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March 30, 2026 Service bulletin

"Refuel Error See Manual" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) after installing a replacement...

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 54702 for 2024 Ford Explorer, 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator and 2020-2023 Ford Explorer Police Intercept.

Bulletin number
SSM 54702
Component
Electrical system
Summary
Some 2020-2023 Aviator and 2020-2024 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility hybrid vehicles may exhibit a "Refuel Error See Manual" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) after installing a replacement fuel filler door assembly (7827936). This may be due to a concern with the replacement fuel filler door assembly. This condition does not affect vehicle durability and no additional diagnosis or service is required for this condition at this time.

Owners of these vehicles have filed 69 complaints in the electrical category.

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