2018 Ford Mustang technical service bulletins
198 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2018 Ford Mustang.
Bulletins tell dealers how to fix known problems. A warranty extension means the manufacturer pays for that repair for longer.
- Harvest Program 25H05 – Supplement #1 Certain 2011-2021 Model Year Vehicles Software Verification Harvest...
- Customer Satisfaction Program 25N15
- Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless...
- Certain 2015-2019 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Inspection For One-Time Replacemen
- Certain 2015-2019 Model Year Multiple Vehicle Lines Rear View Camera Inspection For One-Time Replacement
- Special Field Action 25L02 Certain 2017-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2165 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- This is a proactive investigation program by Ford Motor Company to inspect a limited number of affected...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- This bulletin supersedes TSB 25-2301
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2334 to update the model years affected and part list
- This bulletin supersedes TSB 25-2126
- For 2018-2024 Edge and 2018-2025 Mustang vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the sun visor as the causal...
- This article supersedes 23-2132 to update the labor times from M-time to M-Time with a limit
- This bulletin supersedes TSB 25-2018
- At least one of the following conditions: • Harsh engagement • Delayed engagement • Harsh shift • Delayed...
- Whine noise at idle and/or while driving.
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal...
- Buck/jerk sensation that may be perceived as an engine misfire during throttle tip-in between 35-45 mph...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure
- Various vehicles equiped with 10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100/10R140 transmissions may require replacement of the...
- All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code
- Ting, pop, clunk, or click noise from the rear wheel hub when accelerating, applying brakes, or when...
- Ting, pop, clunk, or click noise from the rear wheel hub when accelerating, applying brakes, or when...
- This article supersedes TSB 24-2046 to update the Service Procedure LTIS statement
- Tick tap and/or typewriter ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change
- For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an...
- During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper,...
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2350 to update the Issue statement and the Service Procedure
- Rattle like noise coming from the front seat
- Certain 2015 – 2021 Model Year Mustang Convertible Vehicles
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2220 to update the model years affected and part list
- Some 2015-2019 F-Super Duty and 2015-2020 F-150/Mustang vehicles may require replacement of the powertrain...
- Whine noise at idle and/or while driving
- This article supersedes TSB 22-2428 and 23-2176 to update the Issue, Action and Service Procedure
- Spl Parts, Inc. communications index accompanying MCP uploads 23mc40464 & 23mc40471
- In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- SPL Parts, Inc. manufacturers and distributes aftermarket lower control arms for dedicated competition...
- The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be...
- TSB 22-2428 is missing some labor operations
- Harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2123 to update the Issue statement
- Various concerns with the active exhaust system
- Harsh engagement/harsh shift/delayed shift
- For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to
- During replacement of the electronic power assist system (EPAS) steering gear assembly on 2015-2023...
- Inability to engage third and fourth gear
- Inability to drive the vehicle in first and/or second gear
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Buck/jerk sensation that may be perceived as an engine misfire during throttle tip-in between 35-45 mph...
- Buck/jerk sensation that may be perceived as an engine misfire during throttle tip-in between 35-45 MPH...
- Various concerns with the active exhaust system
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P163E stored in the...
- Some 2017-2022 Ford/Lincoln customers may experience a notification in the...
- Loss of movement and/or difficulty shifting
- Water leak onto the front carpet that originates from the either the left or right A-pillar
- Condition of missing authorization, command and control, battery charging details or phone-as-a-key setup...
- 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2011 to update the vehicle model years affected and Service Procedure
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Harsh engagement/harsh shift/delayed shift
- Hesitation or surge in the vehicle with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) present
- Clunk/pop type noise when turning the steering wheel
- In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or...
- Certain 2015 â 2021 Model Year Mustang Convertible Vehicles Door Opens to Secondary Latch Position...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2236 to update the models and year affected
- Some 2017-2018 Focus/MKX/C-MAX, 2017-2019 MKC/Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ/Continental, 2017-2022...
- Condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2315 to increase the labor operation time allowances
- Certain 2015 â 2021 Model Year Mustang Convertible Vehicles Door Opens to Secondary Latch Position n...
- Inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Harsh engagement/harsh shift/delayed shift
- Stalling, lack of power, low fuel rail pressure and/or DTCs P0087 or P008A after a repair was made that...
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Noise when the brakes are applied
- Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle customers may receive a message in their FordPass or Lincoln Way...
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2021 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2021...
- Sagging headliner or gap where the headliner meets the upper door weatherstrip
- Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang,...
- Condition of missing Authorization, Command and Control, Battery Charging Details or Phone-as-a-Key setup...
- Inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no...
- Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the...
- Ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change
- Some 2018-2021 vehicles supported by FDRS may not list a software update for a module under the SW Updates...
- Vehicle Hotspot feature not enabled on this vehicle when attempting to enter the Hotspot menu
- For 2011-2020 F-150/Mustang vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine when installing a replacement secondary...
- Concern of the rear seat cover appearing loose or having the foam underneath the seat cover exposed
- Concern of no horizontal movement of the front power seats
- Mirror click and/or ratcheting noise when using memory functions or easy entry/exit function
- Oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app , incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F150/Focus/CMAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/ Transit Connect/Mustang,...
- This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected
- Volume control unresponsive from the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM) and steering volume controls...
- Inoperative remote start with a 'Vehicle Failed To Start' message when using MyFord Mobile/Ford...
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus,2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2020...
- Some customers may experience a notification in the FordPass and/or LincolnWay apps that indicates their...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0741 and P1744 in the...
- Ssm 48619
- On some of the affected vehicles, the gearshift lever reverse lockout feature may not function as intended...
- Ssm 48558 - 2017-2020
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Map displayed on the left half of the SYNC screen with no other information/soft buttons present after...
- Persistent message in the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app advising, Your vehicles software is being updated
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Poor A/C performance/improper climate function
- For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0420 and/or P0430
- No crank concern due to a security access key table error
- Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone...
- Hesitation or surge in the vehicle with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) present
- Some 2015-2019 Mustangs may exhibit a driveline vibration after removal and installation of the drive...
- Tires which appear to have worn treads even when the tires are new or have low miles
- Light to moderate knocking type noise at idle (600-700 RPM) that is sometimes described as a quiet diesel...
- On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be...
- Chirping type noise from the upper engine front cover area at warm or hot idle
- Poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the...
- Ssm 47948 - 2010-2019
- Ssm 47911
- Hesitation or surge in the vehicle with no diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) present
- Concern of no horizontal movement of the front power seats
- No crank concern due to a security access key table error
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Whine noise
- Buzzing noise from the front seats, front seats too warm, and/or inoperative climate controlled front seats
- Corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust
- Some 2012-2019 Vehicles may require repairs to the Smartlink system
- Inability to engage third and fourth gear
- Pop-up message every key cycle that states 'SYNC can check for updates when connected to a WiFi network'....
- Illuminated MIL with only DTC P0068 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the Service...
- Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 Edge/F150/MKC/Mustang,...
- Illuminated MIL with DTCs P0390 and/or P0394 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Follow the...
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P0420
- For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related...
- When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford...
- Exhaust Mode Selection Not Available or Drive Mode Not Available message displayed in the instrument panel...
- Android Auto Preference menu selection is not present after an update to version 3.0 software
- Some 2015-2018 Shelby GT350 and GT350R vehicles may require brake service or repairs to be performed
- "Service Tire Mobility Kit" message being displayed in the IPC, or personality settings which the customer...
- Whine noise
- Inability to drive the vehicle in first and/or second gear
- Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone...
- What appears to be an oil leak originating from the engine oil drain plug, especially at the time the...
- Various 2016-2018 vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience a touch screen that does not respond to any input
- Intermittent blue or black screen
- Some 2015-2018 Mustang GT350s may exhibit an engine oil leak that appears to be originating from the oil...
- Concern of no upshift past second gear or not achieving third gear ratio with DTCs P0757 and P2701
- "Service Tire Mobility Kit" message being displayed in the IPC, or personality settings which the customer...
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0721 in the powertrain...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or...
- Inoperative USB ports with the diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1252:13 stored in the accessory protocol...
- Various 2018 vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 automatic system updates via WI-FI are unable to...
- Excessive panel gap where the rear bumper cover meets the rear quarter panels on either side of the vehicle
- Concern of no horizontal movement of the front power seats
- Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or...
- Inability or difficulty to shift the vehicle into second gear
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- Functional concerns where USB audio playback and App Link will not operate
- Some 2018 Mustang equipped with 5.0L engines and F-150 equipped with 2.7L, 3.3L, 3.5L and 5.0L,...
- Some 2018 Mustang equipped with 5.0L engines and F-150 equipped with 2.7L, 3.3L, 3.5L and 5.0L engines may...
- Concern where USB Audio playback and App Link applications will not function properly
- 2017-2018 F-150/Raptor and 2018 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang vehicles equipped with a 10R80 automatic...
- Some 2018 Mustang convertibles may exhibit a slow/no retraction of the driver or passenger front seat belt...
- 2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use...
- Condition where the top sags on one or both sides near the rear glass due to broken tension rod clips
- Illuminated MIL with DTC P0111 stored in powertrain control module (PCM) memory
- Concern of no airflow from the climate control vents
- "Service Tire Mobility Kit" message being displayed in the IPC. Press the OK button on the steering wheel...
- Customer complaint of lack of on center feel or overall power steering feel performance
- Blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode
- No start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement
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