Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs) for the 2022 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.

    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 »

    BRAKES (PWS)

    • 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 »

    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, 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 »

    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 »

    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 51984

      Date Announced:
      OCT 12, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244833

      Some 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles with 2.3L engine built on or before 20-Jul-2023 may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator light (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module ... 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 51756

      Date Announced:
      JUN 30, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238447

      Some 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator light (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module (PCM) and an engine ... 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 #SSM 51625

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236336

      Some 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator light (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module (PCM) and an engine ... Read More »

    • TSB #23B01

      Date Announced:
      FEB 15, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232584

      Certain 2021-2022 Model Year Various Vehicle Lines Long Block Replacement Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51333

      Date Announced:
      FEB 01, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10232394

      Some 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an intermittent check engine light on with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module (PCM) and an engine ... 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 51074

      Date Announced:
      SEP 12, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10219657

      Some 2022 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility and 2022-2023 Aviator vehicles built on or before 19-Aug-2022 and equipped with 3. 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 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 #TSB 22-2135

      Date Announced:
      APR 20, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210468

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine and built on 25-Jan-2022 and through 10-Mar-2022 may exhibit a buzz/vibration/rattle noise at engine idle or low revolutions per minute (RPM) underneath the vehicle ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50670

      Date Announced:
      APR 11, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210243

      Some 2021-2022 Ranger/Bronco vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine built on or after 14-Dec-2021 and 2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2. 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 #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 »

    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 22-2135

      Date Announced:
      APR 20, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210468

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine and built on 25-Jan-2022 and through 10-Mar-2022 may exhibit a buzz/vibration/rattle noise at engine idle or low revolutions per minute (RPM) underneath the vehicle ... 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 »

    POWER TRAIN

    • 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 #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 #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 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 23-2138

      Date Announced:
      MAY 16, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236574

      Some 2022 Aviator/Bronco/Expedition/Explorer/F-150/Mustang/Navigator/Ranger/Transit vehicles built on or before 31-Jul-2022 equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT automatic transmission may exhibit a fluid leak from the selector shaft seal. 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 #TSB 22-2411

      Date Announced:
      MAR 03, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233579

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator/Bronco vehicles built on or before 9-Aug-2022 and equipped with a 10R60 automatic transmission may exhibit a harsh 7-6 gear downshift. 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 #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 50670

      Date Announced:
      APR 11, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210243

      Some 2021-2022 Ranger/Bronco vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine built on or after 14-Dec-2021 and 2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2. 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 #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 »

    HYBRID PROPULSION SYSTEM

    • TSB #TSB 23-2187

      Date Announced:
      JUL 18, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239631

      Some 2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3L full hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) engine and built on 12-Jul-2022 and through 31-Oct-2022 may exhibit a coolant leak at the high voltage (HV) battery coolant cooler outlet hose. 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 »

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

    • TSB #SSM 51984

      Date Announced:
      OCT 12, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10244833

      Some 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles with 2.3L engine built on or before 20-Jul-2023 may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator light (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module ... 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 51756

      Date Announced:
      JUN 30, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10238447

      Some 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit an intermittent malfunction indicator light (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1026 and/or P1299 present in the powertrain control module (PCM) and an engine ... 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 »

    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 »

    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 51927

      Date Announced:
      SEP 15, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243539

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent passenger seat massage function with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). 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 23-2187

      Date Announced:
      JUL 18, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10239631

      Some 2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.3L full hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) engine and built on 12-Jul-2022 and through 31-Oct-2022 may exhibit a coolant leak at the high voltage (HV) battery coolant cooler outlet hose. 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 #22G01 S1

      Date Announced:
      APR 25, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235325

      Certain 2022 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Rear Climate Control Module Retrofit REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT Program Terms: Removal of mileage limit. Affected Vehicles: Added US population of affected vehicles. 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 50704

      Date Announced:
      APR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210423

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent passenger seat massage function with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50670

      Date Announced:
      APR 11, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210243

      Some 2021-2022 Ranger/Bronco vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine built on or after 14-Dec-2021 and 2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2. 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 »

    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 52333

      Date Announced:
      MAR 06, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10251950

      Many body control module C (BCMC) warranty return parts are coming back with no trouble found. To verify that the BCMC is at fault prior to replacing, perform the following. 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 #SSM 51721

      Date Announced:
      JUN 16, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10237973

      Some 2022 Edge vehicles built on and after 16-Nov-2022 and 2022 Explorer vehicles built on and after 20-Sep-2022 may exhibit a brief illumination of the malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) when the vehicle is shifted into park (P) with ... 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 »

    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 »

    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 #22G01 S2

      Date Announced:
      NOV 08, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10246069

      Certain 2022 Model Year Explorer Vehicles - Rear Climate Control Module Retrofit Read More »

    • 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 »

    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 »

    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 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:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE

    • TSB #SSM 52269

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10250526

      2022-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or after 28-May-2022, 2022-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or after 08-Jun-2022, 2022-2024 Escape vehicles built on or after 01-Jun-2022 and 2022 Corsair vehicles built on or after ... Read More »

    • 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 »

    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 »

    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 50770

      Date Announced:
      MAY 11, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10211904

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent passenger seat massage function with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 50704

      Date Announced:
      APR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210423

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent passenger seat massage function with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). 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 50591

      Date Announced:
      MAR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209215

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent passenger seat massage function with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). 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 »

    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 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 51935

      Date Announced:
      SEP 19, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243603

      Some 2022 Edge vehicles built on and after 16-Nov-2022, 2022 Explorer vehicles built on and after 20-Sep-2022, 2023 Edge vehicles built on and before 24-Mar-2023, and 2023 Explorer vehicles built on and before 06-Mar-2023 may exhibit a ... 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 »

    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 »

    EQUIPMENT

    • 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 52269

      Date Announced:
      FEB 16, 2024
      NHTSA ID:
      #10250526

      2022-2024 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or after 28-May-2022, 2022-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or after 08-Jun-2022, 2022-2024 Escape vehicles built on or after 01-Jun-2022 and 2022 Corsair vehicles built on or after ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2301

      Date Announced:
      SEP 28, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10243476

      Some 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles built on or before 01-Jun-2023 may exhibit a buzz/vibration/rattle from the center left of the IP during tip-in when the vehicle is up to operating temperature. 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 51622

      Date Announced:
      MAY 10, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10236335

      2022-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles built on or after 28-May-2022, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on or after 08-Jun-2022 and 2022 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on or after 01-Jun-2022 are no longer equipped with a hands ... Read More »

    • TSB #SSM 51564

      Date Announced:
      APR 20, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10235079

      2022-2023 Police Interceptor Utility (gas engine) and all 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles built on or after 14-Jul-2022, 2022-2023 Police Interceptor Utility (hybrid) vehicles built on or after 17-Aug-2022, 2023 Aviator (gas engine) vehicles ... Read More »

    • TSB #TSB 23-2079

      Date Announced:
      MAR 14, 2023
      NHTSA ID:
      #10233591

      Some 2022-2023 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a buzz/vibration/rattle from the center left of the IP during tip-in when the vehicle is up to operating temperature. This may be due to heater tube movement against the tube bracket. 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 50704

      Date Announced:
      APR 15, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10210423

      Some 2022 Explorer/Aviator vehicles may exhibit an intermittent passenger seat massage function with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs). 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 »

    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 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 »

    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 »

    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 #SSM 50566

      Date Announced:
      MAR 08, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209030

      Some 2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may need to perform A/C leak detection diagnostics. The 2022 Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 412-00 for A/C leak detection diagnosis is incomplete and is in the process of being updated. 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 »

    EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS

    • 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 #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 #22G01

      Date Announced:
      NOV 22, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10226955

      Certain 2022 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Rear Climate Control Module Retrofit In all of the affected vehicles, a global supply shortage of semiconductor chips caused unavailability of the rear heating, ventilation and air conditioning ... 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 50566

      Date Announced:
      MAR 08, 2022
      NHTSA ID:
      #10209030

      Some 2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may need to perform A/C leak detection diagnostics. The 2022 Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 412-00 for A/C leak detection diagnosis is incomplete and is in the process of being updated. 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 »