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Service bulletins for the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport

A bulletin is a manufacturer's communication to its dealers, as NHTSA indexes it. The summary is NHTSA's. The document is the manufacturer's: read it at NHTSA. A bulletin is not a recall, and listing a model year does not mean every vehicle of it is concerned.

114 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

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24N082025-04-02. Other. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, Escape and 2022-2024 Maverick Vehicles Driver’s Side Seat Buckle Replacement
TSB 25-20952025-03-28. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This article supersedes TSB 25-2051 to update the parts list. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle.
SSM 534652025-03-11. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, 2020-2024 Escape/Corsair/Edge/Nautilus/Transit Connect and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles may exhibit erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition. If during the preliminary inspection the transmission fluid is found to be a foamy pink color, this may indicate possible cross contamination of engine coolant and transmission fluid due to an internally leaking transmission fluid cooler assembly.
TSB 25-20632025-03-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This article supersedes TSB 25-2016 to update the parts list and Service Procedure. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a loss of engine coolant from a leak at the coolant pump. This may be due to contamination in the engine's cooling system.
TSB 25-20512025-02-24. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This article supersedes TSB 25-2031 to update the parts list. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity.
TSB 25-20312025-02-22. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This article supersedes TSB 24-2348 to update vehicles affected and labor operation description. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle.
TSB 25-20162025-02-11. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a loss of engine coolant from a leak at the coolant pump. This may be due to contamination in the engine's cooling system.
TSB 25-20012025-01-15. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a loss of engine coolant from a leak at the coolant pump. This may be due to contamination in the engine's cooling system.
24B47 S12025-01-03. Other. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Certain 2018 - 2024 Model Year Various Vehicles Update SYNC Software
TSB 24-23862024-11-26. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine built on or before 30-Nov-2022, 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine built on or before 28-Feb-2022, 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair vehicles equipped with 1.5L/2.0L/2.3L engines built on or before 30-Apr-2022, 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 2.5L FHEV powertrain built on or before 31-Mar-2022 may exhibit a chatter/shudder during low speed turning events.
TSB 24-23482024-11-01. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2020-2024 Escape and 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity.
TSB 24-23262024-10-25. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION. Some 2020-2024 Escape and 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to install brake pads with clips and if necessary, install the rear reinforced caliper bushings.
SSM 530402024-10-16. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions. While performing a transmission repair on some 2012-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, a transmission seal kit may be on backorder due to supply chain interruptions.
SSM 529492024-10-01. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit water coolant pump leaks.
SSM 528952024-09-24. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2020-2024 Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles may exhibit the uncommanded locking of the driver door after the door is closed.
SSM 528202024-09-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit module (TCU) may exhibit the Location toggle button in the Connectivity setting menu grayed out with an inability to switch it off.
24B472024-08-07. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Certain 2018 - 2024 Model Year Various Vehicles Update SYNC Software In all the affected vehicles, due to an error in the SYNC software, you may experience SYNC system instability concerns and/or a failure to preserve certain settings across ignition cycles. This may result in a black infotainment screen that does not affect rear view camera, incorrect language setting, erased or unsaved radio presets, and potential inability to perform software updates.
SSM 527222024-08-06. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC3 may experience various FordPass/LincolnWay connectivity concerns including but not limited to: missing activation prompt (pop-up) on the vehicle's center display screen when attempting to activate vehicle through FordPass/LincolnWay, incorrect location/global positioning system (GPS) reported through FordPass/LincolnWay, problems with remote commands being performed through FordPass/LincolnWay, incorrect data/information reported on FordPass/LincolnWay. These symptoms will be accompanied by diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B156D:89 in the TCU. This may be due the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software
SSM 527042024-08-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2019-2024 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a programming Error - "INSTL_ERR12" while programming APIM using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) or experience a frozen screen which says "updating system software" or no progress/response from module using the universal USB updater. This may be due to low memory in the APIM commonly occurring on software level NU5T-14G381-AB/BB. The current software level can be verified in the SYNC tab of Professional Technician System (PTS) or using the vehicle's center display screen, Settings > General > About. To correct the condition, run the universal USB updater. If unsuccessful, using the latest software version of the FDRS scan tool, run the service function "APIM - Reset the Accessory Protocol Interface Module Application" and select "Clear All User Data" option. The center display screen will reboot. As soon as the vehicle's center display screen displays the boot up logo, immediately reinsert the same universal serial bus (USB) drive that was utilized during the prior failed programming attempt.
SSM 526752024-07-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2019-2024 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a programming Error - "INSTL_ERR12" while programming APIM using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System, or experience a frozen screen which says "updating system software" or no progress/response from module using the universal USB updater. This may be due to low memory in the APIM commonly occurring on software level
SSM 526332024-07-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2020-2024 Escape/Corsair, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport/F-150, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles may exhibit a condition where the door(s) do not open using the exterior door handle(s). This may be due to an enabled door reinforcement inertia lock within the exterior door handle. This condition occurs when the doors are closed or opened with excessive force. To correct this condition, follow the door reinforcement inertia lock rest procedure that has been added to Section 501-14 of the Workshop Manual under General Procedures. For claiming, use causal part 78219A64.
TSB 24-21822024-06-13. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This article supersedes TSB 23-2307 to update the Service Procedure and vehicle model years affected. Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Transit Connect, 2019-2023 Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2021 Expedition/Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/Super Duty/EcoSport, 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator/Transit, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience various SYNC performance related concerns. This may be due to the SYNC Software. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to update theaccesory protocol interface module (APIM) software.
TSB 24-21852024-06-12. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. This article supersedes TSB 23-2335 to update the TSB title, vehicles affected and parts list. Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine built on or before 30-Nov-2022, 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine built on or before 28-Feb-2022, 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair vehicles equipped with 1.5L/2.0L/2.3L engines built on or before 30-Apr-2022, 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 2.5L full hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) powertrain built on or before 31-Mar-2022 may exhibit a chatter/shudder during low speed turning events. This may be due to contamination of the rear drive unit (RDU) fluid through the RDU vent hose. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the RDU vent hose.
TSB 24-21272024-06-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. This article supersedes TSB 23-2298 to update the production fix date and parts list. Some 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine built on 24-Jul-2021 and through 14-Dec-2023 may exhibit a hissing noise from rear liftgate area when driving straight between 35-50 mph (5680 km/h). This may be due to the absence of the rear floor insulator located in the spare tire compartment. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to install a rear floor insulator in the spare tire compartment.
SSM 525152024-05-17. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2020-2024 Escape and 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. Ford is aware of the concern and 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 by the 4th quarter of 2024. Monitor OASIS for additional information and schedule service appointments for customers once the repair becomes available.

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