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October 2, 2026 Over-the-air update

2023-2026

Ford technical service bulletin SSM 55211 for 2023-2026 Ford Escape and 2025-2026 Ford Bronco Sport.

Bulletin number
SSM 55211
Component
Engine
Summary
2023-2026 Escape and 2025-2026 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger wastegate control actuator linkage for various reasons. The Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-04 Fuel Charging and Controls - Turbocharger - 1.5L EcoBoost > Removal and Installation > Wastegate Control Actuator Linkage service procedure has been added. In addition, the wastegate control actuator linkage rod with retaining clips (6K682) and actuator linkage rubber boot seal (9E416) have been released as lower-level components to complete the repair without replacing the entire turbocharger wastegate control actuator assembly.

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

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