2020 Ford Mustang technical service bulletins
184 technical service bulletins and manufacturer communications cover the 2020 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...
- Various 2020-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system (BLIS) may...
- This bulletin supersedes TSB 26-2059
- Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless...
- Various connectivity concerns with The Ford App Lincoln App including but not limited to: missing...
- Rear View Camera Inspection For One-Time Replacement
- Certain 2015-2020 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 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
- Inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument...
- This bulletin supersedes TSB 25-2126
- Various 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a partially or fully black...
- For 2018-2024 Edge and 2018-2025 Mustang vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the sun visor as the causal...
- Certain 2018-2024 model year various vehicles — update sync software
- 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.
- Certain 2018
- Transmission fluid leak at the mating surface between the rear transmission fluid cooler tubes and...
- While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal...
- Location toggle button in the Connectivity setting menu grayed out with an inability to switch it off.
- Certain 2018
- Various FordPass/LincolnWay connectivity concerns including but not limited to: missing activation prompt...
- Programming Error
- Programming Error
- This article supersedes TSB 23-2307 to update the Service Procedure and vehicle model years affected
- Buck/jerk sensation that may be perceived as an engine misfire during throttle tip-in between 35-45 mph...
- Various vehicles equiped with 10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100/10R140 transmissions may require replacement of the...
- Lack of power and/or an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1228
- 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...
- Configuration failure when trying to program a BCM for field service action (FSA) 23C35. This may be due...
- Ting, pop, clunk, or click noise from the rear wheel hub when accelerating, applying brakes, or when...
- Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual...
- 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,...
- Inaccurate notification in the FordPass®/LincolnWay® app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode
- 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 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect,...
- 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...
- Dynamic Suspension Fault message displayed in the IPC with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B14C1:64 with no...
- Inaccurate notification in the FordPass®/LincolnWay® app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode
- 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...
- 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...
- 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...
- Various concerns with the active exhaust system
- Intermittent parking brake fault message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with diagnostic trouble...
- 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
- Erratic and harsh shifting at highway speeds and/or perceived lack of power when accelerating from a stop,...
- 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...
- Erratic and harsh shifting at highway speeds and/or reduced speed when accelerating from a stop, with a...
- 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
- Lack of power and/or an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1228
- 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...
- This article supersedes TSB 21-2342 to update the Issue, Action, and Service Procedure
- No crank/no start with no powertrain control module (PCM) communication condition if the oil level is...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect,...
- Harsh engagement/harsh shift/delayed shift
- Some 2020 Mustang GT350
- Illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0369 in the powertrain...
- Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect,...
- Stalling, lack of power, low fuel rail pressure and/or DTCs P0087 or P008A after a repair was made that...
- Transmission fluid leak caused by improperly seated or cracked transmission cooler tubes attached to the...
- Clatter noise/vibration in reverse (R) at 3-8 mph (5-13 km/h) and/or an illuminated powertrain malfunction...
- 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
- Intermittent audio echo/robotic voice heard during a bluetooth phone call by the person that is not in the...
- In some of the affected vehicles, the engine's secondary timing chain tensioner may not have been properly...
- Certain 2020 Model Year Mustang GT500/GT350 Equipped with a 5.2L Engine Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner
- 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...
- Cracking on the hood inner panel
- 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...
- Certain 2020 Model Year Mustang GT500/GT350 Equipped with a 5.2L Engine Secondary Timing Chain Tensioner...
- Transmission fluid leak caused by improperly seated transmission cooler tubes attached to the transmission...
- Concern of inoperative reverse camera and inoperative reverse lights
- Passive Anti-Theft System (PATS) parameter reset or key programming error stating General Error
- Various transmission related concerns and/or DTCs. In addition to following normal Workshop Manual (WSM)...
- Battery drain concern when the customer applies the electric parking brake after turning the ignition off
- Vehicle Hotspot feature not enabled on this vehicle when attempting to enter the Hotspot menu
- Various transmission related concerns and/or DTCs. In addition to following normal Workshop Manual (WSM)...
- Vehicle locator feature display the vehicle location incorrectly when using the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way...
- Difficulty opening or closing the hood
- 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
- Incomplete user authorization, inoperative remote features and/or a message stating the system cannot...
- Some 2019 MKZ, 2019-2020 EcoSport/Mustang/Continental/Fusion/F-150/Transit Connect/Ranger/Edge/Nautilus...
- 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
- Lack of power and/or an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P1288
- Various SYNC performance related concerns
- Malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P086A, P086B, P086C, P086D P086E,...
- Various concerns with the exhaust tailpipe actuators
- This article supersedes TSB 20-2083 to update the vehicle model years affected
- Concern of the decklid not opening when it is attempted to be open when a valid key is within range of the...
- Inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app , incomplete user authorization and/or no...
- Incomplete user authorization, no authorization pop-up on the SYNC infotainment system, vehicle...
- Some 2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may not be able to properly disable remote start...
- Concern of being unable to crank the engine
- Various front and/or rear parking aid camera concerns such as poor image quality, flickering and/or...
- Concern of being unable to shut off the engine
- 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...
- Infotainment system stating in Michigan when trying to select a point of interest using the push to talk...
- 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...
- Ssm 48660 - 2020
- Ssm 48649 - 2020
- Ssm 48651 - 2020
- High-pitched whine noise coming from the transmission at low speeds during light acceleration or coasting
- Ssm 48619
- Ssm 48618 - 2020
- Ssm 48558 - 2017-2020
- Ssm 48551 - 2020
- Ssm 48552 - 2020
- Symptom of no ability to schedule a remote start event using the FordPass or Lincolnway app
- Illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018,...
- High-pitched whine noise coming from the rear of the transmission at speeds between 30-50 km/h (18-30 MPH)...
- Some 2020 Explorer, Aviator, Ecosport, Mustang, Escape or Corsair may have a symptom of no ability to...
- U3000:62 DTC set in the PSCM. This may be accompanied by a slightly different steering feel, which will...
- Incomplete user authorization and/or no authorization pop-up received on the SYNC infotainment system
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