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TSB List for the 2021 Ford Explorer

Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 Explorer are official communications between Ford & their dealerships that describe processes for troubleshooting or fixing certain common problems. All vehicle manufacturers are required by U.S. law to make their TSBs available to the public.

  • STEERING
  • SUSPENSION
  • SUSPENSION:REAR
  • SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY
  • BRAKES (PWS)
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
  • SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING
  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
  • SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT
  • PARKING BRAKE
  • ENGINE (PWS)
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
  • FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY
  • FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
  • POWER TRAIN
  • POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:DOGS/SYNCHROS
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS:ACTUATORS/SOLENOIDS
  • POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)
  • POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION CASE/HOUSING
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING
  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL
  • VISIBILITY
  • VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
  • VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR
  • VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
  • AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT
  • AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT
  • STRUCTURE
  • STRUCTURE:BODY
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR
  • STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
  • WHEELS
  • SEATS
  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
  • LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION
  • BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
  • COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS
  • EQUIPMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE
  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY
  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:BRAKING
  • EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER
  • EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS
  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER
  • TSB #SSM 52435

    Date Announced:
    APR 10, 2024
    NHTSA ID:
    #10253684

    Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles may exhibit various issues with the roof rack side. If there is an issue with the roof rack side that requires replacement, a lower level service part is now available separately (7855114 and 7855115). Read More »

  • STEERING

    • TSB #SSM 51612

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236031

      There is a parts and labor time error for Explorer/Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost and Aviator 3.0L plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Ford is in the process of updating TSB 23-2114. Explorer or Aviator with 3.0L EcoBoost or 3. Read More »

    SUSPENSION

    • TSB #22N06

      Date Announced:
      SEP 23, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10222520

      Certain 2020-2022 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Rear Axle Bolt Replacement REF : NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD Safety Recall 22S27 Supplement #3 Read More »

    • TSB #22N06

      Date Announced:
      JUN 10, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214129

      Certain 2020-2022 Model Year Explorer (Non-Police) Vehicles - Rear Axle Repair After Bolt Fracture. In some of the affected vehicles, the rear axle mounting bolt may fracture during vehicle acceleration. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50471

      Date Announced:
      FEB 07, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207898

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a rear axle mounting bolt that has broken. In order to correct the condition, the rear subframe, differential cover, and mounting bolts will need to be replaced in addition to any other damaged ... Read More »

    SUSPENSION:REAR

    • TSB #SSM 50471

      Date Announced:
      FEB 07, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207898

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a rear axle mounting bolt that has broken. In order to correct the condition, the rear subframe, differential cover, and mounting bolts will need to be replaced in addition to any other damaged ... Read More »

    SUSPENSION:REAR:AXLE:NON-POWERED AXLE ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #SSM 51821

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240575

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with AWD may exhibit a binding or shudder sensation while turning and/or while accelerating from low speeds. Read More »

    BRAKES (PWS)

    • TSB #SSM 51374

      Date Announced:
      FEB 21, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232477

      Some 2020-2021 Escape/Bronco Sport/Explorer and 2020-2021 Corsair/Aviator vehicles equipped with electric brake booster (EBB) built on or before 1-Aug-2022 may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator and ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51261

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228876

      Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2030

      Date Announced:
      FEB 03, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187831

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles built on or before 24-Dec-2020 may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator lamp with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0020 stored in the ABS ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49433

      Date Announced:
      JAN 07, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186400

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C0031, C0034, C0037, and/or C003A. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC

    • TSB #SSM 51120

      Date Announced:
      OCT 06, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10222788

      Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50472

      Date Announced:
      FEB 07, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207899

      Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with the 2.3L engine may exhibit a red brake warning lamp and/or brake system warning message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P050F in the anti-lock brake ... Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING

    • TSB #SSM 50064

      Date Announced:
      AUG 25, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201034

      Some 2013-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST:VACUUM:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS

    • TSB #SSM 50472

      Date Announced:
      FEB 07, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207899

      Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with the 2.3L engine may exhibit a red brake warning lamp and/or brake system warning message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P050F in the anti-lock brake ... Read More »

    SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:ABS WARNING LIGHT

    • TSB #TSB 21-2293

      Date Announced:
      SEP 06, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201619

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator hybrid vehicles may exhibit a brake pedal pulsation or vibration when the brakes are applied. Read More »

    PARKING BRAKE

    • TSB #TSB 23-2120

      Date Announced:
      MAY 16, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236573

      Some 2018-2021 Expedition/Navigator and 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80 MHT or 10R60 may exhibit a momentary transmission neutral-out condition while in drive. Read More »

    ENGINE (PWS)

    • TSB #SSM 50748

      Date Announced:
      MAY 05, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10211731

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition. Read More »

    • TSB #21U06

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202721

      Certain 2021 Explorer Vehicles Equipped with 2.3L Engines ; Inspect Left Hand Engine Mount in some of the affected vehicles, the left hand (LH) engine mount may leak hydraulic fluid. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50046

      Date Announced:
      AUG 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201016

      Some 2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility/F-150 Hybrid vehicles equipped with a 10R80 modular hybrid transmission (MHT) may exhibit a transmission fluid leak at the engine disconnect clutch pressure sensor. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49393

      Date Announced:
      DEC 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184633

      Some 2021 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L engine and Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49380

      Date Announced:
      DEC 04, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184629

      Some 2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor vehicles may exhibit a flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P112A stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49329

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183390

      Some 2020-2021 Aviator and Explorer vehicles may experience an intermittent no crank, inoperative remote start, and/or an illuminated wrench light with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P07E4, B135C and/or U0103. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    • TSB #TSB 23-2058

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10252520

      This TSB supersedes TSB 22-2377 to update the vehicle model years affected and Parts List. Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine or 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 52335

      Date Announced:
      MAR 06, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10251952

      For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51881

      Date Announced:
      AUG 24, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241601

      2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles and equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51764

      Date Announced:
      JUL 03, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238468

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and low oil pressure warning in the instrument panel cluster (IPC), with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51665

      Date Announced:
      MAY 26, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236688

      Some 2021-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an upper engine thump/knock noise coming from the left cylinder head. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2377

      Date Announced:
      OCT 18, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10225445

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a ticking/tapping or rattle type noise from the top front cover area of the engine on initial start-up after a cold soak of 6 hours or more that may ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51032

      Date Announced:
      AUG 18, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218605

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit automatic transmission fluid (ATF) contamination in the engine cooling system due to the transmission cooler. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51003

      Date Announced:
      AUG 08, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10217835

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.3L Duratec engine may exhibit delayed acceleration response under heavy to wide open throttle input after an engine start. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50988

      Date Announced:
      AUG 02, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10217832

      Some 2018-2021 F-150 3.3L, 2020-2021 Explorer 3.3L, and 2020-2021 Transit 3.5L may experience an illuminated low oil pressure and malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0521 stored in the powertrain control ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50748

      Date Announced:
      MAY 05, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10211731

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50736

      Date Announced:
      MAY 02, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10211722

      2019-2021 Ranger and 2020-2021 Explorer with 2.3L EcoBoost engines and customer concern of increased engine oil level and/or fuel smell in oil. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50639

      Date Announced:
      MAR 28, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209382

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may appear to have a low engine oil level if the proper procedures are not followed. Refer to the Owner's Manual, Maintenance, Engine oil check section. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2046

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10208142

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.3L hybrid engine may exhibit delayed acceleration response, hesitation and/or a buck/jerk condition at low vehicle speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50483

      Date Announced:
      FEB 10, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10208108

      Some 2021-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine and built on 01-Aug-2021 and through 03-Jan-2022 may exhibit a lack of rear heat. This may be due to incorrectly routed coolant hoses in the engine bay. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2446

      Date Announced:
      DEC 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205531

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P04F0 and/or P144C stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50306

      Date Announced:
      NOV 23, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10204040

      Some 2018-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator; 2019-2021 Ranger; 2020-2021 Escape, Corsair, Explorer, Transit; 2021 Bronco, Bronco Sport, Edge, Nautilus, F-150, Mustang; 2019-2022 Transit Connect; 2020-2022 Aviator, F-Super Duty; and ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50171

      Date Announced:
      OCT 04, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202614

      Some 2019-2021 Edge/Nautilus/Ranger, 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair/Explorer, and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L/2. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50156

      Date Announced:
      SEP 28, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201700

      Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L or 5.0L engine, Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.5L Duratec engine, and Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49982

      Date Announced:
      JUL 27, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199651

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit an inoperative cooling fan and/or a vehicle overheat message. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49953

      Date Announced:
      JUL 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199506

      Some 2021 Explorer ST and Aviator vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of undesirable powertrain sounds inside the vehicle and/or less than optimal speaker sound from the vehicle. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49924

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199497

      Some 2019 MKC, 2019-2021 Edge/Nautilus/Escape/Ranger/Explorer, 2020-2021 Corsair, and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 2.0L and 2.3L EcoBoost engines may exhibit a light to moderate ticking type noise at idle (600-700 RPM). Read More »

    • TSB #21B18

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10189753

      Certain 2021 Model Year Explorer/Aviator All-Wheel-Drive Vehicles Equipped with 3.0L Engines Engine Assembly Replacement All of the affected vehicles, an oversized right-hand exhaust camshaft journal was installed in the engine assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49696

      Date Announced:
      MAR 26, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10189587

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a buzzing noise coming from the center console or cowl area with engine speed around 1500 RPM at idle or while driving. Read More »

    • TSB #21B17

      Date Announced:
      FEB 18, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187813

      In all of the affected vehicles, the installed high-output alternator and powertrain control module (PCM) calibration were not aligned. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49449

      Date Announced:
      JAN 14, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186600

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may appear to have low engine oil level if the proper procedures are not followed. Refer to the Owners Guide, Maintenance, Engine oil check section. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49328

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183569

      Some 2019 MKC, 2019-2020 Edge/Nautilus/Escape/Ranger, 2020 Corsair, 2019-2021 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.0L and 2.3L EcoBoost engines may exhibit a light to moderate ticking type noise at idle (600-700 RPM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49269

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10181910

      Some 2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor vehicles may exhibit a flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P112A stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:DIESEL

    • TSB #SSM 49388

      Date Announced:
      DEC 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184631

      2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles without a diesel engine and/or without a 10R80 MHT transmission have a new PCM-Transmission Accelerated Main Control Break In routine added to the Diagnosis and Testing ... Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL

    • TSB #SSM 50171

      Date Announced:
      OCT 04, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202614

      Some 2019-2021 Edge/Nautilus/Ranger, 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair/Explorer, and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L/2. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR

    • TSB #SSM 51824

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240578

      2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

    • TSB #SSM 51824

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240578

      2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    • TSB #TSB 22-2176

      Date Announced:
      JUN 21, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214753

      Some 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on or before 3-Jan-2022, 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles built on or before 14-Feb-2022, 2020-2022 Aviator vehicles built on or before 07-Feb-2022 and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles built on or ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2254

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202698

      Some 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on or before 30-Mar-2021 and Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or before 09-Apr-2021 may exhibit a slow fuel fill and/or spit back condition during refueling. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    • TSB #SSM 49924

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199497

      Some 2019 MKC, 2019-2021 Edge/Nautilus/Escape/Ranger/Explorer, 2020-2021 Corsair, and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 2.0L and 2.3L EcoBoost engines may exhibit a light to moderate ticking type noise at idle (600-700 RPM). Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL:STORAGE:TANK ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #SSM 51824

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240578

      2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2433

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228761

      This article supersedes TSB 22-2176 to increase the labor operation allowance and update the part list. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50622

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209414

      Some 2020 - 2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may display a distance to empty value in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) that does not correctly represent the actual fuel level of the vehicle. Read More »

    FUEL SYSTEM, OTHER:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

    • TSB #SSM 49328

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183569

      Some 2019 MKC, 2019-2020 Edge/Nautilus/Escape/Ranger, 2020 Corsair, 2019-2021 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.0L and 2.3L EcoBoost engines may exhibit a light to moderate ticking type noise at idle (600-700 RPM). Read More »

    POWER TRAIN

    • TSB #TSB 24-2100

      Date Announced:
      MAR 29, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10252673

      This article supersedes TSB 24-2059 to update the Service Procedure LTIS statement. Some 2021-2022 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2020-2023 Transit/Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80MHT transmission ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 24-2059

      Date Announced:
      MAR 13, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10252662

      This article supersedes TSB 23-2351 to remove 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicle applications. The 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicles will be the subject of a separate article. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 52314

      Date Announced:
      MAR 01, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10251934

      During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2351

      Date Announced:
      NOV 15, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10246123

      Some 2021-2023 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator, 2022-2023 Mustang, 2020-2023 Transit, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80MHT transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2352

      Date Announced:
      NOV 14, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10246125

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 10R60 transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2353

      Date Announced:
      NOV 14, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10246128

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine, 2022-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2249

      Date Announced:
      NOV 07, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10245354

      This article supersedes TSB 23-2120 to exclude Police Interceptor vehicles with column shift. Some 2018-2021 Expedition/Navigator and 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80 MHT or 10R60 (excluding Police ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51951

      Date Announced:
      SEP 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243655

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT transmission may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P084B stored in the PCM. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51939

      Date Announced:
      SEP 21, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243648

      Some 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2072

      Date Announced:
      SEP 20, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242845

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator all-wheel drive (AWD) vehicles with a hybrid powertrain may experience a harshness and/or vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console at 25-50 mph (40-80 km/h). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51917

      Date Announced:
      SEP 13, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243495

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with AWD may exhibit a binding or shudder sensation while turning and/or while accelerating from low speeds. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2279

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10242851

      Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L hybrid engine, 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and 2020-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51881

      Date Announced:
      AUG 24, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241601

      2020-2023 Explorer non-hybrid vehicles and equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost or 3.3L Duratec engine and 2020-2023 Aviator non-hybrid vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2250

      Date Announced:
      AUG 14, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241447

      This article supersedes TSB 22-2428 and 23-2176 to update the Issue, Action and Service Procedure. Some 2017-2023 F-150, 2018-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit and 2021-2023 Bronco ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51821

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240575

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with AWD may exhibit a binding or shudder sensation while turning and/or while accelerating from low speeds. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2174

      Date Announced:
      JUL 26, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240240

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) built on or before 30-Aug-2021 may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) C00A6 and/or C0631. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51701

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237795

      Some 2020-2023 Aviator/Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0L hybrid engine may exhibit illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and stop safely now warning. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51687

      Date Announced:
      JUN 07, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237786

      TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations. For any missing labor operations, claim available new model labor operations or m-time. Refer to this article on the repair order. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2176

      Date Announced:
      JUN 06, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237785

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission may exhibit a delayed reverse engagement. This may be due to the software in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2428

      Date Announced:
      MAY 29, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236680

      Some 2017-2023 F-150, 2018-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit and 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 10R60 transmission and built on or before 23-Dec-2022 or with a ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2120

      Date Announced:
      MAY 16, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236573

      Some 2018-2021 Expedition/Navigator and 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80 MHT or 10R60 may exhibit a momentary transmission neutral-out condition while in drive. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2114

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234127

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) built on or before 30-Aug-2021 may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) C00A6 and/or C0631. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51531

      Date Announced:
      APR 03, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10234125

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit, 2021-2023 F-150/Bronco, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2023 F-250/F-350 Super Duty vehicles may exhibit harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2406

      Date Announced:
      MAR 30, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233577

      Some 2021-2023 Explorer Timberline vehicles may exhibit differential fluid venting from the differential fluid vent. The customer may notice differential fluid pooling below the vehicle or saturating the wheel well liner. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51439

      Date Announced:
      MAR 14, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233725

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator 4x4/AWD vehicles with hybrid powertrain may experience a harshness and/or vibration felt through the seat, steering wheel and/or center console after initial driveaway between 25-50 MPH (40-80 Km/h) that ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51419

      Date Announced:
      MAR 08, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233695

      Some 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51374

      Date Announced:
      FEB 21, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232477

      Some 2020-2021 Escape/Bronco Sport/Explorer and 2020-2021 Corsair/Aviator vehicles equipped with electric brake booster (EBB) built on or before 1-Aug-2022 may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator and ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2030

      Date Announced:
      JAN 30, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10230780

      2020-2022 Aviator/Explorer/Police Interceptor, 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT transmission and built on or before 15-Nov-2022 may exhibit an 8th gear start after coming to a stop and/or a no movement in Reverse ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51297

      Date Announced:
      JAN 13, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10230800

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a hybrid powertrain may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2D40. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51098

      Date Announced:
      SEP 26, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10222064

      Some 2021-2022 Explorer - Timberline - vehicles may exhibit a rear differential that is venting rear axle fluid. This may result in a noise, odor, or leak noticed by the customer. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2342

      Date Announced:
      SEP 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220380

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a hybrid powertrain may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2D40. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50900

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10215368

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit a rear differential that is venting rear axle fluid. This may result in a noise, smell, or leak noticed by the customer. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2145

      Date Announced:
      JUN 28, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214870

      Some 2018-2021 Expedition/Navigator and 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80 MHT or 10R60 may exhibit a momentary transmission neutral-out condition while in drive. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50745

      Date Announced:
      JUN 22, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214825

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit erratic transfer case operation and/or noise. This may be due to water intrusion between the transmission and the transfer case. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50661

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210242

      Some 2018-2022 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50529

      Date Announced:
      FEB 21, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10208154

      Some 2021-2022 Bronco/F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility and 2022 Transit vehicles may exhibit harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2046

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10208142

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with 3.3L hybrid engine may exhibit delayed acceleration response, hesitation and/or a buck/jerk condition at low vehicle speeds with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50435

      Date Announced:
      JAN 28, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207134

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a driveline vibration. Workshop Manual (WSM) Pinpoint Tests G (driveline shudder) and H (driveline vibration) have been updated in WSM, Section 205-01. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50329

      Date Announced:
      DEC 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205474

      Some 2021 Bronco/F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles, non-hybrid, may exhibit harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50321

      Date Announced:
      DEC 06, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205444

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with AWD may exhibit a binding or shudder sensation while turning and/or while accelerating from low speeds. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50184

      Date Announced:
      OCT 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202622

      Some 2021 Bronco/F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles, excluding hybrid, may exhibit harsh or delayed engagement/shift concerns. Read More »

    • TSB #21U04

      Date Announced:
      JUL 02, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199483

      In some of the effected vehicles the active noise cancelation (ANC) and electronic sound enhancement (ESE) features were not activated in the audio control module (ACM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49870

      Date Announced:
      JUN 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198634

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49830

      Date Announced:
      MAY 27, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10194648

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a buzzing noise coming from the center console or cowl area with engine speed around 1500 RPM at idle or while driving. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49753

      Date Announced:
      APR 26, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191102

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility and 2021 F-150 Hybrid vehicles equipped with a 10R80 modular hybrid transmission (MHT) and with less than 100 miles (160 kilometers) may exhibit a transmission fluid leak that ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49669

      Date Announced:
      MAR 16, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10189567

      2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit an illuminated AWD indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C00A6:07, C00A6:18, C00A6:19, C00A6:4B, C00A6:66, C00A6:71, C00A6:74, and/or C00A6:99. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49642

      Date Announced:
      MAR 03, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10189553

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with an 10R60 automatic transmission may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P27B2 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49618

      Date Announced:
      FEB 23, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10188010

      Some 2018-2021 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P025A And/Or DTC U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49582

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187986

      Some 2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles, excluding hybrid, with 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or less may exhibit harsh or delayed engagement/shift concerns with or without transmission diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49519

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187917

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80-MHT automatic transmission and built on or before 29-Oct-2020 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U0100, U0155, ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49507

      Date Announced:
      JAN 29, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186648

      Some 2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles, excluding hybrid, with 5,000 miles (8,000 km) or less may exhibit harsh or delayed engagement/shift concerns with or without transmission diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49446

      Date Announced:
      JAN 14, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186598

      Some 2021 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L engine, F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L or 5.0L engine, and Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49393

      Date Announced:
      DEC 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184633

      Some 2021 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L engine and Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49388

      Date Announced:
      DEC 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184631

      2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles without a diesel engine and/or without a 10R80 MHT transmission have a new PCM-Transmission Accelerated Main Control Break In routine added to the Diagnosis and Testing ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49329

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183390

      Some 2020-2021 Aviator and Explorer vehicles may experience an intermittent no crank, inoperative remote start, and/or an illuminated wrench light with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P07E4, B135C and/or U0103. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:DOGS/SYNCHROS

    • TSB #TSB 21-2294

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201620

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50049

      Date Announced:
      AUG 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201019

      Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle customers may receive a message in their FordPass or Lincoln Way App stating Feature Unavailable. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    • TSB #SSM 51032

      Date Announced:
      AUG 18, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10218605

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit automatic transmission fluid (ATF) contamination in the engine cooling system due to the transmission cooler. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50885

      Date Announced:
      JUN 24, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214841

      2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2022 F-150 hybrid vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT require the Transmission Strategy Download application in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to be run after certain transmission or module ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49269

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10181910

      Some 2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor vehicles may exhibit a flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P112A stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    • TSB #SSM 51764

      Date Announced:
      JUL 03, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238468

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and low oil pressure warning in the instrument panel cluster (IPC), with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50622

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209414

      Some 2020 - 2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may display a distance to empty value in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) that does not correctly represent the actual fuel level of the vehicle. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2434

      Date Announced:
      DEC 24, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205717

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles and 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 10R80 MHT automatic transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or a harsh/delayed shift with or without an ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 20-2429

      Date Announced:
      DEC 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184781

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and built on or before 21-Oct-2020 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0100 stored ... Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #TSB 23-2176

      Date Announced:
      JUN 06, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237785

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission may exhibit a delayed reverse engagement. This may be due to the software in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:CLUTCHES/BANDS:ACTUATORS/SOLENOIDS

    • TSB #SSM 50184

      Date Announced:
      OCT 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202622

      Some 2021 Bronco/F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles, excluding hybrid, may exhibit harsh or delayed engagement/shift concerns. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

    • TSB #SSM 51821

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240575

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with AWD may exhibit a binding or shudder sensation while turning and/or while accelerating from low speeds. Read More »

    POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION CASE/HOUSING

    • TSB #SSM 50046

      Date Announced:
      AUG 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201016

      Some 2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility/F-150 Hybrid vehicles equipped with a 10R80 modular hybrid transmission (MHT) may exhibit a transmission fluid leak at the engine disconnect clutch pressure sensor. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    • TSB #SSM 52307

      Date Announced:
      FEB 29, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10250852

      Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPass??A?/LincolnWay??A? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 24-2043

      Date Announced:
      FEB 22, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10251467

      This article supersedes TSB 23-2208 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 52189

      Date Announced:
      JAN 18, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10249176

      Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over Bluetooth. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 52152

      Date Announced:
      DEC 21, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10248062

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and/or 4WD Fault Service Required message with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C00A6:71, ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51902

      Date Announced:
      SEP 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243478

      Some 2020-2022 Aviator/Explorer Hybrid vehicles may exhibit a concern where the EV power flow does not display in the center display screen. This may be due to the SYNC module (APIM) software. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51845

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240724

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a condition of intermittent headlamp operation while the vehicle is OFF and have diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1533 stored in the body control module (BCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51838

      Date Announced:
      AUG 02, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10241627

      In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating Feature Unavailable. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2174

      Date Announced:
      JUL 26, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240240

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) built on or before 30-Aug-2021 may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) C00A6 and/or C0631. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51792

      Date Announced:
      JUL 14, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239483

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over Bluetooth. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2208

      Date Announced:
      JUL 13, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239474

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. This may be caused by an electromagnetic interference concern. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51725

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237977

      Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPassA?/LincolnWayA? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51701

      Date Announced:
      JUN 12, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237795

      Some 2020-2023 Aviator/Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0L hybrid engine may exhibit illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and stop safely now warning. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51653

      Date Announced:
      MAY 22, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236590

      2020-2023 Escape/Explorer, 2021-2023 F-150 and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with a full hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) powertrain may exhibit a cable connection error screen from the Midtronics xRC-3363 High Voltage Battery Rescue ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51612

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236031

      There is a parts and labor time error for Explorer/Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost and Aviator 3.0L plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Ford is in the process of updating TSB 23-2114. Explorer or Aviator with 3.0L EcoBoost or 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51515

      Date Announced:
      MAR 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233922

      2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator with start/stop push button ignition switch may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B108A:01 (general ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51380

      Date Announced:
      FEB 23, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232481

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit the A/C blowing warm air with DTCs P0645, P2CFC, and/or P2CFD present in the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51306

      Date Announced:
      JAN 19, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10230835

      Some 2018-2023 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51247

      Date Announced:
      DEC 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228864

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51132

      Date Announced:
      OCT 14, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10224335

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2342

      Date Announced:
      SEP 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10220380

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a hybrid powertrain may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2D40. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50975

      Date Announced:
      JUL 29, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10217028

      Some 2017-2022 Ford/Lincoln customers may experience a notification in the FordPass??A???A???A???A?/LincolnWay??A???A???A???A? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50873

      Date Announced:
      JUN 21, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214832

      Some 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners may experience a condition of missing authorization, command and control, battery charging details or phone-as-a-key setup buttons/selections in their FordPass or LincolnWay App. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50841

      Date Announced:
      JUN 08, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214158

      Some 2018-2022 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50804

      Date Announced:
      MAY 24, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10212957

      Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay may experience 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate channel to access ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2190

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10211911

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated airbag warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1404:13 and/or B1407:13. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50739

      Date Announced:
      MAY 03, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10211724

      Some 2020-2021 Escape vehicles and 2021 F-150/Mustang Mach-E/Expedition/Explorer vehicles built on or before 22-Nov-2021 may exhibit a concern of the audio inoperative, no sound from audio speakers, chimes default to coming through the ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50705

      Date Announced:
      APR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210424

      Some 2021 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative side marker turn signals. This may be due to incorrect data in the driver door module (DDM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50659

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210240

      Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50661

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210242

      Some 2018-2022 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50588

      Date Announced:
      MAR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209212

      Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50504

      Date Announced:
      FEB 17, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10208148

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with all-wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit an illuminated stability-traction control and/or powertrain malfunction warning indicators with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C00A8:11, C00A8:13, ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50458

      Date Announced:
      FEB 02, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207895

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2022 Bronco Sport, and 2022 Maverick vehicles may exhibit an inoperative driver door window control switch (windows inoperative, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50361

      Date Announced:
      DEC 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205488

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit poor sound quality from the left and/or right front speaker while using Bluetooth audio. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50348

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205484

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTC). These DTCs may include P04F0, P008A, P0451, P0455, P0456, P0496 and/or P018C. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2411

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10203656

      This article supersedes TSB 21-2342 to update the Issue, Action, and Service Procedure. Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2342

      Date Announced:
      OCT 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202705

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50151

      Date Announced:
      SEP 24, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201604

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator Hybrids, 2021 Corsair Hybrid, 2021 F-150 PowerBoost, and 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles may exhibit a no-start with a Stop Safely Now warning message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2297

      Date Announced:
      SEP 13, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201624

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator and 2021 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated airbag warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1404:13 and/or B1407:13. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50106

      Date Announced:
      SEP 10, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201589

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit the A/C blowing warm air with DTC P0645 present in the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2293

      Date Announced:
      SEP 06, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201619

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator hybrid vehicles may exhibit a brake pedal pulsation or vibration when the brakes are applied. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50082

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201576

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an inoperative driver switchpack (windows inop, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). DTC B1088:87 may be present in the DDM. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2276

      Date Announced:
      AUG 20, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200762

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an AutoHold System Fault message displayed in the IPC message center on vehicle start-up with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50045

      Date Announced:
      AUG 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201015

      Some 2018-2021 Ford/Lincoln vehicles equipped with a wireless charging pad may exhibit an inoperative charging pad, slow charging, a notification that the phone has been mispositioned on the charging pad and/or the phone charging icon in ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50039

      Date Announced:
      AUG 16, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201013

      Some 2016-2021 Ford or Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 or SYNC 4 may exhibit a blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2263

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200743

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may ... Read More »

    • TSB #21U04

      Date Announced:
      JUL 02, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199483

      In some of the effected vehicles the active noise cancelation (ANC) and electronic sound enhancement (ESE) features were not activated in the audio control module (ACM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49914

      Date Announced:
      JUN 28, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198658

      Some 2015-2021 Edge, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2021 Nautilus, 2018-2021 Expedition/Navigator, and 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair/Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power liftgate. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49891

      Date Announced:
      JUN 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198646

      Some 2021 Explorer Limited vehicles built on or before 10-Dec-2020 may exhibit an inoperative second row seat power fold function. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49820

      Date Announced:
      MAY 24, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10194425

      Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners may experience a condition of missing Authorization, Command and Control, Battery Charging Details or Phone-as-a-Key setup buttons/selections in their FordPass or LincolnWay App. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2150

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10194433

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49795

      Date Announced:
      MAY 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10194413

      Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the FordPass/LincolnWay App due to an erroneous deep sleep message. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49690

      Date Announced:
      MAR 25, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10189581

      For 2018-2021 EcoSport/Expedition/Navigator, 2019-2021 Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 Escape/Explorer/SuperDuty/Transit/Aviator/Corsair, 2021 Bronco Sport/F-150/Mustang/Mach-E the Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnostics may direct to replace ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49685

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10189577

      Some 2020-2021 Aviator and Explorer vehicles built on and before 24-Feb-2021 may experience an intermittent no crank, inoperative remote start, and/or an illuminated wrench light with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P07E4, B135C and/or ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49618

      Date Announced:
      FEB 23, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10188010

      Some 2018-2021 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P025A And/Or DTC U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #21B17

      Date Announced:
      FEB 18, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187813

      In all of the affected vehicles, the installed high-output alternator and powertrain control module (PCM) calibration were not aligned. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49580

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187984

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit various electrical concerns due to an open 3 or 4 post fuse array on the high current battery junction box (BJB). Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2030

      Date Announced:
      FEB 03, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10187831

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles built on or before 24-Dec-2020 may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator lamp with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0020 stored in the ABS ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49427

      Date Announced:
      JAN 05, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186564

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/Nautilus/Ranger, 2020 Escape and 2020-2021 Corsair/Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.0L/2. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 20-2429

      Date Announced:
      DEC 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184781

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and built on or before 21-Oct-2020 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0100 stored ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49393

      Date Announced:
      DEC 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184633

      Some 2021 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L engine and Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49388

      Date Announced:
      DEC 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184631

      2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles without a diesel engine and/or without a 10R80 MHT transmission have a new PCM-Transmission Accelerated Main Control Break In routine added to the Diagnosis and Testing ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49377

      Date Announced:
      DEC 04, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184626

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine and built on or before 01-Dec-2020 may exhibit inoperative air conditioning, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp, and/or an illuminated powertrain ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49380

      Date Announced:
      DEC 04, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184629

      Some 2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor vehicles may exhibit a flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P112A stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49329

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183390

      Some 2020-2021 Aviator and Explorer vehicles may experience an intermittent no crank, inoperative remote start, and/or an illuminated wrench light with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P07E4, B135C and/or U0103. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49269

      Date Announced:
      OCT 16, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10181910

      Some 2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor vehicles may exhibit a flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P112A stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    • TSB #SSM 50388

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207114

      Some 2020-2022 F-Super Duty/Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a Front Camera Fault, Lane Keeping Fault, and/or Collison Warning Not Available message with various diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the image ... Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING

    • TSB #SSM 51132

      Date Announced:
      OCT 14, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10224335

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with multiple diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:SWITCHES/KNOBS/BUTTONS

    • TSB #SSM 50458

      Date Announced:
      FEB 02, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207895

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2022 Bronco Sport, and 2022 Maverick vehicles may exhibit an inoperative driver door window control switch (windows inoperative, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM

    • TSB #SSM 50082

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201576

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an inoperative driver switchpack (windows inop, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). DTC B1088:87 may be present in the DDM. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    • TSB #SSM 50622

      Date Announced:
      MAR 22, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209414

      Some 2020 - 2022 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may display a distance to empty value in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) that does not correctly represent the actual fuel level of the vehicle. Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #TSB 23-2307

      Date Announced:
      OCT 05, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244707

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2225

      Date Announced:
      JUN 09, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214125

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50388

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207114

      Some 2020-2022 F-Super Duty/Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a Front Camera Fault, Lane Keeping Fault, and/or Collison Warning Not Available message with various diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the image ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50375

      Date Announced:
      DEC 23, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205694

      Some 2016-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update. This may be due to an incomplete installation of the SYNC map software. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49438

      Date Announced:
      JAN 13, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186402

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with 3rd row power seats may exhibit inoperative 3rd row power seat folding with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1231:54 and/or B1232:54 stored in the power fold seat module (SCMJ). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49437

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186401

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or before 07-Dec-2020 may falsely store diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U0415 and/or U3000:42 in the image processing module B (IPMB). Read More »

    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:ADAS:DRIVER MONITORING:CAMERA/SENSOR

    • TSB #SSM 49980

      Date Announced:
      JUL 26, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199514

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Corsair vehicles may exhibit an intermittent blue screen on the center infotainment display for one or more cameras when the 360 degree camera view is activated. Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING

    • TSB #SSM 51845

      Date Announced:
      AUG 04, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240724

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a condition of intermittent headlamp operation while the vehicle is OFF and have diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1533 stored in the body control module (BCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51628

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236339

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a condition of intermittent headlamp operation while the vehicle is OFF and have diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1533 stored in the body control module (BCM). Read More »

    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TURN SIGNAL

    • TSB #SSM 50705

      Date Announced:
      APR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210424

      Some 2021 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative side marker turn signals. This may be due to incorrect data in the driver door module (DDM). Read More »

    VISIBILITY

    • TSB #SSM 50015

      Date Announced:
      AUG 06, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200995

      Some 2020-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are equipped with an anti-fogging feature known as enhanced windshield anti fogging strategy (EWAFS). Read More »

    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    • TSB #SSM 50379

      Date Announced:
      JAN 07, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207049

      Some 2011-2022 Explorer and 2020-2022 Aviator vehicles may experience an inoperative roof opening panel motor. If diagnostics lead to a motor replacement, visually inspect the original motor for signs of water intrusion. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:REARVIEW MIRRORS/DEVICES:EXTERIOR

    • TSB #SSM 51265

      Date Announced:
      DEC 20, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228881

      Some vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may exhibit power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound. Read More »

    VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM

    • TSB #SSM 50811

      Date Announced:
      MAY 26, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10212959

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit the A/C blowing warm air with DTCs P0645, P2CFC, and/or P2CFD present in the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50015

      Date Announced:
      AUG 06, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200995

      Some 2020-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are equipped with an anti-fogging feature known as enhanced windshield anti fogging strategy (EWAFS). Read More »

    AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT

    • TSB #TSB 22-2190

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10211911

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated airbag warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1404:13 and/or B1407:13. Read More »

    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT

    • TSB #TSB 21-2297

      Date Announced:
      SEP 13, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201624

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator and 2021 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated airbag warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1404:13 and/or B1407:13. Read More »

    STRUCTURE

    • TSB #TSB 24-2044

      Date Announced:
      FEB 22, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10251468

      This article supersedes TSB 23-2181 to add 2024 vehicle model year. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51612

      Date Announced:
      MAY 06, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236031

      There is a parts and labor time error for Explorer/Aviator 3.0L EcoBoost and Aviator 3.0L plug-in hybrid electric vehicle (PHEV). Ford is in the process of updating TSB 23-2114. Explorer or Aviator with 3.0L EcoBoost or 3. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51536

      Date Announced:
      APR 04, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235153

      For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY

    • TSB #SSM 50458

      Date Announced:
      FEB 02, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207895

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2022 Bronco Sport, and 2022 Maverick vehicles may exhibit an inoperative driver door window control switch (windows inoperative, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2021

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207888

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a wind/whistle type noise at highway speeds originating from the front A-pillar applique (either side or both). Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:DOOR

    • TSB #SSM 50705

      Date Announced:
      APR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210424

      Some 2021 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative side marker turn signals. This may be due to incorrect data in the driver door module (DDM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50571

      Date Announced:
      MAR 09, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209028

      Some 2018-2021 Expedition and 2020-2021 Explorer vehicles may intermittently exhibit doors unable to lock/unlock and/or difficult to open in freezing temperatures. Read More »

    STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

    • TSB #TSB 23-2181

      Date Announced:
      JUN 23, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238283

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50810

      Date Announced:
      MAY 26, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10212958

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power liftgate when using intelligent access (IA) features such as the hands free liftgate or when using the outside control button on the liftgate handle when the doors ... Read More »

    LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

    • TSB #TSB 23-2181

      Date Announced:
      JUN 23, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238283

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50571

      Date Announced:
      MAR 09, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209028

      Some 2018-2021 Expedition and 2020-2021 Explorer vehicles may intermittently exhibit doors unable to lock/unlock and/or difficult to open in freezing temperatures. Read More »

    WHEELS

    • TSB #22N06

      Date Announced:
      SEP 23, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10222520

      Certain 2020-2022 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Rear Axle Bolt Replacement REF : NEW VEHICLE DEMONSTRATION / DELIVERY HOLD Safety Recall 22S27 Supplement #3 Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49433

      Date Announced:
      JAN 07, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186400

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C0031, C0034, C0037, and/or C003A. Read More »

    SEATS

    • TSB #SSM 51720

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237972

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may have a concern where the second row outboard manual/power seats do not fold, exhibit excess effort to fold, or do not slide forward/backward easily. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50868

      Date Announced:
      JUN 20, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214496

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a second row folding seat that is inoperative or requires excessive effort to fold. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50817

      Date Announced:
      MAY 30, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10212961

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit inoperative third row power seat folding. This may be due to the software in the power fold seat module (SCMJ). Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2100

      Date Announced:
      MAR 21, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209207

      This article supersedes TSB 21-2185 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Corsair vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral movement and/or clunk/thump noise on turns. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50502

      Date Announced:
      FEB 17, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10208146

      Some 2017-2018 Focus/MKX/C-MAX, 2017-2019 MKC/Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ/Continental, 2017-2022 Mustang/Edge/Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility/Escape/F-150/F-Super Duty, 2018-2022 Expedition/Navigator, 2019-2022 ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2185

      Date Announced:
      JUL 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199519

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Corsair vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral movement and/or clunk/thump noise on turns. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to reinforce the cushion hook. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49891

      Date Announced:
      JUN 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198646

      Some 2021 Explorer Limited vehicles built on or before 10-Dec-2020 may exhibit an inoperative second row seat power fold function. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49438

      Date Announced:
      JAN 13, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186402

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with 3rd row power seats may exhibit inoperative 3rd row power seat folding with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1231:54 and/or B1232:54 stored in the power fold seat module (SCMJ). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49404

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184636

      Some 2021 Explorer Limited trim vehicles equipped with the 300A convenience package including 2nd row power-fold backrest and 3rd row manual folding seats may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B154D:15 and/or B11CE:15 stored in the ... Read More »

    FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    • TSB #SSM 50388

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207114

      Some 2020-2022 F-Super Duty/Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a Front Camera Fault, Lane Keeping Fault, and/or Collison Warning Not Available message with various diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the image ... Read More »

    LANE DEPARTURE: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

    • TSB #SSM 50388

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207114

      Some 2020-2022 F-Super Duty/Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a Front Camera Fault, Lane Keeping Fault, and/or Collison Warning Not Available message with various diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored in the image ... Read More »

    BACK OVER PREVENTION

    • TSB #SSM 51391

      Date Announced:
      FEB 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232484

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer vehicles with 2.3L engine may exhibit a lack of heat from the passenger side vents of the vehicle when using the climate control. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50659

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210240

      Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map ... Read More »

    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #SSM 51778

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239099

      Some 2020-2021 Escape built on/before 23-Nov-2021, 2021 F-150 built on/before 08-Oct-2021, 2021 Mustang Mach-E built on/before 29-Mar-2021, 2021 Expedition built on/before 05-Aug-2021, 2021 Explorer built on/before 27-Sep-2021 and ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51248

      Date Announced:
      DEC 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228866

      Some 2015-2020 Edge, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2020 Nautilus, 2018-2021 Expedition/Navigator, and 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair/Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power liftgate. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2254

      Date Announced:
      JUN 29, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214878

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49756

      Date Announced:
      APR 28, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10191521

      Some 2018-2021 vehicles supported by FDRS may not list a software update for a module under the SW Updates tab although an SSM or TSB is published for a software update. Read More »

    COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    • TSB #SSM 51228

      Date Announced:
      DEC 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228846

      Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematic control unit (TCU) may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, and/or modem electronic serial number (ESN) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51131

      Date Announced:
      OCT 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10224334

      Some 2020-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematic control unit (TCU) may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, and/or modem electronic serial number (ESN) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50651

      Date Announced:
      APR 05, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210941

      In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating "Feature Unavailable. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49795

      Date Announced:
      MAY 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10194413

      Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the FordPass/LincolnWay App due to an erroneous deep sleep message. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT

    • TSB #SSM 52476

      Date Announced:
      APR 24, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10254138

      All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 24-2044

      Date Announced:
      FEB 22, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10251468

      This article supersedes TSB 23-2181 to add 2024 vehicle model year. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51937

      Date Announced:
      SEP 20, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243609

      Some vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may exhibit power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2208

      Date Announced:
      JUL 13, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239474

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. This may be caused by an electromagnetic interference concern. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51720

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237972

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may have a concern where the second row outboard manual/power seats do not fold, exhibit excess effort to fold, or do not slide forward/backward easily. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51392

      Date Announced:
      FEB 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232485

      Some vehicles equipped with a 2.7L, 3.0L,3.5L or 5.0L engine may require replacement of the long block engine assembly. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51265

      Date Announced:
      DEC 20, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228881

      Some vehicles equipped with power folding mirrors may exhibit power folding mirrors that are inoperative or exhibit a clicking sound. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2485

      Date Announced:
      DEC 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228800

      Some 2020-2021 Expedition/Navigator, 2020-2022 F Super Duty/Explorer, 2021-2022 Bronco/Corsair/Escape/Bronco Sport, 2022 Maverick vehicles may exhibit the wireless charger inoperative or poor performance when using some Apple iPhone ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50739

      Date Announced:
      MAY 03, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10211724

      Some 2020-2021 Escape vehicles and 2021 F-150/Mustang Mach-E/Expedition/Explorer vehicles built on or before 22-Nov-2021 may exhibit a concern of the audio inoperative, no sound from audio speakers, chimes default to coming through the ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50659

      Date Announced:
      APR 06, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210240

      Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50651

      Date Announced:
      APR 05, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210941

      In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating "Feature Unavailable. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50639

      Date Announced:
      MAR 28, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209382

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may appear to have a low engine oil level if the proper procedures are not followed. Refer to the Owner's Manual, Maintenance, Engine oil check section. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2100

      Date Announced:
      MAR 21, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209207

      This article supersedes TSB 21-2185 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Corsair vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral movement and/or clunk/thump noise on turns. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50588

      Date Announced:
      MAR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209212

      Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50571

      Date Announced:
      MAR 09, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209028

      Some 2018-2021 Expedition and 2020-2021 Explorer vehicles may intermittently exhibit doors unable to lock/unlock and/or difficult to open in freezing temperatures. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2411

      Date Announced:
      NOV 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10203656

      This article supersedes TSB 21-2342 to update the Issue, Action, and Service Procedure. Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2254

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202698

      Some 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on or before 30-Mar-2021 and Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or before 09-Apr-2021 may exhibit a slow fuel fill and/or spit back condition during refueling. Read More »

    • TSB #21U06

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202721

      Certain 2021 Explorer Vehicles Equipped with 2.3L Engines ; Inspect Left Hand Engine Mount in some of the affected vehicles, the left hand (LH) engine mount may leak hydraulic fluid. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2293

      Date Announced:
      SEP 06, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201619

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator hybrid vehicles may exhibit a brake pedal pulsation or vibration when the brakes are applied. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50082

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201576

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an inoperative driver switchpack (windows inop, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). DTC B1088:87 may be present in the DDM. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2263

      Date Announced:
      AUG 10, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200743

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50015

      Date Announced:
      AUG 06, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10200995

      Some 2020-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are equipped with an anti-fogging feature known as enhanced windshield anti fogging strategy (EWAFS). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49914

      Date Announced:
      JUN 28, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198658

      Some 2015-2021 Edge, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2021 Nautilus, 2018-2021 Expedition/Navigator, and 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair/Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an inoperative power liftgate. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49885

      Date Announced:
      JUN 14, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198640

      Some 2019-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an intermittent audio echo/robotic voice heard during a bluetooth phone call by the person that is not in the vehicle. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49868

      Date Announced:
      JUN 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10198633

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a lack of heat from the passenger side of the vehicle when using the climate control. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49820

      Date Announced:
      MAY 24, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10194425

      Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners may experience a condition of missing Authorization, Command and Control, Battery Charging Details or Phone-as-a-Key setup buttons/selections in their FordPass or LincolnWay App. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2150

      Date Announced:
      MAY 13, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10194433

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49484

      Date Announced:
      JAN 22, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186622

      Some 2021 F-150/Transit/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor vehicles may exhibit a flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P112A stored in the powertrain control module ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49433

      Date Announced:
      JAN 07, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186400

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning lamp with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C0031, C0034, C0037, and/or C003A. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 20-2429

      Date Announced:
      DEC 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184781

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and built on or before 21-Oct-2020 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0100 stored ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49404

      Date Announced:
      DEC 16, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184636

      Some 2021 Explorer Limited trim vehicles equipped with the 300A convenience package including 2nd row power-fold backrest and 3rd row manual folding seats may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B154D:15 and/or B11CE:15 stored in the ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 20-2425

      Date Announced:
      DEC 15, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184645

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicle may exhibit a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or exhibit water in the spare tire area. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to identify the leak path. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49388

      Date Announced:
      DEC 09, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184631

      2021 F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles without a diesel engine and/or without a 10R80 MHT transmission have a new PCM-Transmission Accelerated Main Control Break In routine added to the Diagnosis and Testing ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49328

      Date Announced:
      NOV 11, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10183569

      Some 2019 MKC, 2019-2020 Edge/Nautilus/Escape/Ranger, 2020 Corsair, 2019-2021 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.0L and 2.3L EcoBoost engines may exhibit a light to moderate ticking type noise at idle (600-700 RPM). Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL

    • TSB #SSM 51628

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236339

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a condition of intermittent headlamp operation while the vehicle is OFF and have diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1533 stored in the body control module (BCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51449

      Date Announced:
      MAR 15, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233738

      Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPass??A?/LincolnWay??A? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50982

      Date Announced:
      AUG 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10217830

      Some 2018-2022 Ford/Lincoln vehicles equipped with a wireless charging pad may exhibit one of the following if the customer is using a Magsafe iPhone (iPhone 12 or 13): slow charging, inoperative, notification that the phone has been ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50959

      Date Announced:
      JUL 22, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10216544

      Some 2019-2022 Edge/Nautilus, 2018-2022 Expedition/Navigator, 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a family entertainment system may experience the audio is not synchronized with the video display when using the vehicle ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2262

      Date Announced:
      JUL 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10215589

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a lack of audio and/or a water leak in the rear liftgate area and/or water in the spare tire area. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50588

      Date Announced:
      MAR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209212

      Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50361

      Date Announced:
      DEC 17, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205488

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit poor sound quality from the left and/or right front speaker while using Bluetooth audio. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50346

      Date Announced:
      DEC 14, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205482

      Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed or DTCs U2100 and/or B156D in the ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    • TSB #TSB 24-2043

      Date Announced:
      FEB 22, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10251467

      This article supersedes TSB 23-2208 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2208

      Date Announced:
      JUL 13, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239474

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. This may be caused by an electromagnetic interference concern. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2040

      Date Announced:
      MAR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209202

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator non-hybrid vehicles may exhibit radio static and/or poor radio sound quality when moving. This may be more noticeable on AM radio stations. This may be caused by an electromagnetic interference concern. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50588

      Date Announced:
      MAR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209212

      Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    • TSB #TSB 23-2307

      Date Announced:
      OCT 05, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244707

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50588

      Date Announced:
      MAR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209212

      Some 2017-2022 Transit Connect/Transit/Explorer vehicles equipped with a fleet telematics global positioning system (GPS) and a connected human machine interface (HMI) radio (CHR) may experience concerns with rear camera zoom, wrong map ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50375

      Date Announced:
      DEC 23, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10205694

      Some 2016-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update. This may be due to an incomplete installation of the SYNC map software. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2294

      Date Announced:
      SEP 09, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201620

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT

    • TSB #SSM 51792

      Date Announced:
      JUL 14, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239483

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit poor speaker sound quality and/or tick-tock noise while activating turn signals and streaming audio over Bluetooth. Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE

    • TSB #TSB 23-2307

      Date Announced:
      OCT 05, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244707

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:WIRELESS CHARGER/CRADLE

    • TSB #TSB 22-2485

      Date Announced:
      DEC 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10228800

      Some 2020-2021 Expedition/Navigator, 2020-2022 F Super Duty/Explorer, 2021-2022 Bronco/Corsair/Escape/Bronco Sport, 2022 Maverick vehicles may exhibit the wireless charger inoperative or poor performance when using some Apple iPhone ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    • TSB #SAN-Vol1 I1

      Date Announced:
      JUN 08, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10240743

      The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51687

      Date Announced:
      JUN 07, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237786

      TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations. For any missing labor operations, claim available new model labor operations or m-time. Refer to this article on the repair order. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2342

      Date Announced:
      OCT 08, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202705

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator and 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with SYNC 3 may ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    • TSB #TSB 22-2100

      Date Announced:
      MAR 21, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209207

      This article supersedes TSB 21-2185 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator/Corsair vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral movement and/or clunk/thump noise on turns. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 21-2254

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202698

      Some 2020-2021 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on or before 30-Mar-2021 and Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or before 09-Apr-2021 may exhibit a slow fuel fill and/or spit back condition during refueling. Read More »

    • TSB #21U06

      Date Announced:
      OCT 19, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10202721

      Certain 2021 Explorer Vehicles Equipped with 2.3L Engines ; Inspect Left Hand Engine Mount in some of the affected vehicles, the left hand (LH) engine mount may leak hydraulic fluid. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50082

      Date Announced:
      SEP 02, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201576

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an inoperative driver switchpack (windows inop, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). DTC B1088:87 may be present in the DDM. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 20-2429

      Date Announced:
      DEC 24, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184781

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.3L hybrid engine and built on or before 21-Oct-2020 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0100 stored ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY:VEHICLE CONTROLS:BRAKING

    • TSB #SSM 49437

      Date Announced:
      JAN 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10186401

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or before 07-Dec-2020 may falsely store diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U0415 and/or U3000:42 in the image processing module B (IPMB). Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:AIR CONDITIONER

    • TSB #SSM 50106

      Date Announced:
      SEP 10, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10201589

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit the A/C blowing warm air with DTC P0645 present in the heating ventilation and air conditioning (HVAC) module. Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49377

      Date Announced:
      DEC 04, 2020
      NHTSA ID:
      #10184626

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine and built on or before 01-Dec-2020 may exhibit inoperative air conditioning, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp, and/or an illuminated powertrain ... Read More »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS

    • TSB #SSM 51778

      Date Announced:
      JUL 07, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239099

      Some 2020-2021 Escape built on/before 23-Nov-2021, 2021 F-150 built on/before 08-Oct-2021, 2021 Mustang Mach-E built on/before 29-Mar-2021, 2021 Expedition built on/before 05-Aug-2021, 2021 Explorer built on/before 27-Sep-2021 and ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50882

      Date Announced:
      JUN 23, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10214839

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a concern of inoperative, rattling, crackling and/or distorted sound from one or more speakers. Read More »

    UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    • TSB #SSM 52482

      Date Announced:
      APR 25, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10254141

      Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 52484

      Date Announced:
      APR 25, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10254143

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles may exhibit keyless entry keypad inoperative and/or does not illuminate when any keypad button is pressed following ignition off timeout period with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in the body control ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 52435

      Date Announced:
      APR 10, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10253684

      Some 2020-2023 Explorer vehicles may exhibit various issues with the roof rack side. If there is an issue with the roof rack side that requires replacement, a lower level service part is now available separately (7855114 and 7855115). Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2307

      Date Announced:
      OCT 05, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244707

      Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51687

      Date Announced:
      JUN 07, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237786

      TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations. For any missing labor operations, claim available new model labor operations or m-time. Refer to this article on the repair order. Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2176

      Date Announced:
      JUN 06, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237785

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.3L engine and 10R60 automatic transmission may exhibit a delayed reverse engagement. This may be due to the software in the powertrain control module (PCM). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51131

      Date Announced:
      OCT 13, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10224334

      Some 2020-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematic control unit (TCU) may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, and/or modem electronic serial number (ESN) ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50458

      Date Announced:
      FEB 02, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207895

      Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2022 Bronco Sport, and 2022 Maverick vehicles may exhibit an inoperative driver door window control switch (windows inoperative, mirror control unresponsive, etc.). Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 22-2021

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10207888

      Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit a wind/whistle type noise at highway speeds originating from the front A-pillar applique (either side or both). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 49953

      Date Announced:
      JUL 12, 2021
      NHTSA ID:
      #10199506

      Some 2021 Explorer ST and Aviator vehicles may exhibit a customer concern of undesirable powertrain sounds inside the vehicle and/or less than optimal speaker sound from the vehicle. Read More »

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