# Service bulletin TSB 20\-2233

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10177863
- Published by NHTSA: 2020\-08\-06
- Manufacturer's number: TSB 20\-2233
- Manufacturer's date: 2020\-07\-13
- NHTSA component: STRUCTURE

## NHTSA's summary

This article supersedes TSB 19\-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2020/MC-10177863-0001.pdf)
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## Components

Body and frame

## Vehicles listed

- 2000 to 2007 FORD CROWN VICTORIA
- 2010 to 2020 FORD EDGE
- 2020 FORD ESCAPE
- 2000 to 2020 FORD EXPEDITION
- 2011 to 2020 FORD EXPLORER
- 2015 to 2019 FORD EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPT
- 2007 FORD EXPLORER SPORT TRAC
- 2004 to 2020 FORD F\-150
- 2017 to 2020 FORD F\-250 SD
- 2017 to 2020 FORD F\-350 SD
- 2017 to 2020 FORD F\-450 SD
- 2017 to 2020 FORD F\-550 SD
- 2019 FORD FLEX
- 2005 to 2006 FORD FORD GT
- 2013 to 2020 FORD FUSION
- 2013 to 2019 FORD FUSION ENERGI
- 2010 FORD FUSION HYBRID
- 2013 to 2019 FORD FUSION HYBRID
- 2007 FORD GRAND MARQUIS
- 2002 to 2004 FORD MOUNTAINEER
- 2005 to 2020 FORD MUSTANG
- 2000 to 2003 FORD RANGER
- 2000 to 2007 FORD TAURUS
- 2020 LINCOLN AVIATOR
- 2017 to 2020 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
- 2020 LINCOLN CORSAIR
- 2000 to 2006 LINCOLN LS
- 2019 LINCOLN MKC
- 2016 LINCOLN MKS
- 2010 to 2019 LINCOLN MKT
- 2013 to 2020 LINCOLN MKZ
- 2013 to 2019 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID
- 2019 to 2020 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
- 2000 to 2020 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR
- 2000 to 2007 LINCOLN TOWN CAR
- 2000 to 2005 MERCURY SABLE
- 2006 MERCURY SABLE
- 2008 MERCURY SABLE

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2026341](/recalls/tc/2026341.md), 2026-07-14: Structure
- [26V448000](/recalls/nhtsa/26V448000.md), 2026-07-14: STRUCTURE:BODY
- [2026328](/recalls/tc/2026328.md), 2026-07-01: Structure
- [26V368000](/recalls/nhtsa/26V368000.md), 2026-06-09: STRUCTURE:INTERIOR PANELS:CENTER CONSOLE
- [2025665](/recalls/tc/2025665.md), 2025-12-01: Structure
- [2025664](/recalls/tc/2025664.md), 2025-12-01: Structure
- [25V829000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V829000.md), 2025-12-01: STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE:HINGE AND ATTACHMENTS
- [25V827000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V827000.md), 2025-12-01: STRUCTURE:BODY
- [2025588](/recalls/tc/2025588.md), 2025-10-24: Structure
- [25V732000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V732000.md), 2025-10-24: STRUCTURE:BODY

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [TSB 26\-2092 V2](/bulletins/11037678.md), 2026-10-01, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE:BODY; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This article supersedes TSB 25\-2466 to add Bronco Sport, Escape, Maverick and Corsair, as well as removing Expedition and Navigator. One time use parts for Corsair and Bronco Sport were also added to the parts list. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a headliner rattle or sagging condition around the roof opening panel. This may be due to the adhesive separating from the headliner substrate.
- [SSM 55069](/bulletins/11036103.md), 2026-08-11, Service bulletin: VISIBILITY/WIPER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY. Some 2020\-2025 Explorer vehicles equipped with a power roof opening panel may exhibit a sunshield with localized bunching or binding/inoperative. This may be due to a broken or missing sunshield fabric retainer/clip. A revised sunshield clip \(LJ6Z\-5452118\-B\) is now available to address this condition. It is not necessary to replace the entire sunshield assembly if the clip\(s\) are broken or missing. Refer to Workshop Manual \(WSM\), Section 501\-17 Roof Opening Panel \> General Procedures \> Inspection and Replacement of the Roof Opening Panel Shield Clip.
- [25N10S1](/bulletins/11034214.md), 2026-07-01, Other: STRUCTURE:BODY; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Certain 2017\-2025 F\-450 – F\-600 Chassis Cab Upfitted with an Aerial Bucket Frame Rail Crack
- [SSM 54646](/bulletins/11032252.md), 2026-05-05, Service bulletin: FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; STRUCTURE:BODY. Some 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. If diagnostics in the Workshop Manual \(WSM\), Section 501\-14 Body \> Handles, Locks, Latches and Entry Systems \> lead to fuel filler door switch replacement, install a new fuel filler door assembly ordered from depot stock to correct this condition. Suspect parts have been cleared from parts depot inventory.
- [SSM 54601](/bulletins/11029052.md), 2026-02-27, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with wired keyless entry keypad systems and accessory wireless keyless entry keypad systems may or may not come with a wallet card containing the master code. Unlike the integrated wired keypad, the accessory wireless keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool or from the label printed on the body control module \(BCM\). The Factory Keyless Entry Code application within the diagnostic scan tool will not provide an applicable master code for the accessory wireless keypad. If the wallet card for an accessory keypad is not available, the "Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide" can be referenced and provides direction on how to retrieve the master code. This guide is located under the Workshop Manual tab \> Accessories \> Installation \> Wireless RF Keypad Diagnosis Guide \> PPT C \> Step C2.\<br /\>\<br /\> Note: The only available keypad for some vehicles from the assembly plant is the accessory wireless keyless entry keypad. The integrated wired keypad cannot be installed on vehicles not equipped from the factory with a wired keyless entry k
- [SSM 54555](/bulletins/11028797.md), 2026-02-12, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; STRUCTURE:BODY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2020\-2022\-Corsair, 2021\-2023 Nautilus, 2020\-2024 Navigator/Aviator, and 2021\-2024 Mustang Mach\-E vehicles equipped with phone\-as\-a\-key may exhibit various phone\-as\-a\-key concerns with diagnostic trouble codes \(DTC\) U200D:15, U200E:15, U200F:15, B1589:31/49 through B1598:31/49, B1A56:31/49, B1D55:31/49, and/or B15A5:56 stored in the remote function actuator \(RFA\) module. If any of these DTCs are detected during diagnostics, clear the DTCs, reprogram the RFA to the latest software level and start a new Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\) session. Verify that DTCs are no longer present. If only the B1589:31/49 through B1598:31/49, B1A56:31/49, B1D55:31/49, and/or B15A5:56 DTCs return in the RFA after a self\-test, follow normal Workshop Manual \(WSM\) diagnostics in Section 419\-01. Repair as necessary outside of this article. For claiming, use causal part 14G617 and labor operations 12651D and 12651D4.
- [SSM 54516](/bulletins/11027821.md), 2026-01-27, Service bulletin: STRUCTURE:BODY. 2020\-2026 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may require level III ballistic panels to be replaced due to broken mounting tabs. Individual level III ballistic panel mounting tab service parts are now available: right\-hand \(78201B68\) and left\-hand \(78201B69\). Replacement of the level III ballistic panel assembly is not required for this condition. Level IV ballistic panels do not have removable mounting tabs and still require complete panel replacement. Level III vs level IV ballistic panels can be identified by a large roman numeral label on the panel or by the vehicle window sticker if equipped.
- [23B56](/bulletins/11026872.md), 2025-12-30, Other: STRUCTURE:BODY. Customer Satisfaction Program 23B56 \- Supplement \#2 Certain 2020 \- 2023 Model Year Escape Vehicles Inspect Front Door Check\-Arm Reinforcement Spot Welds REF: Customer Satisfaction Program 23B56 \- Supplement \#1 Published December 18, 2024 New\! REASON FOR THIS SUPPLEMENT • RENTAL VEHICLES: Link to CRC Dealer Portal Job Aid added. • CLAIMS PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION: Sublet claiming updated. • LABOR ALLOWANCES: Explanation of labor operations that will close the Field Service Action \(FSA\). PROGRAM TERMS This program will be in effect through May 31, 2027. There is no mileage limit for this program.
- [SSM 54326](/bulletins/11024532.md), 2025-10-28, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; STRUCTURE:BODY. Some 2018\-2025 F\-150 and 2018\-2026 F\-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a tailgate step may exhibit a step assembly that binds/will not open or opens/pops up while driving. This could be due to an incorrect adjustment of the tailgate step assembly. Before replacing any components for this concern, follow the revised Tailgate Step Adjustment procedure in Workshop Manual \(WSM\), Section 501\-04.
- [TSB 25\-2466](/bulletins/11024199.md), 2025-10-09, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; STRUCTURE:BODY. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a headliner rattle or sagging condition around the roof opening panel. This may be due to the adhesive separating from the headliner substrate.

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