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New PTU, new seals, multiple repair attempts. You're right, they're not doing anything. You have every right to be upset and frustrated. You can blame Ford for not being able to fix the problem in a reasonable amount of time but you can't say they're not trying. I've seen these types of problems before - the fix works in the lab but not in the field. It usually is due to improper installation but not always. I'm sure they are also having to work with an outside supplier. It's still their responsibility and their problem - just trying to put some perspective on why it's taking so long.

That's why they use safety glass. It will either stay in place like the windshield due to a layer of plastic embedded in the glass or it will shatter into tiny round pieces like the side windows. No sharp edges either way.

Already tried that, but most here don't want to hear it. The only people who have blind spots are the ones who don't adjust their mirrors properly and who don't glance over their shoulder. I like the mirrors and the concept, I just don't agree that they're necessary to prevent accidents.

Automotive glass can and will shatter for seemingly no reason - moonroofs, rear hatches, etc. It's not normal but it does happen occasionally from hidden damage, defective glass, etc. That said I don't remember hearing anyone else with that problem.

Yes, it's functioning normally. Why would you expect the roof to close automatically when you exit the vehicle? If it did that you would never be able to leave it open on a hot day, etc. As for the light, I haven't checked mine but sometimes the switch has 3 settings - OFF/ON/Auto. Auto allows it to turn on and off automatically.

I think LooseCannon is simply driving with a heavy right foot which causes a lot of downshifts out of 6th gear.

You mean by attempting to fix the problem numerous times? I don't see any problem here with Ford's efforts - they're attempting to fix the problem including making new parts. I don't hear them turning anyone down or trying to deny the problem or say that it isn't a warranty issue. And they're paying for multiple warranty repairs on some vehicles. The only bad thing they've done is not fix the problem permanently. I think part of the problem is that the dealer's aren't installing the seals and new PTUs correctly. Outside of that it's either a supplier issue (still Ford's responsibility), a shortage of ford engineering resources or just a really hard problem to solve - or all 3. I agree that it's a problem that never should have happened and it should have been fixed months ago. But I don't think Ford is treating it's customers badly (yet at least).

Actually, it doesn't *burn* slower, it's just harder to ignite. Once it ignites, it burns the same.

So you'd rather save a few bucks on speakers while your friends, family and neighbors lose their jobs? I don't think you understand the impact this has on your community and ultimately on you.

That makes no sense - this is an isolated, single part issue that's not at all related to the F150. If this was one of many such problems on multiple vehicles or if Ford was ignoring the problem altogether then I could understand. But it's not.

I'm averaging 18.5 now with 8K miles and 70% city driving. I can drive the same exact route to work in the same weather, same vehicle, etc. with no traffic and hitting all the lights green and manage 24 mpg in my V6 Fusion. If I hit lots of traffic and lots of red lights it can be as low as 18 mpg. There is no such thing as "typical" city mileage - there are WAY too many variables including the one sitting in the driver's seat.

From the owner's manual: LIFTGATE The liftgate area is only intended for cargo, not passengers. I suppose they could have put a manual release in the cargo area, but then again how many folks lock themselves in the cargo area for more than 10 minutes? As for the Nav system - only one mfr in the U.S. allows destinations to be input while moving. It's far more distracting to type in an address or look at a map while driving than it is to tune a radio or change the hvac settings. It doesn't matter how many warnings or disclaimers they put on there - someone will sue and probably win due to stupid juries. Ford's solution is to allow verbal input of destinations on the new navigation systems - that's the best solution.

The Lincoln warranty only provides for "transportation" - which could be a shuttle bus. They used to provide for a similar "loaner" vehicle but that was removed years ago. That said, most dealers provide loaners or rentals for warranty work, but it's up to the dealer. Mine even gives loaners for Fords and Mercuries in most cases.

The fact that they are incurring repeated warranty repairs is all the encouragement they need. They've already changed the PTU design (new part number) so they're obviously TRYING to fix the problem. If they were ignoring it or not trying to fix it then I could understand. I'm sure Ford is just as frustrated at not being able to solve it as the owners are. If it makes you feel better to complain then be my guest, but it won't get the problem fixed any faster. And I haven't heard of any fires - that's a bit of a stretch.

What, exactly, do you think a recall will do? Ford is already addressing the issue and trying to fix it. They're not refusing to repair anything. It's taking longer than it should, but I don't understand how reporting it will change anything. And I still don't think it's a safety issue, so a recall is not likely.

Go to kbb.com or edmunds.com and look up the dealer invoice price. Add $400 and you'll be very close to the actual dealer invoice that the dealer pays. There is usually a 3% holdback that the dealer gets back on top of that but that goes to cover interest and other expenses and they usually won't go below the actual dealer invoice. Anywhere from $0 - $500 over dealer invoice is a good deal, plus you get to keep any rebates on top of that. So if the MSRP was $30K and dealer invoice is $28K with a $3K rebate, expect to pay $25,000 to $25,500.

I have an 08 Edge with no such vibration (and I'm sensitive to it from previous vehicles). Mine is FWD.

It's up to the station as to what they broadcast and where. They control the RDS data.

But it didn't do it when they first drove it off the lot - otherwise I'd agree.

I thought it was to give Lex something to do until the blind spot mirrors were available...... (just kidding, Lex, just kidding)

AWD isn't nearly as prevalent in the South because we don't get much snow.

You may have confused driving or fog lights with DRLs (daytime running lights). DRLs can be activated by the dealer through the module options with the dealer tool. Adding fog lights is a totally different issue.

That should do it. Just make sure you full depress the button and hold it for several seconds. Try different buttons. If that still doesn't work have the dealer check it.

So much for subtlety......they're called rivets, Lex, not ribbets.

Why would it be a recall? There's no safety issue.