2025 Ford Explorer technical service bulletins
195 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2025 Ford Explorer.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Quality improvemenrs include: -Software update to improve responsiveness of the door control system after...
- 26S21 Recall remedy Infotainment system update to prevent rearview camera image interruptions
- "Steering Fault Service Required" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with diagnostic trouble...
- One of the front power windows stuck down or inoperative with a window regulator cable that has come off...
- 2025-2027
- Concerns with the auto folding mirror functionality not matching the status selected by the switch in the...
- Quality improvements include: -Power Steering Control Module update to prepare for future vehicle enhancements
- Some 2020-2026 Aviator/Explorer/F-150/Bronco/Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L (non-diesel)...
- Android Auto connection or general Bluetooth pairing concerns for both Android and IOS after an APIM...
- A Cloud Assisted Diagnostic based on connected vehicle information is available for this VIN. The presence...
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U211B:43:48 stored in the body control module (BCM) when performing a Self-Test
- "Steering Assist Fault Service Required" message and diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) C1110:56 and/or...
- Quality improvements include
- Quality improvements include: -Rear Gate latch calibration update to permit unlatching via the release...
- Some of the following vehicles: 2025-2026 Expedition/Navigator built on or after 02-Feb-2025 2025-2026...
- Some of the following vehicles: 2023-2025 F-Super Duty built on or before 02-Feb-2025 2024-2026...
- For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion...
- Quality improvements include: -Power Steering Control Module update to prepare the vehicle for a future...
- Quality improvements include: -Android system update
- Sunshield with localized bunching or binding/inoperative
- Uneven gap at the front edge of the roof opening panel shield when fully closed
- Illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0A1E stored in...
- This bulletin supersedes 25-2415
- Quality improvements include
- Various symptoms including but not limited to the auto start/stop system not operating as intended with a...
- Quality improvements include
- New vehicle delivery hold
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300 and/or P0316...
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2150
- Customer Satisfaction Program 26B14 Certain 2025 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Missing Google Automotive...
- Various drivability symptoms including a rough idle or hesitation shortly after refueling
- Chirp sound instead of a horn honk when locking or remote starting the vehicle
- For 20202026 vehicles equipped with the 10R60 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test...
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2112
- No crank/no start/discharged battery condition with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) B144D:29, B144E:29,...
- All of the following conditions: Engine misfire condition Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL)...
- 2020-2026
- This bulletin supersedes 25-2213
- Concerns with the passenger mirror not automatically folding in or out at times, while the driver side...
- Some 2020-2026 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility/Aviator vehicles may require replacement of the front...
- Rattle/clunk/knock noise from the front suspension at low speeds between 830 mph (1348 km/h) over...
- This bulletin supersedes 25-2621
- Intermittent inoperative remote start feature using either the key fobs or the Ford/Lincoln App. This may...
- Quality improvements include: -Prevents window bounce backs after using the one touch up feature
- Certain 2025 Bronco/Ranger and 2025-2026 Explorer/Aviator 4-wheel drive vehicles equipped with a 10R60...
- Illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0A1E stored in...
- Inoperative dark car mode
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0335 stored in the...
- Quality improvements include: -Updates the Restraint Control Module to prevent a potential internal fault...
- "Refuel Error See Manual" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) after installing a replacement...
- This bulletin supersedes 26-2100
- Illuminated malfunction indicator (MIL) lamp with engine over-temperature warning in the message center...
- Quality improvements include: -Enhanced audio performance
- 2025-2026
- 2021-2026
- This TSB supersedes TSB 26-2035
- For 20212026 vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test...
- Various 2020-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system (BLIS) may...
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2372 to update the vehicle symptoms.
- For 2021-2026 vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak...
- This bulletin supersedes TSB 26-2059
- Concern of inoperative, rattling, crackling and/or distorted sound from one or more speakers (but not all...
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2477 to update the Labor Operation Descriptions
- Some 2020-2024 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine and 2020-2026 Explorer/Police Interceptor...
- This bulletin supersedes TSB 25-2423
- Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless...
- Quality improvements include: -Enhanced dynamic bending lights performance "
- For 20172026 vehicles equipped with a 10R transmission, a revision to the Road Testing Vehicle procedure...
- Extended crank condition, strong fuel smell in the engine oil, high engine oil level and/or may have...
- Concerns with the auto folding mirror functionality not matching the status selected by the switch in the...
- Blank/white Google map screen, inoperative live traffic data, inoperative voice assistant, the inability...
- Media bin that will not open consistently
- No crank/no start condition where the customer cannot start their vehicle
- Quality improvements include: -Enables the Open on Approach feature on the vehicle"
- All 2024-2025 Nautilus and 2025 Explorer/Aviator/Expedition/Navigator vehicles will have the Alexa...
- This TSB supersedes TSB 25-2350 to update the Service Procedure, vehicles affected, and parts list
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0335 stored in the...
- Concern where during an inbound phone call using CarPlay®, the person in the vehicle cannot be heard
- 2020-2026
- Blank screen for Google Maps or the absence of live traffic data
- Quality improvements include: -Prevents instances where the Ford App commands may be inoperative following...
- Quality improvements include: -Android Auto enhancements -Android security updates"
- Quality improvements include: -Addresses a loss of connectivity caused by a Cellular Service outage"
- Steering column shrouds that are misaligned or pushed out
- Customer Satisfaction Program 25N19 Certain 2024-2026 Model Year Corsair and Certain 2025-2026 Model Year...
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C1110:56 and/or U3000:96 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM)...
- Quality improvements include: -Enhanced FordPass connectivity"
- Inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument...
- Customer Satisfaction Program 25B52 Certain 2025 Model Year Explorer and Aviator Missing Audio Tile –...
- Quality improvements include: -Addresses a false positive Diagnostic Trouble Code due to high sensitivity...
- At least one of the following conditions: Poor speaker sound quality (static, pop, crackle) while using...
- Some 2025 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require various repairs and/or...
- 2020-2025 my
- Condition where the instrument panel cluster (IPC) displays an unexpected Watch the Road warning while...
- At least one of the following conditions
- "Front Camera Fault Service Required" message appearing in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with...
- "Map Source Not Available" message on the instrument panel cluster display (IPC) when using Google Maps...
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2283 to add production cutoff dates
- Inoperative passenger front and/or rear window switch
- Harvest Program 25H03 Certain 2024
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2361 to update the Service Procedure
- Certain 2024
- Various 2021-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with the rear camera on demand feature may exhibit...
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2294 to update the vehicle lines affected
- Quality improvements include: -Introduces In-Vehicle Voice Feedback in Phoenix screen."
- Oil consumption and blue smoke from the tailpipe
- Unsuccessful telematics control unit module (TCU) software update or software activation during a...
- Poor solder joint internally, causing a Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) to set against the sensor for an...
- All of the following conditions: "Steering Assist Fault Service Required" message displayed in the...
- Some 2024-2025 Nautilus, 2025 Explorer/Aviator/Expedition/Navigator vehicles may occasionally require a...
- Inoperative passenger front and/or rear window
- Some 2025 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger...
- Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1A01:01, B1A02:01, B1A03:01, B1A04:01, B1A05:01 and/or B1A06:01 in the...
- Perceived improper functioning fog lamp(s). Customers may describe fog lamps blinking, turning on or off,...
- Driver assistance feature warning messages displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). Additionally,...
- Software Update: Quality improvements include: -Includes a recovery mechanism for memory data in the...
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2157 to add a customer symptom
- Engine misfire condition with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0301, P0302, P0303 and/or P0304 set in the...
- Some 2021-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2021-2025 Bronco/Bronco...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2450:00 stored in the...
- Quality improvements include: -Robustness action to ensure Diagnostic Trouble Codes are being set correctly
- 2025 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility non-hybrid vehicles built on or after 05-Mar-2025 and 2025...
- Some 2024-2025 Nautilus, 2025 Explorer/Aviator/Expedition/Navigator vehicles may occasionally require a...
- Driver assistance feature warning messages displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). Additionally,...
- Driver assistance feature warning messages displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC).
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2121 to update the affected production build dates
- Some 2020 Continental, 2020-2024 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2025 Explorer/Aviator/Escape/Corsair/F-150/F-Super...
- After replacement of any TRON module, the gateway module (GWM) and the TRON capable modules can set...
- Quality improvements include: -Addresses a potential false coolant head temperature DTC that triggers an...
- Certain 2025 Model Year Police Interceptor Explorer Vehicles Loss of Window Initialization – One-Touch Up...
- At least one of the following conditions: Inbound call cannot be heard Wireless charger icon inaccurate...
- Quality improvements include: -Addresses a potential false coolant head temperature DTC that triggers an...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2450:00 stored in the...
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTCs) U2100 and/or U3002 stored in the cruise control module (CCM), side obstacle...
- Rattle/clunk/knock noise from the front suspension at low speeds between 8-30 mph (13-48 km/h) over bumpy...
- Click/pop noise while turning the steering wheel from straight ahead to full lock during low speed turning...
- No crank/no start and/or engine shuts off when placed into gear.
- Some 2020-2025 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 3.0L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the...
- Driver power door lock and auto start stop system inoperative with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P166B in...
- Certain 2025 Model Year Aviator and Explorer Vehicles Equipped With a 2.3L or 3.0L GTDI Engine Powertrain...
- Quality improvements include: -Robustness action to improve connectivity and location dependent features.
- Incorrectly illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P008A and/or...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2384 to update the vehicle lines and model years affected.
- No crank/no start and/or engine shuts off when placed into gear.
- Some 2023-2025 Ford vehicles were not produced with a factory wired keyless entry keypad.
- Quality improvements include: -Enhanced connectivity experience -Enhanced software update performance...
- Certain 2024 Model Year F-150, Mustang, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Super Duty, and 2025 Model Year...
- Certain 2025 Model Year Explorer vehicles Gear Shift Module Update
- Concern where it would require gateway module (GWM) replacement.
- Quality improvements include: -Addresses a false DTC caused by a software bug -Robustness action to reduce...
- Some 2025 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost and 2025 Bronco Sport/Maverick vehicles equipped...
- Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1A01:01, B1A02:01, B1A03:01, B1A04:01, B1A05:01 and/or B1A06:01 in the...
- Quality improvements include: -Robustness action to improve connectivity and location dependent features."
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P219A (Bank 1 Air-Fuel...
- Whine noise at idle and/or while driving.
- Some 2025 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger...
- Engine oil leak from the crankshaft rear seal with retaining plate.
- Concern where during an inbound phone call the person in the vehicle cannot be heard.
- Engine misfire condition with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0301, P0302, P0303 and/or P0304 set in the...
- Inoperative steering wheel switches located on both sides of the steering wheel.
- Engine over-temperature warning displayed in the IPC and an illuminated MIL with DTC P1299 along with...
- Powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0929:77 stored in the gear...
- Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1A01:01, B1A02:01, B1A03:01, B1A04:01, B1A05:01 and/or B1A06:01 in the...
- Engine oil leak from the crankshaft rear seal with retaining plate.
- Inoperative second row single seat easy entry seat fold switch.
- Illuminated MIL and/or powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator
- Condition where the passive key will not program to the vehicles
- One passive key that is unable to start the vehicle or activate the passive entry feature; however, all...
- Diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) B1A01:01, B1A02:01, B1A03:01, B1A04:01, B1A05:01 and/or B1A06:01 in the...
- Multiple warning messages, various driveability concerns and/or an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp...
- In some of the affected vehicles, the ABS Electronic Brake Booster may keep the electronic communication...
- Been ordered with a DIO Securicode® RKE wired keypad that requires installation and enabling by the dealer...
- Failure to communicate with state emissions testing equipment due to equipment that has not been updated...
- 2025 Police Interceptor Utility
- 2025 Explorer/Aviator
- 2024 Nautilus, 2025 Explorer/Aviator
- 2025 Explorer/Aviator Built On Or Before 14-Jun-2024, 2024 Nautilus
- Illuminated malfunction indicator (MIL) lamp with engine over-temperature warning in the message center...
- 2025 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with Vapor Blue (Explorer)/Whisper Blue Metallic (Aviator)...
- 2025 Explorer vehicles equipped with Vapor Blue exterior paint are equipped with a Titanium engine...
- Concern where the second row outboard manual/power seats do not fold, exhibit excess effort to fold, or do...
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U211B:87 in the headlamp control module (HCM) when a diagnostic self-test is...
- Symptom where the vehicle's right (passenger) exterior mirror does not come out of the folded position...
- Flashing powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator while in transport mode with diagnostic trouble code...
- Symptom where the vehicle's right (passenger) exterior mirror does not come out of the folded position...
- 2025 Explorer vehicles will exhibit inoperative rear windows when the vehicle is in the delayed accessory...
- Diagnostic trouble code (DTCs) B1A01:01, B1A02:01, B1A03:01, B1A04:01, B1A05:01 and/or B1A06:01 in the...
- Various vehicles equiped with 10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100/10R140 transmissions may require replacement of the...
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