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Service bulletins for the 2022 Ford Bronco

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.

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

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SSM 508042022-06-01. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay may experience 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate channel to access vehicle commands such as door lock/unlock, remote start, vehicle location, etc. The battery drain may be caused by excessive calls for data through the vehicle network keeping it in an activated state. Recommend that the customer uninstall the app to ensure this is not contributing to battery symptoms experienced. Advise the customer that unaffiliated third-party app developers do not work directly with Ford to adhere to security, vehicle communication, and privacy requirements.
TSB 22-22102022-05-31. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Customers who neutral (4-wheel flat) tow 2021-2022 Broncos equipped with an electronic brake booster (EBB) may report an inconsistent brake assist when a supplemental braking system has been installed. This may result from supplemental brake system set-up that does not account for the Bronco's EBB system entering sleep mode (via the ABS module) after a pre-determined period of time following vehicle shut-down. This functionality is necessary to prevent battery drain. Enhanced software is under development to address this condition when the vehicle enters Neutral Tow mode. The new software is expected to be available in September 2022. Monitor OASIS for updates. Until the software becomes available, customers who meet this criteria may perform the procedures below to address this condition when neutral (4-wheel flat) towing their vehicle.
TSB 22-20962022-05-31. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles built on or before 17-May-2022 equipped with 5 doors and a hard top roof configuration, may exhibit poor Sirius XM® satellite radio reception and/or satellite radio signal loss in areas with tall structures, rural areas with dense foliage or other similar obstructions. This may be due to the antenna positioning. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to relocate the antenna.
TSB 22-21902022-05-16. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; AIR BAGS:SRS MALFUNCTION WARNING LAMP/LIGHT. Some 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated airbag warning indicator with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1404:13 and/or B1407:13. This may be due to contamination and relative movement in the connection between the wiring harness and the side airbag. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the affected connector with a service pigtail and the affected side airbag.
SSM 507692022-05-16. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. The 2021-2022 Bronco Workshop Manual, Section 501-18B Hard Top, has been updated. Updates include hard top rear cap flushness and parallelism specifications and an enhanced diagnostics and testing section to assist with resolving concerns of hard top roof alignment, looseness, water leaks, and noise vibration and harshness (NVH). Submit photos of hard top roof concerns that require part replacement for any reason using web-based PTS or Mobile PTS Report a Vehicle Concern function. This applies to Broncos built on/after 12-Aug-2021 equipped with hard top roof or vehicles repaired under Customer Satisfaction Program 21B49. For claiming, use labor operation SUBPHOTO for reimbursement. The hard top roof is enhanced to meet standards expected by customers. To assist with long-term supplier quality, Ford is seeking immediate dealer feedback on customer concerns.
TSB 22-21462022-05-12. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with a soft top roof may experience paint scratches on the sports tube paint due to contact with the soft top roof frame during the open and close operation. This may be due to a lack of protective measures installed on the soft top roof frame. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to install protective plates and hook and loop fasteners to sections of the soft top roof frame.
SSM 506512022-05-04. Service bulletin. COMMUNICATION:MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS; EQUIPMENT. In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating "Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app through the TCU Embedded Modem. If this message appears, the vehicle may be equipped with a fleet telematics module. Replacement of the TCU or TCU related repairs will not prevent this message from appearing. Please refer the customer to in app FordPass Guides or LincolnWay Concierge Teams to aid with fleet telematics removal. Open app, select Account > Help > CHAT or CALL option
SSM 507332022-05-03. Service bulletin. TIRES:SIDEWALL. Some 2021 and 2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may experience a tire sidewall wavy/indentation appearance in the radial direction on one or both sidewalls. Sidewall wavy/indentation appearance is a common cosmetic characteristic of radial tire construction and will not affect the performance of the tire.
SSM 507132022-05-03. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES. Some 2021-2022 F-150/Bronco and 2022 Expedition/Navigator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated anti-lock brake system (ABS) indicator and stability-traction control indicator when ambient temperatures are below freezing, and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) C1013:09 stored in the ABS module. This may be due to ABS module software parameters and the effects of low ambient temperature on brake fluid viscosity. This condition does not affect brake system hydraulic functionality. Clear the DTC to restore ABS and stability-traction control functionality and inform customers that Ford is developing a software update which will be delivered to the vehicle via an over-the-air (OTA) ABS update in November 2022 to prevent this condition.
SSM 507112022-05-03. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a window rattle when driving over bumps with the windows placed in the partially down position. This may be due to incorrect window glass adjustment from the factory. To correct this condition, perform the Front/Rear Door Window Glass Adjustment procedure located in the Workshop Manual, Section 501-11 > Front doors > Steps 18-26, Rear Doors > Steps 21-25. It is not necessary to remove the door panel to perform this adjustment. During adjustment, set the window regulator nuts to their most outboard position (this will move the top of the window inboard), then reevaluate the noise. Be sure to place the window in the fully down position during adjustment.
TSB 22-21362022-05-02. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C05F9 and/or C05D9 stored in the all-wheel drive (AWD) module and inoperative AWD system. These DTCs maybe setting due to a low battery state of charge. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to verify the battery condition and restore the AWD module logic.
TSB 22-21422022-04-26. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a squeak and/or rattle that originates from the roof while driving over rough surfaces. This may be due to poor roof installation, noisy roof seals or roof latches/locator pins wearing prematurely. Follow the service procedure to correct the source of the noise.
SSM 506922022-04-20. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles are equipped with a smart windshield wiper motor, which has the capability of sensing load of the wiper blades coming across the windshield glass. As a result of this operational characteristic/design, the operation may not be what is expected in certain conditions. The vehicle is programmed with protection features to prevent damage to the wiper motor in case of overheating, operation with dry windshields, or obstructions to the wiper blade (snow, ice, etc.). In such conditions, the wiper motor will temporarily reduce its speed and/or reduce area of cleaning until the condition is no longer present.
SSM 506702022-04-13. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Some 2021-2022 Ranger/Bronco vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine built on or after 14-Dec-2021 and 2022 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine and built on or after 14-Dec-2021, may exhibit a lack of power with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P25B4 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). To correct the condition, clear the DTC and road test the vehicle under load until the vehicle reaches operating temperature. If the DTC repeats, the turbocharger will need to be replaced. For claiming use causal part 6K682 and applicable labor times found in Section 09 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual. If the DTC does not repeat, release the vehicle to the customer.
SSM 506602022-04-13. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Some 2022 Bronco vehicles built on 01-Feb-2022 and through 10-Mar-2022 may exhibit rusted fasteners on the exterior bodyside grab handle/fender anchor point (base part number 9920038). This may be due to a lack of protective e-coating applied to the bolts during the manufacturing process. Replacement of the exterior bodyside grab handle will be required. Due to the sudden high demand for these grab handles, service stock has been depleted. Ford is actively working to obtain more exterior bodyside grab handles/fender anchor points to meet the increase in demand and, in parallel, release the affected fasteners as a serviceable end-item. Monitor OASIS for updates.
TSB 22-21042022-03-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:MECHANICAL; SEATS; EQUIPMENT. This article supersedes TSB 21-2236 to update the models and year affected. Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2022 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2022 Edge/F150/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017-2022 F-Super Duty, 2018-2022 EcoSport/Expedition, 2019-2022 Ranger/Nautilus, 2021-2022 Bronco/Bronco Sport/Mustang Mach-E, 2022 Maverick vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral movement, or a clunk/thump noise on turns. This may be due to the seat pan track. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure steps to install a reinforcement.
TSB 22-20972022-03-22. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY; EQUIPMENT. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 5 doors and a hard top roof may experience a squeak and/or chirp noise from the rear of the vehicle while driving over bumps with the roof installed. This may be due to an insufficient gap between the hard top and the body rear quarter panel. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to adjust this gap to the correct specifications.
TSB 22-20942022-03-22. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; PARKING BRAKE:ELECTRICAL. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with parking aid sensors may exhibit a park aid system that does not remain deactivated after the vehicle has been off for more than 5 minutes. The vehicle may exhibit false alerts from the parking aid warning system which may cause it to activate while driving or towing or due to the presence of a winch. This may be due to the software within the instrument panel cluster (IPC). To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure and update the IPC software.
SSM 505662022-03-15. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may need to perform A/C leak detection diagnostics. The 2022 Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 412-00 for A/C leak detection diagnosis is incomplete and is in the process of being updated. At this time, Pinpoint Test AN of Section 412-00 in the 2022 F-150 WSM can be used temporarily for the service procedure and specifications. Use the correct vehicle specific removal and replacement sections as needed. A new labor operation 19700A45 has also been released to align with the new procedure.
SSM 505802022-03-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Some 2022 Bronco vehicles that have added the Ford accessory JBL® soundbar may experience difficulty in programming after installation. This may be due to the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) function not successfully programming this accessory to the vehicle's factory sound system. FDRS software has been updated to support a successful installation of the Ford accessory JBL® soundbar. Perform the FDRS programming function again using the installation instructions provided with the speaker on vehicles that meet this criteria.
TSB 22-20742022-03-08. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:FRAME AND MEMBERS; VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may experience a water leak that originates from the left and/or right A-pillars and/or the windshield header. This may be due to excessive gaps in the body seams from the factory. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reseal the affected body gaps and replace the front header seal.
TSB 22-20732022-03-08. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with a hard top may exhibit a loose and/or sagging headliner. This may be due to the factory installation process. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to re-adhere the headliner.
TSB 22-20702022-03-08. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a squeak and/or rattle that originates from the roof while driving over rough surfaces. This may be due to poor roof installation, noisy roof seals or roof latches/locator pins wearing prematurely. Follow the service procedure to correct the source of the noise.
TSB 22-20552022-03-01. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; STRUCTURE. Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with a soft top roof may exhibit loose exterior fabric on the rear window assembly. This may be due to broken D-pillar clips on the rear window. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the D-pillar clips with rivets.
SSM 505292022-02-23. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Some 2021-2022 Bronco/F-150/Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility and 2022 Transit vehicles may exhibit harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift concerns. These may be addressed with the powertrain control module (PCM)/transmission control module (TCM) Transmission Accelerated Main Control Break In Routine and/or a main control overhaul. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01, DTC Chart if DTCs are present and/or Diagnosis By Symptom to identify the clutch(s) to be cycled. Cycling the shift solenoids and clutch control valves to remove contamination must be performed along with an adaptive drive cycle before attempting repair. For claiming, use causal part 7A100 and applicable labor operations in Section 7 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.

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