remedy dtc's. updated 1/22/08. *nj updated 4/7/08. *nj
08/02/07 NHTSA ID: 10022340
TSB ID: 2872

Dtc ecm - 130a mass air flow sensor, faulty signal, dtc ecm - 250a long term fuel trim, lower limit, in limited adaptation areas.
08/02/07 NHTSA ID: 10022341
TSB ID: 3658

Immobilizer warning lamp lit or flashing, immo-dtc 321.
12/22/06 NHTSA ID: 10020681
TSB ID: 2326

Replacing and relocating the fuel pump control module.
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09/28/06 NHTSA ID: 10020423
TSB ID: 55159

Parking brake owner's manual supplement/adjustment. volvo.
08/22/06 NHTSA ID: 10020262
TSB ID: 5913

Follow the complete diagnostic fault-tracing path outlined in vida when repairing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc's) related to the brake control system.
07/21/06 NHTSA ID: 10020118
TSB ID: 6422

Power steering pump and harness replacement.
03/14/06 NHTSA ID: 10019393
TSB ID: 2523

Installation and removal of crankcase breather check valve.
01/13/06 NHTSA ID: 10018775
TSB ID: 5108

16 inch front brakes, squealing noise. new front brake pad and a larger brake caliper retainer have been introduced in production for vehicles with 16 inch brakes.
01/10/06 NHTSA ID: 10018674
TSB ID: 3733

Adaptive steering column igniter connector unlock instruction. *jb
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09/26/05 NHTSA ID: 10016649
TSB ID: 21021

Engne may have rough idle, dtc ecm misfire codes, rough running or lack of power. *sc
09/14/05 NHTSA ID: 10016499
TSB ID: 2121

Engine may have a rough idle, dtc ecm misfire codes, rough running or lack of power. *sc
09/12/05 NHTSA ID: 10016415
TSB ID: 6007

Front end pulls left or right (camber adjustment)
09/02/04 NHTSA ID: 10008969
TSB ID: 5204

The vacuum valve/hose assembly may not meet certain manufacturer's specifications which could cause a vacuum leak. service campaign 137 brake vacuum valve/hose assembly inspect/replace.
08/02/04 NHTSA ID: 10008447
TSB ID: 137

Brake vacuum valve/hose assembly, inspect/replace. service campaign 137, service manager bulletin, tech-net notes, parts bulletin and recall notice to volvo owners.
06/07/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10037893
TSB ID: TJ-US16761

Volvo: there is a software update. updated 4/11/2012. updated 4/13/12. updated 5/15/12. updated 6/4/12.
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06/07/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10037896
TSB ID: US20756

Volvo: abs light on, four-wheel drive is not working. there is a software problem.
06/28/10 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10033045
TSB ID: RTJ-22103

Volvo: rear differential housing, leakage and resealing. oil leakage/moisture from the rear differential housing halves can be resolved by resealing the housing and replacing the seals. the rear differential itself does not normally need
03/24/10 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10032425
TSB ID: RTJ-21324

Volvo: the 5 speed automatic transmission, aw55-50/51, has a bolt on top that anchors the b4 band, which applies 3rd gear. if that bolt is removed, the band will be disengaged and 3rd gear will be inoperative. this includes c70 coupe and
08/29/08 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10025687
TSB ID: 19273

Clunking during shifting and vibration through floor. s40 and v50 customers may complain of a clunking noise during shifting or when applying and releasing the accelerator pedal. especially noticeable on cars with manual transmissions. *
08/29/08 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10025688
TSB ID: 19271

Vibration during acceleration front wheel drive (fwd) only. a vibration, especially while in 2nd or 3rd gear, at an engine speed between 1000 and 2000 rpm. may be worse in a heavily loaded vehicle or while driving uphill with a heavily lo
05/17/06 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10019961
TSB ID: 4349

Aw55 transmission control module diagnostic trouble code 010a, 010b, 010c shift solenoid s5 signal low, high or missing. *ak
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09/12/05 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10016434
TSB ID: 4002

Transmission control module (tcm) upgrades available to correct complaints/symptoms.
02/05/18 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10128171
TSB ID: ST-001-2017-10-0

Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. they are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
02/05/18 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10128160
TSB ID: SMB00-337-2017-1

Volvo cars service and parts business service manager bulletin title : workshop systems requirements and guidelines vida in 2015 , peer - to - peer infrastructure group : no : issuing department : car market : united states and canada 00 33
02/05/18 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10128164
TSB ID: TJ25788 1 3-2017

Title blis fault tracing . status released status 2012 - ref no us25788.1.1 en - us date 04 - 16 issue 2012 - issuer - date 01 - 19 vida partner 3 us 7510 volvo cars north america reference func group 8462 func desc electrical outside mirro
02/05/18 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10128123
TSB ID: SMB00-325-2017-1

Service manager bulletin title : service action notification re - mails group : no : issuing department : car market : product safety & compliance united states and canada 00 325 reference bulletins : date : smb00 - 323 and smb00 - 323a yea
12/21/17 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10126616
TSB ID: FSB 284-046

Instrument cluster reported fuel economy calibration
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12/21/17 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10126666
TSB ID: FSB 284-059

Nox sensor signal
08/03/17 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10110167
TSB ID: SPJ31628.7.0

Vida users are not able to check operations & packages an error message will be shown saying "database error. please contact system administrator"
08/03/17 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10110168
TSB ID: SPJ31721.1.0

Below error message may be shown in vida when selecting the software tab in vida. with this message, it will not be possible to purchase software products. "124 - client id is not registered"
08/03/17 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10110166
TSB ID: SPJ31352.1.0

Alternative solution when vida is unavailable or the electronic wiring diagrams function in vida is unstable. access by using the applicable url.
08/03/17 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10110169
TSB ID: SPJ31722.1.1

A new feature will be available in vida version 16.4 where by users will be automatically informed when their passwords are about to expire. the pop-up window example, in the attachment, will be shown 14 days prior to the expiraton date.
08/03/17 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10110151
TSB ID: TJ27536

Information about valid software partnumbers?to order and download software for "pds" pre-delivery service
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01/13/17 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10088666
TSB ID: TJ31543

This is a technical journal: this journal is a guide for performing software downloads. service: *see guide updated oct. 12, 2016 for relevant p5/spa software download information: p5_spa_sw_guide.pdf see vida software tab for all other veh
12/22/16 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10087107
TSB ID: SPJ3070120160419

This is a service product journal : the previously reported issue with vida 2015 and battery testing has been resolved. vida 2015 battery testing is the only approved method for producing battery test codes. the use of vida classic or other
06/06/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10037819
TSB ID: TJ-21297-2

Volvo: when a trailer is attached that has led lights there may be a lighting problem.
06/11/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10032914
TSB ID: RTJ-20756

Volvo: differential electronic module (dem), software. this technical journal applies to all awd model vehicles, starting from 2003. updated on 4/10/2012. updated 6/13/12.
04/23/10 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10032645
TSB ID: RTJ-19994

Volvo: anti skid service required message, swm-0201, bcm-0109, eps-0080. new swm software has been implemented into production after the chassis range in the header.
09/24/09 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10030359
TSB ID: RTJ-16629

Volvo: leakage detection diagnostics improvements to remedy dtc's. all models from model years 2003-2008. diagnostic monitor for the evaporative emission system small leak, has used a software function that calculates leakage based on a pr
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01/14/09 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10027424
TSB ID: RTJ-19139

Volvo vehicles: pad lamp, logic changed with srs sw upgrade. the pad (passenger airbag disabled) lamp illuminates when the front passenger seat is unoccupied. earlier vehicles within same range, receive a total can or srs reload or upgr
07/01/08 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10025021
TSB ID: 88-48

Pad passenger airbag disabled light logic changed with srs sofware upgrade.
05/30/08 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10024832
TSB ID: 35-15

Headlamp condensation - seal test. *nj updated 07/11/2008.
08/09/07 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10022375
TSB ID: 3740

Intermittent electrical door functions. updated on 12/7/07. *nj
08/09/07 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10022376
TSB ID: 8842

Occupant weight sensor (ows) spare part for dtc srs-0015.
03/22/07 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10021204
TSB ID: 8845

Passenger airbag off indication with belted adult passenger.
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09/27/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10016701
TSB ID: 3203

Alternator; noisy. to include volvo v50 2004 *sc
09/26/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10016657
TSB ID: 2522

Ecm dtc 2110/2210, caused by open fuse f33. volvo v50 2004 *sc
09/26/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10016667
TSB ID: 3814

Driver information module dim replacing procedure. due to an unclear procedure, damage may occur to driver information module (dim) if it needs to be replaced. to include volvo v50 2004. *sc
08/31/05 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10016110
TSB ID: 3729

Electrical problems related to door functions may occur due to corrosion in the a-pillar connector (connection to the front door).
10/17/03 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10003400
TSB ID: 8833

Moisture in b-pillar side impact sensor.
03/13/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10130194
TSB ID: SMB00-337-2017-1

Volvo cars service and parts business service manager bulletin title : workshop systems requirements and guidelines vida in 2015 , peer - to - peer infrastructure group : no : issuing department : car market : united states and canada 00 33
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03/13/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10130198
TSB ID: TJ25788 1 3-2017

Title blis fault tracing . status released status 2012 - ref no us25788.1.1 en - us date 04 - 16 issue 2012 - issuer - date 01 - 19 vida partner 3 us 7510 volvo cars north america reference func group 8462 func desc electrical outside mirro
03/13/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10130260
TSB ID: PB61-023-2017-06

Please return stock of part number 31262470 bearing to your servicing distribution center.
03/13/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10130264
TSB ID: SMB00-325-2017-0

Service manager bulletin title : service action notification re - mails group : no : issuing department : car market : product safety & compliance united states and canada 00 325 reference bulletins : date : smb00 - 323 and smb00 - 323a yea
03/13/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10130265
TSB ID: SMB00-288-2017-0

The warranty retailer counseling process (wrcp) is used to gauge individual retailer performance on objective measures over time. by setting clear performance expectations and parameters and assisting retailers in focusing on individual pro
03/13/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10130267
TSB ID: SMB00-354-2017-0

Warranty, customer pay and/or internal repairs performed must be verified by a punched time flag on the back of the repair order hard copy. each repair line must have a separate and identifiable time punch for the respective repair for all
02/26/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10129357
TSB ID: SERVICE INSTRUCT

Supplier service bulletin sent to customers regarding potential brake caliper issue.
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02/20/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10129019
TSB ID: K91214678

Automated manual transmission ( amt ) faults - diagnostic trouble codes ( dtcs ) p1052 - 18 , pid 33 fmi 5 intermittent fault in cold weatherupdated with new information and procedure
02/05/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10128143
TSB ID: TJ20803.15.0-201

This is a technical journal: in case of complaint of noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
02/05/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10128178
TSB ID: ST-001-2017-10-0

Mandatory tool list bulletin: volvo mandatory special tools are necessary for technicians to properly diagnose and repair volvo cars. they are used in development of volvo labor operations and repair methods, and promote safety and quality
01/22/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10127322
TSB ID: PB77-017-2017-06

This is a parts bulletin: wheel cross reference, used to assist in identifying the correct spare replacement wheel, by stamping, name and size.
01/22/18 Other NHTSA ID: 10127339
TSB ID: SPJ3176020

This document is a service product journal: memory used for vida is not fully optimized and below examples of symptoms might therefore occur. vida will run slow after some time. vida might freeze. certain operations might stop working.?in
10/26/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10120954
TSB ID: PB77-006

Winter wheel applications including rim sizes, steel wheel parts numbers and wheel cover part numbers
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08/03/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10110170
TSB ID: TJ20803.9.0

In case of complaint of noise, some "tools" have been created to help you to do a better and more precise fault tracing
08/03/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10110159
TSB ID: SMB-00-353

The volvo technical helpdesk (thd) is a central contact point available to authorized volvo dealer technicians to assist with difficult to repair situations. if for some reason our technical experts cannot solve an issue directly, it will b
08/03/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10110161
TSB ID: SMB00-325

*no description
08/03/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10110146
TSB ID: SMB88-001A

Seat belt extender
08/03/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10110145
TSB ID: TJ19967

Blisters/bubbles may appear on the air vent?surfaces. the blistering of the material is often caused?by an air freshener applied directly to the air?vents. do not attach any sort of air freshener?directly on air vents.
08/03/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10110200
TSB ID: PB84-P89405

This is a parts bulletin:volvo emblem?extended. volvo has?determined that there is the potential for the?volvo iron mark logo emblem on the radiator?grille to peel off. the corrective action is to?replace the volvo emblem on the radiator
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01/12/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10088566
TSB ID: SMB17-2017A

Volvo cars service and parts business service manager bulletin title : retail car delivery process all my 2016 s60 , v60 , xc60 , xc70 and s80 group : no:issuing department : car market : united states and canada 17 2016a service operations
01/11/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10088374
TSB ID: SMB00-354

Warranty, customer pay and/or internal repairs performed must be verified by a punched time flag on the back of the repair order hard copy. each repair line must have a separate and identifiable time punch for the respective repair for all
05/09/12 Other NHTSA ID: 10044085
TSB ID: US15309.4.1

Volvo: excessively negative rear camber may cause uneven tire wear and this may be accompanied by abnormal road noise or ride. refer to the camber angle specification in rtj 19674. also included models s40,c30, and v50 model year 2012.
10/24/11 Other NHTSA ID: 10041668
TSB ID: SMB-88-001A

Volvo: for owners who require front seat belt extenders which are available.
09/20/10 Other NHTSA ID: 10033809
TSB ID: TJ-7732

Volvo: grinding bearing noise from rear hub, awd. may be grinding noise from rear hub on vehicles with all wheel drive (awd). symptom could be caused by worn out hub bearing due to geometrical conflict with brake dust shield.
01/09/09 Other NHTSA ID: 10027244
TSB ID: RTJ-14545

Volvo vehicles: water intrusion into the passenger compartment of certain vehicles. more than one of these conditions exist simultaneously causing the water intrusion.
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06/04/08 Other NHTSA ID: 10024882
TSB ID: 83-44

Cold weather: door hard to close - may become frozen. *nj
03/05/08 Other NHTSA ID: 10024074
TSB ID: 191

Pump electronic module (pem) extended warranty. *nj
03/22/07 Other NHTSA ID: 10021205
TSB ID: 160

Service campaign. replacing subwoofer cable harness.
02/22/07 Other NHTSA ID: 10021005
TSB ID: 8844

Occupant weight sensor (ows) installation.
02/09/06 Other NHTSA ID: 10019022
TSB ID: 013

Volvo recommended winter tires.
02/09/06 Other NHTSA ID: 10019023
TSB ID: 006

Winter tire applications.
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09/27/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10016675
TSB ID: 00119

Replacement and disposal of pirelli tires.
09/27/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10016702
TSB ID: 37147A

Service campaign 147a inspecting and greasing a-pillar cable harness connector. volvo v50 2004 *sc
09/26/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10016650
TSB ID: 8606

Protective plate, spare modification to fit older cars. *sc
09/26/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10016655
TSB ID: 8838

Outer rear seat belt, locked retractor. to include 2004 v50. *sc
09/26/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10016658
TSB ID: 89144

Mercury label missing. *sc
08/23/05 Other NHTSA ID: 10016095
TSB ID: 36147

Service campaign 147-software upgrade-certain model year 2004.5 s40 and 2005 s40 & v50 *sc
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10/17/03 Other NHTSA ID: 10003398
TSB ID: 6104

Clunking noise may be heard during gear changes between drive and reverse.

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Volvo S40 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.