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Old 22-03-2006, 02:49 PM   #1
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This is the be all and end all of AU recall threads. i want the facts. :

I have 2 "Field Campaign" stickers on my car, and i was wondering what they referred to.

The first has the Reference Number: SRCC215/Z dated 23/03/01

The second has the Reference Number: SRCC300 dated 06/08/04

anyone know what these numbers mean?

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Old 22-03-2006, 03:00 PM   #2
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Another one? Just do a search or go to the goverment recall site.
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Another one? Just do a search or go to the goverment recall site.
yea i know. was hoping someone mentioned the numbers that linked to the recalls cause i couldnt find that.
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Old 22-03-2006, 03:03 PM   #4
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Almost certain the second one 08/04 is for the steering rack studs to be spot welded for safety reasons
I would also like to know what the first one is for?
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Old 22-03-2006, 03:07 PM   #5
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Vehicle Recall Search Results for FORD AU Series 1 & 2,Falcon Forte,Futura,Fairmont,Fairmont Ghia,Fairlane,LTD,FTE,Ute (1 June 1998 to 22 May 2001)
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Problem: Steering rack mounting stud may loosen
Make: Ford
Model: AU Series 1 & 2,Falcon Forte,Futura,Fairmont,Fairmont Ghia,Fairlane,LTD,FTE,Ute
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Date Range: 1 June 1998 to 22 May 2001
VIN Ranges:
Status: Active
Defect: Possibility that inappropriate servicing of steering rack retaining hardware may affect the integrity of the steering rack mounting stud. Overtightening of the steering rack mounting hardware may degrade the thread locking compound on the stud.
Consequences: This condition may allow the stud to loosen. In extreme cases the stud may detatch from the crossmember.
Corrective action: Ford dealers will apply a weld to the end of the stud to stop it coming out if loosened.
Notif. Date: 17/06/2004
DOTARS No.: R04/075
Supplier Name: FORD
Campaign No.: SRCC300



found one. the steering rack one. the only other recall was for ABS on the S2/S3 cars. but my car was out of the build range and the number doesnt match.
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Old 22-03-2006, 03:08 PM   #6
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Vehicle Recall Search Results for FORD AUII, AUIII (Vehicles fitted with ABS) (5-6 Dec. 2001, 13-14 Dec. 2001, 29-30 Jan. 2002)
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Problem: Front brake failure
Make: FORD
Model: AUII, AUIII (Vehicles fitted with ABS)
Variant:
Date Range: 5-6 Dec. 2001, 13-14 Dec. 2001, 29-30 Jan. 2002
VIN Ranges:
Status: Closed
Defect: Under extreme braking vehicles built on the above dates may lose all fluid from the front braking circuit.
Consequences: Extended braking distance due to loss of the front brakes.
Corrective action: Ford dealers will replace the affected Bosch ABS control modules.
Notif. Date: 11/04/2002
DOTARS No.: R02/025
Supplier Name: FORD
Campaign No.: SRCC246A/B/C





Just gotta find out what the 'field campaign' in 01 was.
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Old 23-03-2006, 12:58 PM   #7
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Always wondered what that Field Campaign sticker meant. I have one for the SRCC215 on 27/02/01. I have had the steering rack recall done aswell, but i dont have a sticker for it.
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Old 23-03-2006, 01:02 PM   #8
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just did a search on these forums. Typed in SRCC215 and it came up with the another thread about the steering rack recall. On the third page it mentions this code, and someone called ford and found out it was for the Throttle Cable Recall. To replace the rubber grommet or something.

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Old 23-03-2006, 02:13 PM   #9
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Well I know I don't have the steering rack stud recall ... as I just pulled the buggers out and replaced the steering rack/power steer pump on Monday.
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Problem: Accelerator Cable Retention
Make: FORD
Model: Falcon
Variant: AU, AUII
Date Range: October 1999 - January 2001
VIN Ranges:
Status: Inactive
Defect: Accelerator cable slides past grommet.
Consequences: Sudden loss of power.
Corrective action: Ford dealers will replace the level grommet on the cable.
Notif. Date: 12/02/2001
DOTARS No.: R01/016
Supplier Name: FORD
Campaign No.: SRCC215/Z







Problem: Front upper ball joint retaining bolts torque.
Make: FORD
Model: Falcon
Variant: AU
Date Range: 1999
VIN Ranges: Contact Ford Customer Service Centre, phone 1800 333 306 of facsimile (03) 9359 8933.
Status: Inactive
Defect: Incorrectly torqued front spindle upper ball joint retaining bolt(s) results in bolt(s) becoming loose or failing.
Consequences: Loss of steering control.
Corrective action: Inspect and re-torque the front spindle upper ball joint retaining bolts. Replace any damaged bolts if required.
Notif. Date: 31/05/1999
DOTARS No.: R99/079
Supplier Name: FORD
Campaign No.: SRCC183






Problem: Front centre seatbelt insufficent belt adjustment
Make: FORD
Model: Falcon
Variant: AU
Date Range: 1998-1999
VIN Ranges: Refer Customer Assistance Centre Phone 1800 333 306, fax (03) 9359 8933
Status: Inactive
Defect: Airbag warning label on belt prevents the seatbelt from moving freely through the adjustment mechanism. Insufficent adjustment to meet ADR 4/02 clause 6.1.2 requirements.
Consequences: ADR non-compliance, front centre seatbelt does not have required range of adjustment to restraint occupant.
Corrective action: Front centre seatbelt, tongue (including adjustment mechanism) replaced.
Notif. Date: 31/05/1999
DOTARS No.: R99/080
Supplier Name: FORD
Campaign No.: SRCC184
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Problem: Front suspension upper arm security
Make: FORD
Model: Falcon, Fairlane
Variant: AU
Date Range: 1999
VIN Ranges: Refer Ford Customer Assistance Centre, phone 1800 333 306 or facsimile (03) 9359 8933.
Status: Inactive
Defect: Bolts securing the upper suspension arm to upper arm bushes affected by hydrogen embrittlement. Bolt failure causes upper arms to separate from the bush(es).
Consequences: Loss of steering control of vehicle.
Corrective action: Replace Right Hand and Left Hand front suspension upper arm assemblies.
Notif. Date: 16/04/1999
DOTARS No.: R99/058
Supplier Name: FORD
Campaign No.: SRCC176
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Old 24-03-2006, 03:53 PM   #12
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HLC was saying that the problems the steering rank becoming loose where between 1st June 1998 and 22nd may 2001. Just brought a auii yesterday manufactured on the 23rd May 2001, makes ya wounder if it too needs repaired? ONE DAY>really!
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Well I know I don't have the steering rack stud recall ... as I just pulled the buggers out and replaced the steering rack/power steer pump on Monday.
Just a note on the rack stud recall was more to do with people replacing the steering rack and removing the studs instead of dropping the entire crossmember from the engine bay. Once the studs were put back in there were cases of the rack studs then coming loose and Ford wearing the blame in the worse case scenario. The recall is to place a dab of weld on the studs so they cannot be removed in this fashion, That is straight from Ford warranty division.
Its only a preemptive measure to limit liability.

Thats just the 0.2 cents Ford had to say about it.
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Old 24-03-2006, 04:46 PM   #14
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STOP POSTING ALL THESE DEFECTS IM SCARED..........................lol just kidding.
you people are all scaring me i havent got one sticker on my car and its a S1 and now im scared, i think i better hire a tandem trailer get the trusty/rusty old XF out and prey that it doesnt over heat on the way to bayford. once again im just kidding :yeees:
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Problem: Accelerator Cable Retention
Make: FORD
Model: Falcon
Variant: AU, AUII
Date Range: October 1999 - January 2001
VIN Ranges:
Status: Inactive
Defect: Accelerator cable slides past grommet.
Consequences: Sudden loss of power.
Corrective action: Ford dealers will replace the level grommet on the cable.
Notif. Date: 12/02/2001
DOTARS No.: R01/016
Supplier Name: FORD
Campaign No.: SRCC215/Z
thanks for that mate!
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Just a note on the rack stud recall was more to do with people replacing the steering rack and removing the studs instead of dropping the entire crossmember from the engine bay. Once the studs were put back in there were cases of the rack studs then coming loose and Ford wearing the blame in the worse case scenario. The recall is to place a dab of weld on the studs so they cannot be removed in this fashion, That is straight from Ford warranty division.
Its only a preemptive measure to limit liability.

Thats just the 0.2 cents Ford had to say about it.

As long as they are torqued to 80Nm you should be fine ... I went back and get them checked just after I had it done .... and they were fine.
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FORD ? Have manufacturing DEFECTS ? Nooooooooo!! LOL
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FORD ? Have manufacturing DEFECTS ? Nooooooooo!! LOL
You threadmined 9 years to troll?
Wow, step up your game son.
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meh ! was searching SRCC300 and now i know " old news" haha
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