# Service difficulty reports: Textron 172S

A list on [Textron 172S](https://openairdocs.org/model/textron-172s.md).

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Page 1 of 23 · 1,104 reports

- [SDR N3XR202610130001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N3XR202610130001.md): Control Unit · burned · Oct 9, 2026 · N923ER · Cessna 172S · AC Generator-Alternator
  > THE ALTERNATOR CIRCUIT BREAKER POPPED AFTER A PREVIOUS RESET. THE ACU (ALTERNATOR CONTROL UNIT) P/N-AC2101, S/N-Y59830 FAILED. INSTALLED A NEW ACU, AND THE FUNCTION CHECK PASSED.
- [SDR 2026FA0000749](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000749.md): Propeller · misinstalled · Sep 21, 2026 · N848FG · Cessna 172S · Propeller Assembly
  > PROPELLER INSTALLED INCORRECTLY AT THE FACTORY, INCORRECT CLOCKING CAUSING PROPELLER BUSHINGS TO BACK OUT: THE PROPELLER CLOCKED INCORRECTLY WITH #1 CYLINDER AT TOP DEAD CENTER. THE FACTORY SAFETY CABLES SHOWING THIS PROP HASN'T BEEN REMOVED SINCE TAKING DELI
- [SDR 2026FA0000751](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000751.md): Bushing · defective · Sep 10, 2026 · N23177 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER WHICH COMPLETELY WORKED ITSELF OUT OF THE BUSHING. THE LANDING GEAR LEG WAS FLOPPING AROUND INSIDE THIS BUSHING.
- [SDR 2026FA0000750](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000750.md): Bushing · defective · Sep 10, 2026 · N23177 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER WHICH COMPLETELY WORKED ITSELF OUT OF THE BUSHING. THE LANDING GEAR LEG WAS FLOPPING AROUND INSIDE THIS BUSHING.
- [SDR 2026FA0000766](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000766.md): Bushing · defective · Sep 9, 2026 · N25152 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000684](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000684.md): Seal · failed · Sep 5, 2026 · N225WS · Cessna 172S · Magneto/Distributor
  > AFTER COMPLETION OF THE ANNUAL INSPECTION, WE PERFORMED A POST INSPECTION RUN. DURING IDLE WE CHECKED EACH MAGNETO AND FOUND THAT THE ENGINE RAN SIGNIFICANTLY ROUGHER ON THE LEFT MAGNETO THAN THE RIGHT MAGNETO. AT HIGHER RPM OPERATION WAS NORMAL. REMOVED LEF
- [SDR N3XR2026090100002](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N3XR2026090100002.md): Contactor · burned · Sep 1, 2026 · N870ER · Cessna 172S · DC Generator-Alternator
  > ALTERNATOR FAILED ON THE FINAL APPROACH WITH IGN PWR OFF ANNUNCIATOR. IP RECYCLED SWITCHES, BUT THE ANNUNCIATOR STILL EXISTED. REMOVED AND REPLACED CONTACTOR P/N: X61-0029 WITH NEW. THIS AIRCRAFT IS EQUIPPED WITH STC# SA02006CH: AIR CONDITIONING.
- [SDR 2026FA0000767](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000767.md): Bushing · defective · Aug 27, 2026 · N25122 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000754](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000754.md): Bushing · defective · Aug 21, 2026 · N25115 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000755](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000755.md): Bushing · defective · Aug 18, 2026 · N26110 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000756](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000756.md): Bushing · defective · Aug 14, 2026 · N23176 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR N3XR2026090100001](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/N3XR2026090100001.md): Contactor · burned · Aug 8, 2026 · N813ER · Cessna 172S · DC Generator-Alternator
  > BUSS E & M VOLTS AT 24.2 AFTER ENGINE START. NO CHANGE IN VOLTAGE AT ANY POWER SETTING. BATTERY AMPS DISCHARGE -7 AT ALL POWER SETTINGS. R & R ALTERNATOR 24-VOLT CONTACTOR R & R ACU WITH NEW.
- [SDR 2026FA0000768](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000768.md): Bushing · defective · Aug 7, 2026 · N24251 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000757](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000757.md): Bushing · defective · Aug 5, 2026 · N1730S · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000618](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000618.md): Pump · failed · Aug 4, 2026 · N190LP · Cessna 172S · Engine Fuel Pump
  > ENGINE DRIVEN FUEL PUMP FAILURE ALLOWED FUEL TO FLOOD ENGINE CRANKCASE. FOUND ON GROUND BEFORE FLIGHT.
- [SDR 2026FA0000758](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000758.md): Bushing · defective · Jul 17, 2026 · N22806 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000591](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000591.md): Bushing · delaminated · Jul 16, 2026 · N26BQ · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear
  > DURING 100HR INSPECTION FOUND LANDING GEAR BUSHING DELAMINATED AND SEPARATED FROM METAL. NO DAMAGE TO LANDING GEAR LEG WAS FOUND BUT UNSURE WHEN BUSHING FAILED BETWEEN THIS AND LAST 100HR. PICTURES AVAILABLE.
- [SDR 2026FA0000759](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000759.md): Bushing · defective · Jul 15, 2026 · N24268 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000590](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000590.md): Bushing · delaminated · Jul 15, 2026 · N25BQ · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > DURING 100HR INSPECTION FOUND LANDING GEAR BUSHING DELAMINATING FROM METAL SURFACE. TEXTRON RELEASED SEL-32-08R1 FOR WHICH THIS AIRCRAFT IS NOT INCLUDED.
- [SDR 2026FA0000592](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000592.md): Bushing · delaminated · Jul 12, 2026 · N636EM · Cessna 172S · Fuselage, Landing Gear Attach Fittings
  > BOTH LANDING GEAR BUSHING FOUND DELAMINATED DURING 100HR INSPECTION.
- [SDR 2026FA0000761](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000761.md): Bushing · defective · Jul 10, 2026 · N25187 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000760](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000760.md): Bushing · defective · Jul 10, 2026 · N25187 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000519](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000519.md): Cylinder · cracked · Jun 15, 2026 · N5251Z · Cessna 172S · Reciprocating Engine Cylinder Section
  > PILOT REPORTED LOUD NOISE FROM ENGINE, SIGNIFICANT POWER LOSS, AND LOUD VIBRATIONS. PILOT LANDED AT A NEARBY AIRPORT WHERE MANTIENCE DISCOVERED A LARGE CRACK IN CYLINDER #2(HEAD SEPERATING FROM THE BARREL).
- [SDR 2026FA0000762](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000762.md): Bushing · defective · Jun 10, 2026 · N25181 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000769](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000769.md): Bushing · defective · Jun 3, 2026 · N25194 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000770](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000770.md): Bushing · defective · May 29, 2026 · N26010 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000471](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000471.md): Shutoff Valve · leaking · May 29, 2026 · N25167 · Cessna 172S · Aircraft Fuel Distribution System
  > FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE NOT STOPPING FUEL COMPLETELY. FUEL DRIPPING FROM FUEL STRAINER DURING INSPECTION.
- [SDR 2026FA0000437](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000437.md): Stringer · bent · May 27, 2026 · N369DA · Cessna 172S · Fuselage Main, Longeron/Stringer
  > AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N'S 0512001-9 AND 0512001-10) HAVE BENDS IN EXCESS OF THE 0.040" LIMIT DESCRIBED IN THE SERVICE LETTE
- [SDR 2026FA0000436](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000436.md): Stringer · bent · May 27, 2026 · N129K · Cessna 172S · Fuselage Main, Longeron/Stringer
  > AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N'S 0512001-9 AND 0512001-10) HAVE BENDS IN EXCESS OF THE 0.040" LIMIT DESCRIBED IN THE SERVICE LETTE
- [SDR 2026FA0000763](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000763.md): Bushing · defective · May 21, 2026 · N25204 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000771](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000771.md): Bushing · defective · May 19, 2026 · N24249 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000470](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000470.md): Shutoff Valve · leaking · May 15, 2026 · N25158 · Cessna 172S · Aircraft Fuel Distribution System
  > FUEL SHUT OFF VALVE NOT STOPPING FUEL COMPLETELY. FUEL DRIPPING FROM FUEL STRAINER DURING INSPECTION.
- [SDR 2026FA0000764](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000764.md): Bushing · defective · May 11, 2026 · N309TX · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000772](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000772.md): Bushing · defective · Apr 22, 2026 · N25205 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000435](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000435.md): Stringer · bent · Apr 21, 2026 · N82MH · Cessna 172S · Fuselage Main, Longeron/Stringer
  > AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N'S 0512001-9 AND 0512001-10) HAVE BENDS IN EXCESS OF THE 0.040" LIMIT DESCRIBED IN THE SERVICE LETTE
- [SDR 2026FA0000285](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000285.md): Throttle Cable · severed · Apr 21, 2026 · N454AG · Cessna 172S · Power Lever
  > LOSS OF THROTTLE CONTROL IN FLIGHT, DUE TO SEVERED THROTTLE CABLE.
- [SDR 2026FA0000391](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000391.md): Stiffener · sheared · Apr 14, 2026 · N1057R · Cessna 172S · Wing Miscellaneous Structure
  > FLAP TRACK STIFFENERS THAT KEEP THE FLAP TRACKS STRAIGHT AND TRUE WERE FOUND TO BE SHEARED OFF AND/OR CRACKED.
- [SDR 2026FA0000358](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000358.md): Stiffener · sheared · Apr 14, 2026 · N988BE · Cessna 172S · Trailing Edge Flaps
  > FLAP TRACK STIFFENERS THAT KEEP THE FLAP TRACKS STRAIGHT AND TRUE WERE FOUND TO BE SHEARED OFF AND/OR CRACKED
- [SDR 2026FA0000355](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000355.md): Stiffener · sheared · Apr 14, 2026 · N437SP · Cessna 172S · Trailing Edge Flaps
  > FLAP TRACK STIFFENERS THAT KEEP THE FLAP TRACKS STRAIGHT AND TRUE WERE FOUND TO BE SHEARED OFF AND/OR CRACKED
- [SDR 2026FA0000441](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000441.md): Stringer · bent · Apr 10, 2026 · N91FF · Cessna 172S · Fuselage Main, Longeron/Stringer
  > AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N'S 0512001-9 AND 0512001-10) HAVE BENDS IN EXCESS OF THE 0.040" LIMIT DESCRIBED IN THE SERVICE LETTE
- [SDR 2026FA0000438](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000438.md): Stringer · bent · Apr 6, 2026 · N46FF · Cessna 172S · Fuselage Main, Longeron/Stringer
  > AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N'S 0512001-9 AND 0512001-10) HAVE BENDS IN EXCESS OF THE 0.040" LIMIT DESCRIBED IN THE SERVICE LETTE
- [SDR 2026FA0000442](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000442.md): Stringer · bent · Mar 19, 2026 · N9283A · Cessna 172S · Fuselage Main, Longeron/Stringer
  > AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N'S 0512001-9 AND 0512001-10) HAVE BENDS IN EXCESS OF THE 0.040" LIMIT DESCRIBED IN THE SERVICE LETTE
- [SDR NX422026031600013](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NX422026031600013.md): Crankcase · gouged · Mar 13, 2026 · N923ER · Cessna 172S · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > UPON DISASSEMBLY FOR ITS FIRST OVERHAUL, DAMAGE WAS FOUND ON THE LEFT HAND CRANKCASE HALF ON ALL FOUR THRU STUD BORE LOCATIONS. THE DAMAGE APPEARS TO BE A GOUGE WITH DISPLACED METAL JUST UNDER THE CYLINDER PADS JUST INSIDE THE THRU STUD BORES. SIMILAR DAMAGE O
- [SDR NX422026031600012](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NX422026031600012.md): Stud · damaged · Mar 13, 2026 · N979ER · Cessna 172S · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > UPON DISASSEMBLY FOR IT'S FIRST OVERHAUL, DAMAGE WAS FOUND ON ONE OF THE THRU STUDS. THE DAMAGE APPEARS TO BE DIPLSACED STEEL UNDER THE THREADED PORTION ON THE SHOULDER OF THE THRU STUD. A RELEVANT INDICATION IS SEEN UNDER MAGNETIC PARTICLE INSPECTION. THE LEF
- [SDR NX422026031600011](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/NX422026031600011.md): Crankcase · gouged · Mar 13, 2026 · N979ER · Cessna 172S · Reciprocating Engine Power Section
  > UPON DISASSEMBLY FOR ITS FIRST OVERHAUL, DAMAGE WAS FOUND ON THE LEFT HAND CRANKCASE HALF TO THREE THRU STUD BORE LOCATIONS. THE DAMAGE APPEARS TO BE A GOUGE WITH DISPLACED METAL JUST UNDER THE CYLINDER PADS JUST INSIDE THE THRU STUD BORES. SIMILAR DAMAGE ON O
- [SDR 2026FA0000753](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000753.md): Bushing · defective · Mar 10, 2026 · N23177 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE RIGHT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000752](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000752.md): Bushing · defective · Mar 10, 2026 · N23177 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.
- [SDR 2026FA0000440](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000440.md): Stringer · bent · Mar 6, 2026 · N928ZA · Cessna 172S · Fuselage Main, Longeron/Stringer
  > AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N'S 0512001-9 AND 0512001-10) HAVE BENDS IN EXCESS OF THE 0.040" LIMIT DESCRIBED IN THE SERVICE LETTE
- [SDR 2026FA0000439](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000439.md): Stringer · bent · Mar 5, 2026 · N73MH · Cessna 172S · Fuselage Main, Longeron/Stringer
  > AIRCRAFT FAILED THE INSPECTION CRITERIA OUTLINED IN TEXTRON SERVICE LETTER SEL-53-04, DATED JANUARY 14, 2026. BOTH UPPER STRINGERS IN THE TAILCONE ASSEMBLY (P/N'S 0512001-9 AND 0512001-10) HAVE BENDS IN EXCESS OF THE 0.040" LIMIT DESCRIBED IN THE SERVICE LETTE
- [SDR 2026FA0000774](https://openairdocs.org/sdr/2026FA0000774.md): Bushing · defective · Mar 2, 2026 · N23175 · Cessna 172S · Main Landing Gear Attach Section
  > THE LEFT LANDING GEAR LEG BUSHING WHICH SECURES THE LEG TIGHTLY TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE HAD A DELAMINATED BUSHING LINER. WITHOUT THE LINER THE GEAR LEG IS NOT TIGHTLY SECURED TO THE AIRFRAME STRUCTURE, INSTEAD IT WILL FLOP AROUND.

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## The whole list in SQL

Runs in DuckDB 1.2 or later on the release's Parquet files over HTTPS:

```sql
SELECT sdr_id, difficulty_date, n_number, aircraft_make, aircraft_model, part_name, part_condition, jasc_code, discrepancy
FROM 'https://openairdocs.org/data/latest/faa_service_difficulty_report.parquet'
WHERE aircraft_model_key = '172S'
ORDER BY difficulty_date DESC
```

This list as a web page: https://openairdocs.org/model/textron-172s/reports

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