Service bulletins for the 2023 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.
210 on file from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.
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| SSM 53088 | 2024-10-29. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some vehicles equipped with SYNC4 may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms after all currently available accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software updates have been performed. |
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| SSM 53040 | 2024-10-16. 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. |
| TSB 24-2314 | 2024-10-15. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with a factory soft top roof and built on or before 14-Jul-2024 may experience snow or sand accumulation on the vehicles’ interior during a strong storm with high winds. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to retrofit the soft top assembly. |
| SSM 53019 | 2024-10-08. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021–2024 Bronco and 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a loss of driver's door switch pack control along with any of the following symptoms: * inability to open or close the windows * driver's window switch not working or not working intermittently * cannot fold or unfold the side mirror * cannot adjust the side mirror in any direction * diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1087:87 stored in the driver's door module (DDM) and/or the passenger door module (PDM) * DTC U2013:23 stored in the DDM and/or PDM |
| 24-OTA SU 10.1.1 Bronco | 2024-10-07. Over-the-air update. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Quality improvements include: -Robustness action to enhance the Connectivity, Networking and Cellular Data Services and power management. -Ensuring reliable functionality of Stolen Vehicle Services. |
| SSM 52925 | 2024-09-24. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator/Corsair, 2021-2024 F-150/Bronco, 2023-2024 F-Super Duty, and 2024-2025 Nautilus vehicles may experience the overhead console sunglass bin cannot be locked in a closed position. |
| TSB 24-2269 | 2024-09-19. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some 2021-2024 Bronco may exhibit the upper rail front trim panel with an excessive gap. This may be due to the misalignment of the upper rail front trim panel. |
| SSM 52839 | 2024-09-18. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 20212024 Bronco, 2024 Ranger - Door Window Switch Inoperative With DTC B1087:87 And/Or U2013:23 |
| ECG-24.2.4.10 Bronco | 2024-09-05. Over-the-air update. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Quality Improvements include: - Addresses potential vehicle no start after OTA update. - Improved Phone as A Key functionality post Enhanced Central Gateway module (ECG) reset. - Minor quality fixes in Enhanced Central Gateway module (ECG) Software, not affecting vehicle operation. |
| ECG-24.2.5.6.2 Bronco | 2024-09-05. Over-the-air update. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Quality Improvement include: -Update to Enhanced Central Gateway (ECG) module software to prevent battery draining when vehicle is parked. |
| SSM 52829 | 2024-09-04. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a rattle from the front windows with the windows placed in the partially down position and driving over rough roads and/or bumps. |
| TSB 24-2265 | 2024-09-02. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. This article supersedes 24-2186 to update the model years affected. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a factory soft top roof may exhibit a headliner that is detaching from the soft top material. This may be due to the factory installation process. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to reattach the headliner or replace the soft top roof material. |
| SSM 52772 | 2024-08-16. Service bulletin. ENGINE. Some 2020-2024 F-150, 2021-2024 Bronco, and 2024 Ranger vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a ticking/tapping or rattle type noise from the top front cover area of the engine on initial start-up after a cold soak of 6 hours or more that may last for 2-5 seconds. This may be due to a stuck internal component of the variable cam timing (VCT) unit. |
| 24OTA ECG-24.2.4.9 Bronco | 2024-08-06. Over-the-air update. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Quality improvements include: - Robustness action to correct Phone as a Key Feature cease. -Numerous minor quality fixes in ECG Software, not affecting vehicle operation. - Improves connectivity |
| SSM 52738 | 2024-08-06. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2024 Bronco/F-150 (non-Lightning) vehicles may exhibit a "Check Charging System" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) while the charging system is fully operational and there are no diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) stored related to the charging system. This may be due to the customer using an aftermarket programmer to change body control module (BCM) configuration. |
| SSM 52726 | 2024-08-06. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a B & O sound system built on 15-Jun-2023 and through 21-Jul-2023 may exhibit a pop sound originating from the vehicle's speakers when the door(s) are opened to enter the vehicle. This may be due to the software in the digital signal processing module (DSP). |
| SSM 52703 | 2024-08-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may require servicing of the interior door handle lock cable mounting bracket on the interior door handle. The interior door handle cable mounting bracket, base part number 78219A64 (right) and 78219A65 (left), are now available to service separately from the cables and latch mechanisms. It is no longer necessary to replace the complete latch assembly for a damaged interior door handle lock indicator mounting bracket. |
| SSM 52702 | 2024-08-05. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC)s P0096 and/or P007B stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) which may be more prevalent in high ambient air temperatures. For vehicles that meet this criteria, inspect the front of the vehicle for the presence of an aftermarket bumper and/or accessories which may restrict air flow to the charge air cooler and surrounding sensors. Remove the aftermarket accessory and return the vehicle to stock and reevaluate. If the concern returns with the stock bumper/accessories removed, proceed to normal Workshop Manual diagnostics. |
| SSM 52656 | 2024-07-03. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2024 F-150/Bronco and 2023-2024 Escape/F-Super Duty vehicles built with SYNC 4 require a connected phone with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay active to enable voice interactions and use of the steering wheel voice control button. This is due to the affected vehicles not having built in voice interactions capability. Vehicles with built in voice interaction capability can be identified as also being equipped with the built in connected navigation feature which includes a navigation tab on the center display screen. Diagnostics should only be performed for voice interactions on vehicles equipped with built in voice interaction capability or with Android Auto or Apple CarPlay active. |
| TSB 24-2186 | 2024-06-12. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. This article supersedes 24-2080 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with a factory soft top roof may exhibit a headliner that is detaching from the soft top material. This may be due to the factory installation process. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to reattach the headliner or replace the soft top roof material. |
| SSM 52574 | 2024-06-06. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some vehicles equipped with SYNC4 may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms after all currently available accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software updates have been performed. - General system performance, stability, and intermittent system reboots. - Intermittent Wireless CarPlay or Android Auto function. - Phone related concerns with intermittent No Audio or Static. - Navigation/global positioning system (GPS) related concerns through CarPlay and Android Auto. - Alexa function consistency and stability. These symptoms may be due to the software in the APIM. Replacing the APIM will not resolve these symptoms for the customer. Before returning the vehicle to the customer, review the procedures within Workshop Manual, Section 415-00 and ensure the latest APIM software is installed. Refer to General Service Bulletin (GSB) 23-7146 for help determining the latest available level of software. IMPORTANT: some module software updates will only display as available on Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) after prerequisite modules are updated. This may require the technician to update certain modules multiple times during the service visit, before the latest APIM software is accessible in FDRS. If symptoms continue after latest APIM software has been installed, inform customers that Ford is working on additional software enhancements which are expected to be delivered over-the-air (OTA) by Q4 2024 on F-150, F-150 Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, Mustang, Escape, Corsair, Expedition, Navigator, Bronco, Mustang, and 2023-2024 F-Super Duty. Software will update automatically if vehicle connectivity is enabled in the vehicle's settings. For all other vehicles with SYNC4, schedule a service visit for customers in October 2024, when the updated APIM software is expected to be available to dealers. Monitor OASIS for additional information. |
| OTAIPC24.23.26Bron | 2024-06-04. Over-the-air update. UNKNOWN OR OTHER. 'Quality improvements include: -Fix the vehicle battery drain issue due to the Key-Off Load caused by the Instrument Cluster Panel staying on. |
| SSM 52552 | 2024-05-30. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may exhibit paint wearing along on the top inner edge of the tailgate where the rear window weather strip contacts the tailgate. This may be due to the accumulation of dirt between the rear window seal and tailgate. Inform customers that engineering is aware of this condition and is currently working on a solution which is expected in Q3 2024. Schedule a service visit for customers when the repair is available in Q3 2024. Monitor OASIS for additional information. |
| SSM 52550 | 2024-05-23. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE:BODY. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with a factory soft top roof may experience snow or sand accumulation on the vehicles interior during a strong storm with high winds. Inform customers that repair kits are currently on backorder and are expected to be available Q3 2024. Schedule a service visit for customers when the repair is available in Q3 2024. Monitor OASIS for additional information. |
| OTAPU10246CHAUDB | 2024-05-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Quality improvements include: -Fix the infrequent random audio noises issue and improve the audio quality of the vehicle |
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