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Service bulletins for the 2023 Ford Escape

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.

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

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SSM 542022025-09-18. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY/WIPER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; STRUCTURE:BODY. Some 2023-2025 Explorer (rear windows only), Bronco Sport, Escape, and Maverick vehicles equipped with minor feature code B2DAC may exhibit an inoperative passenger front and/or rear window switch. To confirm a vehicle is built with a certain minor feature code, review the build information by clicking "Additional Information" under Vehicle Information or double-clicking the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the upper left corner of Professional Technician System (PTS). This may be due to an open diode in one of the passenger window switches. To correct the condition, replace the passenger window switch of the affected window. If the condition persists continue with normal diagnostics. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 501-11. For claiming, use causal part 14529 and labor operation 14529A in the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
TSB 25-23842025-08-26. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. This article supersedes TSB 25-2081 to remove the Parts List and update the Service Procedure. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a 12V battery drain condition. This may be due to the software level of the affected module(s).
TSB 25-23622025-08-07. Service bulletin. UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an incorrectly illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P27B2 stored in the secondary on-board diagnostic control module C (SOBDMC). This may be due to the software in the SOBDMC.
PCM-25.12.3 Escape2025-08-05. Over-the-air update. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ENGINE. Software Update: Quality improvements include: -Addresses a potential Malfunction Indicator Lamp caused by two Diagnostic Trouble Codes triggered by a random engine misfire in the first thousand revolutions of vehicle start
ABS-24.80.6 Escape2025-08-05. Over-the-air update. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Software Update: Quality improvements include: -Addresses a false "Service the park brake" message -Quicker brake release when shifting to reverse -Customers will receive alerts if the park brake gets stuck in the release maneuver, or if a shift to neutral occurs with driver off brakes
SSM 540902025-08-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC4/Digital Experience may exhibit an unsuccessful telematics control unit module (TCU) software update or software activation during a universal serial bus (USB) update. This may be due to the vehicle connectivity setting being disabled.
SSM 540892025-08-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2023-2024 Escape vehicles built on 01-Jan-2023 and through 07-Jun-2024 equipped with an 8-inch center display screen may experience a rear view camera image in the vehicle's center display screen that is missing the active guidelines overlay and zoom button icon, while in reverse. This may be due to the software in the body control module (BCM). To correct the condition, download and run the "BCM - Body Control Module (BCM) Software Update" application in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). After the BCM software has been updated, download and run the "Local Interconnect Network (LIN) New Module Initialization" application.
TSB 25-23262025-07-25. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; POWER TRAIN. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P2450 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the software level of the PCM.
SSM 540412025-07-15. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY/WIPER. Some 2023-2025 Explorer (rear windows only), Bronco Sport, Escape, and Maverick vehicles equipped with minor feature code B2DAC may exhibit an inoperative passenger front and/or rear window. To confirm a vehicle is built with a certain minor feature code, review the build information by clicking "Additional Information" under Vehicle Information or double-clicking the vehicle identification number (VIN) in the upper left corner of Professional Technician System (PTS). This may be due to an open diode in the window switch. To correct the condition, replace the window switch of the affected window. If the condition persists continue with normal diagnostics. Refer to Workshop Manual, Section 501-11. For claiming, use causal part 14529 and labor operation 14529A in the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
IPMA-25.204.8.29 Escape2025-07-02. Over-the-air update. FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Quality improvements include: -Addresses pop ups in the cluster and no Advanced Driver Assistance System functionality caused the Image Processing Module A being offline
SSM 539662025-06-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021-2025 Ford/ Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC4 may not be able to perform an update to the accessory protocol interface module (APIM). This may be due to the software in the APIM. Ford Engineering has de-activated the ability to update these SYNC4 APIM modules as applicable, and the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) will not present an update for the APIM module. Some existing directed repairs may be impacted, check Professional Technician System (PTS) before attempting any specific technical service bulletin (TSB)/special service message (SSM) and check field service action (FSA) landing pages before attempting any FSA repairs. For any vehicle repairs requiring a software update that includes an APIM update in the programming sequence, if the 5-digit product code for the APIM software is equal to or lower than 23187, do not attempt to update affected modules at this time. To determine the 5-digit product code for the APIM software on the vehicle, while the vehicle center display screen is powered up with ignition in run or accessory, go to Settings > General > About SYNC.
TSB 25-22492025-06-10. Service bulletin. LANE DEPARTURE: BLIND SPOT DETECTION; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: Various driver assistance feature warning messages in the instrument panel cluster (IPC): - "Blind Spot System Fault" - "Cross-Traffic System Fault" - "Front Camera Fault - Service Required" - "Pre-collision Assist Not Available" Various data or lost communication diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in various modules Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) scan tool can not establish connectivity with the image processing module A (IPMA) during a self test. This may be due to the software installed in the IPMA. *** MODEL SECTION **** 2023-2025 Escape equipped with minor feature code: DBCAB 2023-2025 Corsair equipped with minor feature code DBCBC
24N192025-06-03. Other. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Certain 2020-2024 Model Year Escape and 2021-2024 Model Year Corsair Plug-in Hybrid Electric Vehicles (PHEV) – High Voltage Battery Replacement
SSM 525432024-05-23. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021-2024 F-150-3.5L FHEV, 2020-2024 Explorer 3.3L FHEV, 2020-2024 Escape 2.5L FHEV, and 2022-2024 Maverick 2.5L FHEV vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P237F and/or P2C23 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) and no affect on drivability. This may be due to seal damage, corrosion and/or water intrusion in the exhaust coolant temperature (ECT) sensors 3 and/or 4 connector. Visual inspection should be completed on ECT3 and ECT4 sensors and mating connections for seal damage, water intrusion, and corrosion. If seal damage, water intrusion or corrosion is present, repair per cell 5 of the Wiring Diagram, then apply Motorcraft® XG-12 Electrical Grease to the female/vehicle side of the harness. This inspection of ECT3 and ECT4 sensors should be completed prior to starting the appropriate pinpoint test in Section 303-03 of the Workshop Manual (WSM). If DTCs P237F and/or P2C23 do not return, no further action is necessary and the replacement of the entire exhaust heat exchanger assembly is not required. If P237F and/or P2C23 returns, follow the pinpoint test in Section 303-03 of the WSM for further diagnostics.
OTAPU0227VIRBSEs2024-05-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Quality improvements include: Numerous minor quality fixes in ECG RC9 which are not customer facing.
OTAPU0630SX2CLS2024-05-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Software Update 23-PU0630-SX2-CLS for 2023 MY Escape vehicles is now available. Quality Improvements include: - SYNC screen will update after changing to next track from USB device. - Improves minor occurrence of gauge flicker once in ignition "off". - Enlarges graphic for "keep hands on steering wheel" message - Robustness fixes for error handling, menu browsing, navigation and audio repeaters.
SSM 523452024-03-20. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE. Some 2022-2024 various Ford/Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may experience concern where customers are receiving an error message when trying to enroll in connected services. This may be due to the gateway module (GWM) software. To correct the concern, download and run the Transport and Factory Mode Deactivation app: under HS1 modules select BCM > Transport and Factory Mode > Download > Run. When the pop-up message appears for Change Vehicle Mode - Transport/Factory/Normal Mode, press OK. This will proceed to the Transport and Factory Mode Deactivation screen, select Unlock Vehicle Connectivity Settings (21 MY + Vehicles). A pop-up message appears noting Vehicle Is Now In Normal Mode, select OK. This will return to the Transport and Factory Mode Deactivation screen, select Exit. A final pop-up notification stating that the application is finished, select OK. For claiming, use causal part 14G490 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
OTAPU0630RGTPLOE2024-03-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. Software Update 23-PU0630-RGT-PLO for 2023 MY Escape vehicles is now available. Quality Improvements include: - Liftgate opens fully open with exterior button press
OTAPU1022SPBPUP2024-03-07. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Software Update 24-PU0122--SPB-PUP for 2023 MY Escape Gas vehicles is now available. Quality Improvements include: - Reduced no start events. - Quicker brake release when customer shifts to R - Remembers Auto Vehicle Hold status thru key cycle - Warning lamp for park brake stuck event. - Message when shift to neutral occurs with driver off brakes. - Will no longer set erroneous "Service Park Brake Limited Function" during initialization.
TSB 23-24282024-03-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2023 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on or before 07-Sep-2023 may exhibit an intermittent no crank/no start condition with various lost communication diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in various modules and multiple illuminated warning indicators such as: anti-lock brake system (ABS) warning indicator, parking brake (red) indicator, brake warning indicator, parking brake (yellow) warning indicator and/or parking brake (red) indicator and/or stability-traction control indicator displayed in the instrumental panel cluster (IPC). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram various modules starting with the PCM.
SSM 522982024-03-05. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Some 2023 Escape vehicles built on or before 10-Jul-2023 and equipped with a 12 inch instrument panel cluster (IPC) display may exhibit a roundabout/traffic circle arrow directing the traffic to go to the left (clockwise) around the roundabout. This is incorrect and opposite to what is displayed in the center display screen. The direction of travel should be to the right (counterclockwise) around the roundabout/traffic circle. 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 April 2024. Replacement/reprogramming of the IPC will not resolve this condition. Monitor OASIS for additional information and schedule service appointments for customers once the repair becomes available.
SSM 522302024-02-14. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 2023 F-150/Escape/Explorer/Maverick vehicles equipped with a full hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) powertrain may exhibit diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0A7D and/or P0DE6 and the vehicle identification number (VIN) is not recognized by the Midtronics xRC-3363 High Voltage Battery Rescue Charger. This may be due to the software level of the Midtronics xRC-3363 High Voltage Battery Rescue Charger. To correct this condition, update the Midtronics xRC-3363 High Voltage Battery Rescue Charger to the latest software level by navigating to the Main Menu > Settings > About (i) then selecting the download button in the bottom right corner of the tool's screen.
SSM 522292024-02-14. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. 2020-2023 Escape/Explorer, 2021-2023 F-150 and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with a full hybrid electric vehicle (FHEV) powertrain may exhibit a cable connection error screen from the Midtronics xRC-3363 High Voltage Battery Rescue Charger. The xRC-3363 will prompt the technician to verify the low voltage connections, when no actual fault is present. This may be due to the software level of the Midtronics xRC-3363 High Voltage Battery Rescue Charger. To correct this condition, update the Midtronics xRC-3363 High Voltage Battery Rescue Charger to the latest software level by navigating to the Main Menu > Settings > About (i) then selecting the download button in the bottom right corner of the tool's screen.
OTASU6 P1 Escape2024-02-07. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Software Update SU6 P1 for 2023 MY Escape vehicles is now available. Quality Improvements include: - Removal of BlueCruise map expiration - Allow Vehicle entry during OTA. - Adds a "some display features may be temporarily unavailable" message to the SYNC screen when a SYNC update is installing. -Addresses SYNC reboot issue may occur after 2 hours of continuous use.
TSB 24-20232024-02-06. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2023 Escape vehicles equipped with a head up display (HUD) built on or before 16-Oct-2023 may exhibit a condition where the speed limit sign indicator is not displayed in the HUD. This may be due to the software installed in the HUD module.

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