# Service bulletin SSM 51261

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10228876
- Published by NHTSA: 2023\-01\-06
- Manufacturer's number: SSM 51261
- Manufacturer's date: 2022\-12\-16
- NHTSA component: SERVICE BRAKES

## NHTSA's summary

Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual \(WSM\) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206\-00. The brake rotors should only be machined if directed by the WSM because one or more of the following conditions are present on the braking surface: scoring, excessive corrosion/rust or pitting, bluing/discoloration and/or heat spots. For additional information, refer to WSM section 206\-00.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10228876-0001.pdf)
- [If that address does not open, try this one](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2022/MC-10228876-9999.pdf)

The document is the manufacturer's. This site does not hold it.

## Components

Brakes

## Vehicles listed

- 2021 to 2023 FORD BRONCO
- 2021 to 2023 FORD BRONCO SPORT
- 2022 to 2023 FORD E\-150
- 2022 to 2023 FORD E\-250
- 2022 to 2023 FORD E\-350
- 2014 to 2022 FORD EDGE
- 2013 to 2022 FORD ESCAPE
- 2018 to 2023 FORD EXPEDITION
- 2020 to 2023 FORD EXPLORER
- 2015 to 2023 FORD F\-150
- 2017 to 2022 FORD F\-250 SD
- 2017 to 2022 FORD F\-350 SD
- 2017 to 2022 FORD F\-450 SD
- 2017 to 2022 FORD F\-550 SD
- 2022 FORD F\-650 SD
- 2022 FORD F\-750 SD
- 2013 to 2020 FORD FUSION
- 2013 to 2020 FORD FUSION ENERGI
- 2013 to 2020 FORD FUSION HYBRID
- 2022 FORD GT
- 2022 to 2023 FORD MAVERICK
- 2015 to 2023 FORD MUSTANG
- 2021 to 2023 FORD MUSTANG MACH E
- 2022 to 2023 FORD RANGER
- 2013 to 2019 FORD TAURUS
- 2013 to 2015 FORD TAURUS POLICE INTERCEPTOR
- 2022 to 2023 FORD TRANSIT
- 2022 FORD TRANSIT CONNECT
- 2020 to 2023 LINCOLN AVIATOR
- 2017 to 2020 LINCOLN CONTINENTAL
- 2020 to 2022 LINCOLN CORSAIR
- 2007 LINCOLN MKX
- 2016 to 2018 LINCOLN MKX
- 2019 to 2020 LINCOLN MKX
- 2013 to 2020 LINCOLN MKZ
- 2013 to 2020 LINCOLN MKZ HYBRID
- 2019 to 2020 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
- 2022 LINCOLN NAUTILUS
- 2018 to 2023 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [2025553](/recalls/tc/2025553.md), 2025-10-11: Brakes
- [25V693000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V693000.md), 2025-10-10: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:PADS
- [2025435](/recalls/tc/2025435.md), 2025-08-22: Brakes
- [25V544000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V544000.md), 2025-08-22: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- [25V513000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V513000.md), 2025-08-08: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
- [2025259](/recalls/tc/2025259.md), 2025-05-09: Brakes
- [25V314000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V314000.md), 2025-05-09: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:HOSES, LINES/PIPING, AND FITTINGS
- [2025198](/recalls/tc/2025198.md), 2025-04-11: Brakes
- [25V236000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V236000.md), 2025-04-11: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:MASTER CYLINDER; SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:POWER ASSIST
- [2025106](/recalls/tc/2025106.md), 2025-03-02: Brakes

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [SSM 55240](/bulletins/11038445.md), 2026-10-13, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; SERVICE BRAKES. Some 2021\-2024 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated red brake warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code \(DTC\) C0049:01 stored in the anti\-lock brake system \(ABS\) module. This may be due to pin fitment at the brake fluid level sensor connector. To resolve this concern, replace the brake fluid reservoir and replace the brake fluid level sensor electrical connector C1052 with service pigtail wiring kit 3U2Z\-14S411\-BXAB. For claiming, use causal part 2L210 and labor operations 2140A and 2219D45WR.
- [SSM 55215](/bulletins/11037783.md), 2026-10-02, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; SERVICE BRAKES; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2022\-2024 Maverick hybrid vehicles may exhibit various electrical symptoms and/or a no crank/no start condition related to an intermittent 12V battery drain that has discharged the 12V battery. This may be due to the software in the anti\-lock brake system \(ABS\) module. To correct this condition, download and run the "ABS \- Anti\-lock Brake System \(ABS\) Module Software Update" and "ACCM \- Air Conditioning Control Module \(ACCM\) Software Update" applications using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\) scan tool. For claiming use causal part 2005 and labor operations 10654C and 12651D along with MT2005SSM up to 0.7 hours for the ABS, ACCM, PCM, and SOBDMC as needed.
- [25N13](/bulletins/11037778.md), 2026-10-02, Other: SERVICE BRAKES. Customer Satisfaction Program 25N13 Certain 2015\-2018 Model Year Edge and 2016\-2018 Model Year MKX Vehicles Rear Brake Flexible Hose Replacement
- [ITRM\-26.DC F\-150](/bulletins/11037291.md), 2026-09-11, Over\-the\-air update: SERVICE BRAKES; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. 26C10 Recall remedy \-Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function
- [SSM 54940](/bulletins/11034019.md), 2026-06-22, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; SERVICE BRAKES. Some 2021\-2026 F\-150 vehicles may exhibit a U2100:00 diagnostic trouble code \(DTC\) for initial configuration incomplete stored in the trailer control module \(TRM\). This may be due to the vehicle having a Ford accessory trailer brake kit installed without being programmed following the included instructions. If the vehicle was built with minor feature code FDDAA and a trailer brake gain switch is present in the stock location in the instrument panel, a Ford Accessory trailer brake kit has been installed on the vehicle. If a Ford Accessory trailer brake kit is present, download and run the "TRM \- Towbar Configuration" application using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\) scan tool. To confirm a vehicle is built with a certain minor feature code, review the build information by double\-clicking the vehicle identification number \(VIN\) in the upper left corner in the Professional Technician System \(PTS\).
- [ITRM\-26.B04 Navigator](/bulletins/11033813.md), 2026-06-13, Over\-the\-air update: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; SERVICE BRAKES; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 26C10 Recall remedy \-Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function
- [ITRM\-26.B04 F\-150 Lightni](/bulletins/11033812.md), 2026-06-13, Over\-the\-air update: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; SERVICE BRAKES; EXTERIOR LIGHTING. 26C10 Recall remedy \-Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function
- [ITRM\-26.B04 Expedition](/bulletins/11033811.md), 2026-06-13, Over\-the\-air update: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; SERVICE BRAKES. 26C10 Recall remedy \-Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function
- [SSM 54785](/bulletins/11032243.md), 2026-05-05, Service bulletin: SERVICE BRAKES; FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM. Some 2022\-2024 Maverick hybrid vehicles may exhibit various electrical symptoms and/or a no crank/no start condition related to an intermittent 12V battery drain that has discharged the 12V battery. This may be due to the software in the anti\-lock brake system \(ABS\) module. To correct this condition, download and run the "ABS \- Anti\-lock Brake System \(ABS\) Module Software Update" and "ACCM \- Air Conditioning Control Module \(ACCM\) Software Update" applications using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\) scan tool. For claiming use causal part 2005 and labor operation 12651D along with MT2005SSM up to 0.4 hours for ABS module and ACCM programming.
- [ITRM\-26.B04 F\-150](/bulletins/11031913.md), 2026-05-01, Over\-the\-air update: SERVICE BRAKES; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 26C10 Recall remedy \-Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function

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