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August 11, 2025 Service bulletin

Some 2025 Expedition vehicles may require replacement of the rear license plate bulb

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 54127 for 2025 Ford Expedition.

Bulletin number
SSM 54127
Component
Structure: body
Summary
Some 2025 Expedition vehicles may require replacement of the rear license plate bulb. During any service in this area such as lamp or bulb replacement, it may be difficult to remove the bulb from its socket. To aid in removal, wrap the rear license plate bulb with a broad piece of strong adhesive tape. Leave extra tape hanging to the side of the bulb to provide more areas to grasp, then carefully separate the bulb from its socket.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 2 complaints in the body category.

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