Seems like there is a real problem here.
TO: All U.S. Ford and Lincoln Dealers
SUBJECT: NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD - Advance Notice - Safety Recall 16S40
Certain 2015-2017 Model Year Mustang GT350 and GT350R Vehicles Engine Oil Cooler Tube Assembly Replacement
AFFECTED VEHICLES:
2015-2017 GT350/R Build Dates February 24,2015 through August 30, 2016
REASON FOR THIS SAFETY RECALL
In some of the affected vehicles, the engine oil cooler tube assembly may have insufficient crimps on the hose that could lead to a hose separation and an oil leak. Sudden loss of engine oil may result in engine failure and, in the presence of an ignition source, can lead to a fire.
SERVICE ACTION
DO NOT DEMONSTRATE OR DELIVER any new in-stock vehicles involved in this safety recall. A complete Dealer Bulletin will be provided to dealers in the 1st Quarter 2017, when it is anticipated that parts ordering information and repair instructions will be available to support this safety recall.
CUSTOMER NOTIFICATION
Owners of record will be notified of this safety recall via first-class mail the week of December 12, 2016. Owners will be notified again after repair instructions and parts ordering information have been provided to dealers.
PLEASE NOTE:
Federal law requires dealers to complete this recall service before a new vehicle is delivered to the buyer or lessee. Violation of this requirement by a dealer could result in a civil penalty of up to $21,000 per vehicle. Correct all vehicles in your new vehicle inventory prior to delivery.
Sincerely,
Michael A. Berardi