2023 Ford Bronco technical service bulletins
217 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2023 Ford Bronco.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- 25S75 Recall remedy -Powertrain Control Module update to introduce logic to prevent low pressure fuel pump...
- Water leaking between the back glass and hard top
- No 3rd gear engagement and/or a grinding noise going into 3rd and/or 4th gear
- Special Field Action 26L03 Certain 2013-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles...
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2297
- Illuminated red brake warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0049:01 stored in the...
- Some 2020-2026 Aviator/Explorer/F-150/Bronco/Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L (non-diesel)...
- Quality improvements include: -Enhanced Android Auto and Car Play connectivity
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2575 to update the Parts list to add the applicable body wiring harnesses...
- Quality improvements include: -Addresses a bug that may
- Quality improvements include: -ePrivacy enhancements
- For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion...
- Some 2021-2026 Bronco vehicles may require the removal and installation of the transfer case for various...
- Various symptoms including but not limited to the auto start/stop system not operating as intended with a...
- "Updating SYNC" message on the vehicle center display screen after an over the air (OTA) update
- "Park Brake Limited Function Service Required" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). This may be...
- New vehicle delivery hold
- This article supersedes 25-2551
- Blank center display screen or black center display after welcome animation
- Condition where short drop windows, window bounce-back, and/or one-touch close does not operate properly
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2006
- Quality improvements include
- For 20202026 vehicles equipped with the 10R60 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test...
- Quality improvements include
- 2020-2026
- Rotational scraping noise while the transmission is in neutral, 1st and/or 2nd gear with the clutch pedal...
- Certain 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco, 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco Sport, 2020-2022 Model Year Corsair and...
- 25S49 Recall Remedy: -Infotainment software update to address frozen screens
- Some 2021-2025 Bronco vehicles built on or before 09-Sep-2025 may require replacement of the ambient air...
- Some vehicles listed in the model statement above may require the replacement of the ambient air...
- 26S09 Recall Remedy -Update to enable rearview camera image to display when in reverse after infotainment...
- Various 2020-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system (BLIS) may...
- Advance Notice – Customer Satisfaction Program 25N17 Certain 2015-2025 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines...
- 25S49 Recall Remedy: -Infotainment software update to address frozen screens"
- Charging system lamp that illuminates intermittently, and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B11DB:08 in the...
- Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless...
- For 20172026 vehicles equipped with a 10R transmission, a revision to the Road Testing Vehicle procedure...
- Quality Improvements Include
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2408 to update the parts list
- This article supersedes 24-2387 to update the Parts List, Service Procedure enhancements, and labor...
- Illuminated red brake warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0049:01 stored in the...
- Special Field Action 25L02 Certain 2017-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2104 to update the vehicle model years affected
- Paint wearing along on the top inner edge of the tailgate where the rear window weather strip contacts the...
- Illuminated red brake warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C0049:01 stored in the...
- Inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument...
- Some 2021-2023 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine, 2021-2023 Aviator vehicles equipped...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2269 to add 2025 model year vehicles
- S+A42:H67me of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit the hard top center panel's...
- Air register that is broken or loose
- Quality improvements include: -On-Board Diagnostics calibration for an enhanced Intake air temperature...
- Unsuccessful telematics control unit module (TCU) software update or software activation during a...
- Some 2021-2025 Bronco and 2024-2025 Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L/3.0L EcoBoost engine may require...
- Some 2021-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2021-2025 Bronco/Bronco...
- Rattle from the front windows with the windows placed in the partially down position and driving over...
- Water leak from the A-pillar, overhead console/upfitter switches and/or sun visors
- Some 2021-2025 Ford/ Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC4 may not be able to perform an update to the...
- Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301, P0302, P0303, and P0304 and may be accompanied by a...
- Harsh or delayed engagement/shift concerns
- Water leak from the a-pillar, overhead console/upfitter switches and/or sun visors
- Repeat loss of window initialization which results in a loss of short drop and/or one-touch up and...
- Some 2020 Continental, 2020-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2025 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair/F-150/F-Super...
- Paint wearing along on the top inner edge of the tailgate where the rear window weather strip contacts the...
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2077 to update the model years affected
- Drivers of some 2020-2025 Escape, 2021-2025 Bronco Sport and 2022-2025 Maverick vehicles may report the...
- DTCs B142E:78, B1432:78, and/or B1433:54 diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) in the CCM. This may be due to...
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2055 to update the labor time description.
- Is article supersedes TSB 24-2265 to update the labor times associated with the Service Procedure from...
- At least one of the following conditions: General system performance/stability/intermittent system reboot...
- Whine noise at idle and/or while driving.
- Engine oil leak from the crankshaft rear seal with retaining plate.
- Opposite turn signal direction flashing briefly once a turn is completed.
- Rattle from right loadspace trim panel at high audio system volumes.
- Loud front end clink/clunk noise that leads to the identification of a cracked or broken front...
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P0456 stored in the PCM.
- Various vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or a 3.0L gas engine may require a crankshaft bolt replacement...
- Illuminated MIL with ignition system DTCs P0352, P0353, P0354, P0355, P2303, P2306, P2309, P2312, P2304,...
- Quality improvements: -Enhances vehicle's center screen stability -Latest security enhancements
- One or more of the following symptoms after all currently available accessory protocol interface module...
- Engine oil leak from the crankshaft rear seal with retaining plate.
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal...
- Quality Improvements
- Snow or sand accumulation on the vehicles’ interior during a strong storm with high winds
- Loss of driver's door switch pack control along with any of the following symptoms: inability to open or...
- Quality improvements include: -Robustness action to reduce the false window bounce back occurrences.
- Overhead console sunglass bin cannot be locked in a closed position.
- Quality improvements include: -Robustness action to enhance the Connectivity, Networking and Cellular Data...
- Some 2021-2024 Bronco may exhibit the upper rail front trim panel with an excessive gap
- 20212024 Bronco, 2024 Ranger
- Quality Improvement include: -Update to Enhanced Central Gateway (ECG) module software to prevent battery...
- This article supersedes 24-2186 to update the model years affected
- Rattle from the front windows with the windows placed in the partially down position and driving over...
- Quality Improvements include
- Ticking/tapping or rattle type noise from the top front cover area of the engine on initial start-up after...
- "Check Charging System" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) while the charging system is fully...
- Pop sound originating from the vehicle's speakers when the door(s) are opened to enter the vehicle
- Quality improvements include
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC)s P0096 and/or P007B stored...
- Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may require servicing of the interior door handle lock cable mounting...
- Some 2021-2024 F-150/Bronco and 2023-2024 Escape/F-Super Duty vehicles built with SYNC 4 require a...
- This article supersedes 24-2080 to add 2024 model year vehicles
- One or more of the following symptoms after all currently available accessory protocol interface module...
- Snow or sand accumulation on the vehicles interior during a strong storm with high winds
- 'Quality improvements include: -Fix the vehicle battery drain issue due to the Key-Off Load caused by the...
- All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P25B4, P25B6, and/or P0299 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This...
- Repeat loss of window initialization which results in a loss of short drop and/or one-touch up and...
- Intermittent no crank/no start/discharged battery due to the presence of a parasitic battery drain
- Ticking/tapping or rattle type noise from the top front cover area of the engine on initial start-up after...
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2400 to update the parts list
- Quality improvements include: -Fix the infrequent random audio noises issue and improve the audio quality...
- Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual...
- Ilumintated MIL with DTC P0456 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the...
- This article supersedes 23-2024 to update parts list to include rivets
- 2021-2023
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2101 stored in accessory protocol interface module (APIM) and/or telematics...
- Concern where customers are receiving an error message when trying to enroll in connected services
- Some 2022-2024 Broncos Raptors built on and before 13-Feb-2024 and 2021-2024 Broncos equipped with a 2.3L...
- Many body control module C (BCMC) warranty return parts are coming back with no trouble found
- For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an...
- Concern during accessory protocol interface module (APIM) programming where the vehicle's center display...
- During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper,...
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2019 to update the model years affected, add an additional labor operation,...
- Fluid leak from the front drive axle pinion seal
- Certain 2023 Model Year F-150 and Bronco Vehicles
- Software Update 24-PU0102-SVD-FX for 2023 MY BRONCO vehicles is now available
- Paint damage on the rear quarter panel due to contact with the soft top rear window
- Parasitic battery draw
- Water entry into the rear trunk
- Intermittent loss of audio from certain speakers
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2213 to revise Figure 1, add 2024 vehicles and the part list
- Condition of the vehicle being stuck in neutral tow mode
- Rattle from the front windows with the windows placed in the partially down position and driving over...
- Concern during SYNC module (APIM) programming where the vehicle's center display screen indicates: USB Error
- This article supersedes 23-2105 to update the vehicle model years affected and customer symptoms
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2219 to update the Parts List
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2086 to update the parts list
- Software Update SU6 P2 for PU1103-NAT-VCE for 2023 MY Bronco vehicles is now available
- Software Update PU0813-DOR-UP2 for 2023 BRONCO vehicles is now available
- Software Update SU6 P1 for 2023 BRONCO vehicles is now available
- Navigation feature in the center display screen only displaying imperial (feet and miles) units and not...
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with...
- Condition of the vehicle being stuck in neutral tow mode
- Certain 2021-2023 Model Year Bronco Vehicles
- Customer Satisfaction Program 23B42 Certain 2023 Model Year Explorer, Bronco, Ranger Vehicles Equipped...
- DTC P1674 in the GWM after an OTA update
- Software Update SU4 P4 for 2022-2023 Bronco is now available
- Whistle noise from the right side A-pillar area
- Charging system lamp that illuminates briefly and/or intermittently, and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC)...
- Harvest Program 23H05 Certain 2022 Model Year Navigator and 2022-2023 Model Year Mach-E, F150 Lightning,...
- Illuminated MIL with DTCs P0096 and/or P007B in the powertrain control module (PCM), which may be more...
- Whine noise at idle and/or while driving
- 2023 Bronco vehicles built on or before 11-Jul-2023 and equipped with a 6-speaker sound system includes a...
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2006 to update the vehicle model years affected
- No 3rd gear engagement and/or a grinding noise going into 3rd and/or 4th gear
- Some 2023 Bronco vehicles built on or after 12-Jul-2023 have new software for the driver door module (DDM)...
- Pop sound originating from the vehicle's speakers when the door(s) are opened
- During replacement of the electronic front stabilizer bar disconnect assembly on 2021-2023 Bronco...
- This article supersedes TSB 22-2428 and 23-2176 to update the Issue, Action and Service Procedure
- Software Update 4 P3 for 2021-2023 Bronco Vehicles is now available
- Rear quarter window(s) that do not stay attached to the rear window after driving the vehicle or using the...
- In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- Headliner falling down, becoming detached or separating from the hard top rear cap
- Rattle from right loadspace trim panel at high audio system volumes
- Certain 2023 Model Year Bronco Vehicles Front and Rear Engine Under shields Replacement
- Due to a supplier chip-shortage, 2023 Bronco vehicles built on or before 11-Jul-2023 and equipped with a...
- Intermittent illuminated hood ajar indicator on the instrument panel cluster and/or a false alarm...
- Whistle noise below the lower left windshield area at the bottom of the A-pillar
- Navigation feature in the center display screen only displaying imperial units and not being able to...
- Loss of coolant with coolant in the oil
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P051B stored in the...
- HVAC switching out of recirculation without input
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P051B stored in the...
- Rotational scraping noise while the transmission is in neutral, 1st or 2nd gear with the clutch pedal...
- Rattle from the front windows with the windows placed in the partially down position and driving over...
- Interior rear trim covers (service base 7831289/7831288) that do not sit flush when the soft top roof is...
- The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be...
- TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations
- Whine noise during coast down from 25 mph (40 km/h). Vehicles built on 6-Feb-2023 and through 1-Mar-2023...
- Inaccurate AAT reading with DTC P0072 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). The Workshop Manual...
- Warning message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) that there is a trailer connected to the...
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift
- Upper engine thump/knock noise coming from the left cylinder head
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0230 stored in the...
- 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles with 2.7L, 3.3L, 3.5L EcoBoost or 5.0L engines, 2020-2022 Transit vehicles with...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P04DB stored in the...
- Ticking/tapping or rattle type noise from the top front cover area of the engine on initial start-up after...
- Intermittent illuminated hood ajar indicator on the instrument panel cluster and/or a false alarm...
- For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B15F1:15 code stored in memory of the passenger door module (PDM). This code...
- Priority Update 22-PU0301-ESC-NT for 2022-2023 Bronc vehicles is now available
- Inoperative FordPass application, inoperative remote start and/or inoperative remote lock and unlock that...
- Broken tension bow guide support (service base part numbers 7851532/7851533)
- Software Update 4 P2 for 2023 Model Year Bronco vehicles is now available
- Inoperative remote start and/or remote lock and unlock through FordPass
- Due to a supplier chip-shortage, 2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 6-speaker sound system come with a...
- Inoperative remote start and/or remote lock and unlock through FordPass
- Customers who neutral (4-wheel flat) tow a 2021-2022 Bronco equipped with a 2.7L engine or a 2022-2023...
- Allowed the main oil galley to exceed specification, resulting in an insufficient seal of the main oil...
- Some 2023 F-150/Bronco customers may experience inoperative remote start and/or remote lock and unlock...
- Creak/pop type noise when any of the side doors are opened and closed
- 2021-2023
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P04DB stored in the...
- Allowed the dimension of one of the head bolt bore holes to exceed specification, reducing head bolt...
- Snow or sand accumulation on the vehicles interior during a strong storm with high winds
- 2021-2022 F-150 vehicles with 2.7L, 3.3L, 3.5L EcoBoost or 5.0L engines, 2020-2022 Transit vehicles with...
- Headliner that is detaching from the soft top material
- Strut that has detached from the soft top frame
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Noises coming from the brake pedal while applying and/or releasing the brake pedal or while the vehicle is...
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