# Service bulletin SSM 51598

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- Type: Service bulletin
- NHTSA id: 10236028
- Published by NHTSA: 2023\-05\-16
- Manufacturer's number: SSM 51598
- Manufacturer's date: 2023\-05\-04
- NHTSA component: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

## NHTSA's summary

Some 2020\-2023 Escape/Corsair equipped with 2.5L engine full hybrid electric vehicle \(FHEV\) and plug\-in hybrid electric vehicle \(PHEV\) powertrain and 2022\-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with 2.5L engine FHEV powertrain may exhibit a condition where the 12V battery voltage is low or discharged with diagnostic trouble code \(DTC\) U3003:62 stored in the direct current/direct current converter control module \(DC/DC\). The vehicle may also exhibit DTC U3003:16 and/or U3000:04 stored in the DC/DC module. This may be due to an open in the 300 amp mega fuse located in the high current battery junction box \(BJB\). To correct this condition, refer to Workshop Manual \(WSM\), Section 414\-05\>Pinpoint Test H1 to verify the 300 amp mega fuse condition, replace the fuse upon confirm it is open. Test and recharge the 12v battery.

## The document

- [NHTSA's copy of the document (PDF)](https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2023/MC-10236028-0001.pdf)
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## Components

Electrical system

## Trouble codes named

U3000, U3003

## Vehicles listed

- 2020 to 2022 FORD ESCAPE HYBRID
- 2022 FORD ESCAPE PHEV
- 2022 to 2023 FORD MAVERICK
- 2021 to 2022 LINCOLN CORSAIR PHEV

## Recalls for the same vehicles and component

- [26V104000](/recalls/nhtsa/26V104000.md), 2026-02-20: EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
- [26V091000](/recalls/nhtsa/26V091000.md), 2026-02-17: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- [2026005](/recalls/tc/2026005.md), 2026-01-09: Electrical
- [25V789000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V789000.md), 2025-11-14: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:PROPULSION SYSTEM:TRACTION BATTERY
- [2025554](/recalls/tc/2025554.md), 2025-10-10: Electrical
- [2025139](/recalls/tc/2025139.md), 2025-03-14: Electrical
- [25V158000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V158000.md), 2025-03-14: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE \(TCM/PCM/TECM\); ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
- [25V132000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V132000.md), 2025-02-28: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL
- [25V127000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V127000.md), 2025-02-28: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM; POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE \(TCM/PCM/TECM\)
- [25V123000](/recalls/nhtsa/25V123000.md), 2025-02-28: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

## Other bulletins for the same vehicles and component

- [SSM 55221](/bulletins/11038438.md), 2026-10-12, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. For 20222026 vehicles equipped with a 8F35 transmission, a revision to the Road Testing Vehicle procedure has been made in the WSM, Section 307\-01 \> Diagnosis and Testing. This updated procedure improves the diagnosis of customer reported transmission concerns and aids in locating the proper root cause. During diagnosis and testing, details regarding whether the condition is more prevalent when the vehicle is hot or cold, throttle percentage at the time of occurrence, vehicle speed, the specific shift involved, and whether the issue occurs during transmission engagements \(N\>R, N\>D, R\>D, and/or D\>R\) should be noted in the warranty claim. Engineering requests including these detailed operating conditions that will significantly assist with root cause analysis. Diagnosis, testing, and repair should use established labor times outside this article.
- [TSB 26\-2325](/bulletins/11037978.md), 2026-10-05, Service bulletin: EXTERIOR LIGHTING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a front courtesy lamp that is inoperative. This may be due to a concern with the front courtesy lamp light module.
- [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.
- [SSM 55157](/bulletins/11037313.md), 2026-09-15, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. Some 2022\-2024 Maverick Hybrid vehicles may exhibit an intermittent vibration and/or crunching noise after a cold start while the engine is running with the vehicle stationary in drive with no throttle input and brakes applied. An intermittent engine rocking or rolling motion in one direction may also be observed while the concern is present with the hood open.\<br /\>\<br /\> The noise may be present with no drivability concerns, relevant diagnostic trouble codes \(DTC\) stored, warning indicators illuminated and/or warning messages displayed. The noise may reduce or be eliminated after several minutes of driving when the powertrain warms up.\<br /\>\<br /\> This condition does not affect vehicle durability and no additional diagnosis or service is required for this condition at this time. Inform customers that they can continue to drive the vehicle and engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition that is expected in Q4 of 2026. Replacement of the engine or transmission will not resolve this condition. Monitor Professional Technician System \(PTS\) for additional information and schedule s
- [TSB 26\-2414](/bulletins/11037311.md), 2026-09-14, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This article supersedes 26\-2058 Reason for update: update the TSB title and TSB issue to include new DTCs Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions: \* Intermittent or permanent no reverse \(R\) engagement \* Illuminated MIL with DTC P0767 or P0765:7E stored in the powertrain control module \(PCM\) In addition to the required conditions, the vehicle may also exhibit a harsh reverse engagement, P0766, P0765:7F, P0736 and/or P2703 stored in the PCM. This may be due to an internal mechanical concern with the selectable one\-way clutch \(SOWC\).
- [26N15](/bulletins/11036550.md), 2026-09-01, Other: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Customer Satisfaction Program 26N15 Certain 2020\-2026 Model Year Escape and 2021\-2026 Model Year Corsair Plug\-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles \(PHEV\) – High Voltage Battery Replacement
- [26E04](/bulletins/11035465.md), 2026-08-03, Emissions: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD \- Emissions Recall 26E04 Certain 2021\-2025 Model Year F\-150, Maverick, Mustang, Ranger, Expedition, Bronco Sport, Explorer, Bronco, Navigator, and Aviator Vehicles Powertrain Control Module Software Update
- [SSM 54720](/bulletins/11031263.md), 2026-04-10, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION. Various 2020\-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system \(BLIS\) may experience an inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster \(IPC\). This may also be accompanied by diagnostic trouble codes \(DTCs\) B118C:11 and/or B118C:15 stored in the driver door module \(DDM\), and/or B118D:11 and/or B118D:15 stored in the passenger door module \(PDM\). This may be due to the wiring connector from the mirror to the BLIS module. If diagnostics lead to an internal mirror wiring harness fault, a new lower level BLIS light pigtail is now released for service. It is not necessary to replace the exterior mirror assembly. Use part number SC3Z\-14A411\-B to resolve the concern.
- [24L10 S1](/bulletins/11030900.md), 2026-04-07, Other: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Certain 2021\-2025 Model Year Corsair Vehicles\- Flat Tow Rating Change On the affected vehicles, documentation in the owner’s manual incorrectly states that 2021 – 2025 Corsair PHEV \(Plug\-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles\) can be recreationally flat towed. You cannot recreationally flat tow these vehicles with all wheels on the ground because damage to the powertrain may occur. All 2023\-2025 model year vehicles will require dealers to perform a software update to the Accessory Protocol Interface Module \(APIM\) to install an updated digital owner’s manual. This action may require updates to other modules on the vehicle to receive the correct software.
- [SSM 54621](/bulletins/11030113.md), 2026-03-18, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2022\-2025 Maverick hybrid vehicles may exhibit a no crank/no start condition due to a 12V battery drain after performing the air conditioning control module \(ACCM\) software update

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