TSB
A Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) is intended for dealers and auto mechanics.
A TSB will contain information about a common issue and information on how
to correct it. Dealers use this information when dealing with warranty service.
TSB information is maintained by the NHTSA.
http://www-odi.nhtsa.dot.gov/cars/problems/tsb/
Rapid Response Transmittal
A Rapid Response Transmittal is a Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) but is of a
higher priority or importance than that of a standard TSB. This also is intended
for dealers and auto mechanics. A normal TSB may or may not be implemented in the course of a vehicle repair as it can and often is done at the discretion of the dealer.
Unless the problem described in the TSB is identical to that of the complaint or
repair item, and the dealer/mechanic looks for this situation or condition then
usually the TSB is followed. The RRT is of a higher level or importance here. It
informs the dealers and mechanics that a known problem exists and that should look for conditions stated in the RRT on
new vehicles or/as the come in for service, or in the case of the particulars of the RRT contact the owner and have them bring the vehicle in for service at the earliest convenience. Usually this is done to help dealer avoid warranty work costs that will eventually come at a later date.
Recall
Vehicle manufactures must recall a vehicle if it does not meet federally mandated safety regulations or if there is a major flaw in design. If there is a recall on your vehicle, a dealer will inspect or replace the flawed components as needed.
