There are a couple threads involving the 12B37 FSA. Apparently there's more to it than just an ABS module update and, in fact, the PCM and ECM are also updated and the changes appear to be aimed at drivability and the DCT.

The early word is that this update has improved the way the DCT operates making the car drive more smoothly...


Brian

 

The early word is that this update has improved the way the DCT operates making the car drive more smoothly...

And drastically decreased average MPG's

I lost about 4mpg

 

Thanks, but what's the difference between a TSB and FSA, and a recall for that matter? That's really what I'm trying to figure out.

 

As far as i can tell... TSB stands for Technical Service Bulletin. This is for a condition or change that's not serious enough for the NTSB or Ford to issue a manditory recall for it. The factory may repair it free (outside of warranty) but any TSB's while still in warranty should be covered (if applicable to your car)

FSA - Field service action - This is a manditory repair (for all intents and purposes a recall).. its just Field Service Action sounds better than recall does from a Public Relations standpoint. Ford can issue FSA's on their own or the NTSB may require them to do so if it can be a safey issue that can lead to an accident.

 

+1 to the above.
As I found out:
- A TSB is a technical document for technicians to aid in either diagnosing or repairing a problem. NOT mandatory AND is only performed IF you are having the actual issue described IN the TSB.
- Recall is a mandatory action
- FSA IS a recall.

 

Thanks!

With the www.etis.Ford.com site showing FSAs, it doesn't show TSBs. Is there another place one can find a list of TSBs, assuming it's not the same site...

 

anyone ??

I hate to wake up a 1 month old inactive thread, but I'd like to find an official source for the TSB list my self, if possible.

 

This is the government website for TSBs.

http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/tsbs/tsbsearch.cfm

 

I am wondering if there is a specific one for Canada, or if it is the same site.

 

I've had no change in MPGs so far that I can tell. Driveability is a little better but mine is not without its continuing quirks.

 

Field Service Action is not a Recall. But a Recall is one kind of Field Service Action.
Generally, Safety, Compliance and Emissions Recalls do not expire; an affected vehicle remains eligible until the repair is completed. However, other types of "Field Service Actions" typically have expiration dates and may also have mileage limitations. This type of information is included in a letter sent to the owners of affected vehicles.