Some 2025-2026 Escape/Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L EcoBoost engine may require replacement...
Ford technical service bulletin SSM 54540 for 2025-2026 Ford Escape and 2025-2026 Ford Bronco Sport.
- Bulletin number
- SSM 54540
- Component
- Engine
- Summary
- Some 2025-2026 Escape/Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L EcoBoost engine may require replacement of the engine thermostat due to various concerns. Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-03A Engine Cooling > Thermostat Housing > Removal and Installation has been updated with a revised service procedure eliminating the need to remove the generator assembly to gain access to the thermostat housing.
Owners of these vehicles have filed 23 complaints in the engine category.
Vehicles covered
- Ford Escape 2025-2026 20252026
- Ford Bronco Sport 2025-2026 20252026
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