# Service bulletins for the 2023 Ford Expedition

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.

162 bulletins from NHTSA, as of 2026-10-19.

- [TSB 26\-2408](/bulletins/11037559.md), 2026-09-30, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. This bulletin supersedes 26\-2309. Reason For Update: update the Model section to remove Aviator 10R80, update the Parts list to add 3.3L to W520514\-S440, and add L1MZ\-7Z490\-G valve body separator plate for Aviator. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: \* Harsh 3\-4, 4\-5 upshifts \* Harsh 5\-3, 4\-3 downshifts \* Harsh reverse engagements These symptoms may be worse when cold. This may be due to the F clutch friction plates brinelling into the clutch and planetary container cylinder \(7B177\).
- [SSM 55100](/bulletins/11036530.md), 2026-09-01, Service bulletin: SEATS; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion cover J\-clips, lower\-level service parts are now available. Use service part W709919\-S901 if the J\-clip is completely detached from the seat cover and W715386\-S424 if the clip is still partially attached. It is not necessary to replace the seat cover if only the J\-clip is separating from the cover. Refer to PTS Home \> Technical Assistance \> Technical Support Videos \> Section 501\- Body and Paint \> Seat J\-Clips. For claiming, use causal parts from list below and labor operations 63100A and 63100A5. Causal Parts for claiming: Bronco/Bronco Sport/Escape/Explorer/Expedition/Navigator: 7862900 or 7862901 F\-150/F\-Super Duty: 1562900 or 1562901 Ranger/Maverick: 6062900 or 6062901
- [TSB 26\-2366](/bulletins/11036266.md), 2026-08-19, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a condition where certain devices built on the Android OS platform \(including Voxx rear seat entertainment system\) indicate they are connected to the vehicles Wi\-Fi hotspot, but internet performance is degraded. Symptoms may include no internet access, intermittent connectivity, and/or limited/very low streaming capability. Some websites/apps may partially load while others do not load at all, despite showing Connected. This may be due to the telematics control unit \(TCU\) software.
- [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 55031](/bulletins/11035269.md), 2026-07-28, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021\-2026 Ford/Lincoln vehicles may exhibit various symptoms including but not limited to the auto start/stop system not operating as intended with a "Check Charging System" message in the instrument panel cluster \(IPC\) while the charging system is operating properly with no charging related diagnostic trouble codes \(DTC\) stored. This may be due to someone using an aftermarket programmer to change the body control module \(BCM\) configuration to disable the auto start/stop system or perform other unsupported programming modifications. To correct this condition on F\-150 and Bronco vehicles, download and run the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\) application titled "BCM\-Charging System Configuration Correction". Running this application will determine if the BCM configuration was modified by the customer and if so, provide the option to return the configuration back to factory settings. For other vehicle models exhibiting concerns related to unsupported aftermarket BCM programming, submit a Technical Support Request \(TSR\) requesting support to revert the BCM configuration
- [SSM 55028](/bulletins/11035267.md), 2026-07-28, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021\-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an "Updating SYNC" message on the vehicle center display screen after an over the air \(OTA\) update. The message can be cleared from the center display screen and SYNC can be used normally, but it will re\-appear at every subsequent ignition cycle. Inform customers that engineering is currently working on a software update solution for this condition to be delivered OTA expected in late Q3 2026. Software will update automatically if vehicle connectivity is enabled in the vehicles settings. Monitor Professional Technician System \(PTS\) for additional information.
- [TSB 26\-2309](/bulletins/11034224.md), 2026-07-01, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. This bulletin supersedes 26\-2241. Reason For Update: update the parts list to correct the claim quantity of the part number JB3Z\-4B496\-B from 3 to 6. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: \* Harsh 3\-4, 4\-5 upshifts \* Harsh 5\-3, 4\-3 downshifts \* Harsh reverse engagements These symptoms may be worse when cold. This may be due to the F clutch friction plates brinelling into the clutch and planetary container cylinder \(7B177\).
- [TSB 26\-2297](/bulletins/11034134.md), 2026-06-29, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some of the vehicles listed in the model statement above equipped with SYNC4 may experience a blank center display screen or black center display after welcome animation. The rear\-view camera will still function when shifting the vehicle to reverse under these conditions.
- [ITRM\-26.B04 Expedition](/bulletins/11033811.md), 2026-06-13, Over\-the\-air update: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EXTERIOR LIGHTING; SERVICE BRAKES. 26C10 Recall remedy \-Addresses instances where the trailer lights and trailer brakes may not function
- [SSM 54906](/bulletins/11033777.md), 2026-06-10, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2022\-2023 Expedition vehicles equipped with a 15\-inch multi\-function display \(minor feature code HJGAY\) may exhibit an incorrectly sized image displayed on the 360\-degree camera after updating the imaging processing module A \(IPMA\) software and/or replacing the IPMA module. To correct this condition, download and run the "IPMA \- Processing Module A \(IPMA\) 360 View Camera Configuration" application using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\) scan tool. If the incorrectly sized image displayed on the 360\-degree camera is still present, continue with normal diagnostics and repair as necessary outside of this article. Refer to the Workshop Manual, Section 413\-13B \> Parking Aid \- Vehicles With: Parking Aid Camera \> Diagnosis and Testing. For claiming, use causal part 14G647 and labor operations 12651D and 12651D4. \<br /\>\<br /\> To confirm if a vehicle is built with minor feature code HJGAY, review the build information by double\-clicking the vehicle identification number \(VIN\) in the upper left corner in the Professional Technician System \(PTS\).
- [SSM 54905](/bulletins/11033776.md), 2026-06-10, Service bulletin: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2022\-2024 Expedition equipped with driver's assistance package \(minor feature codes DBCBB or DBCBC\) may exhibit various driver assistance feature warning messages displayed in the instrument panel cluster \(IPC\) with various invalid data/lost communication diagnostic trouble codes \(DTC\) stored in the power steering control module \(PSCM\) and/or anti\-lock brake \(ABS\) module. To correct this condition, download and run the "IPMA \- Image Processing Module A \(IMPA\) Software Update" application using the latest software level of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\). For claiming, use causal part 14G647 and labor operation MT14G647SSM up to 1.0 hours. \<br /\>\<br /\> If the IPMA is failing to communicate, download and run the "IPMA \- Image Processing Module A \(IPMA\) Recovery" application in the FDRS scan tool. Select and run the IPMA Recovery Flash Erase option from the menu. Once communication has been restored with the IPMA, download and run the "IPMA \- Image Processing Module \(IPMA\) Alignment" application in the FDRS and download and run the "IPMA \- Image Processing Module A \(IPMA\) Software
- [TCU\-26.2.11.3 Expedition](/bulletins/11033560.md), 2026-06-04, Over\-the\-air update: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Quality improvements include: \- Telematics Control Unit update to enhance connected features
- [SYNC\-26.2.8.3 Expedition](/bulletins/11033556.md), 2026-06-04, Over\-the\-air update: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Quality improvements include: \-Privacy robustness updates \-Resolves various user interface and data display bugs within the Towing menu
- [ECG\-26.2.11.4.1 Expeditio](/bulletins/11033548.md), 2026-06-04, Over\-the\-air update: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Quality improvements include: \- Enhanced system performance, disk usage limits and memory monitoring
- [TSB 26\-2241](/bulletins/11032750.md), 2026-05-18, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. This bulletin supersedes 25\-2587. Reason For Update: update the Parts list to add the F\-clutch friction plates HL3Z\-7B164\-D and the F\-clutch steel plates PR3Z\-7B164\-A for the proper vehicle lines, replace the transfer case mounting bolt part number from W714288\-S438 to W714288\-S437, update the part number W720688\-S439 quantity from 2 to 1, update the part number ML3Z\-7869\-C claim quantity from 2 to 1 \(only if necessary\), update the description of CXT\-10\-LV6 and XT\-10\-QLVC by adding "transfer case fluid, 4WD only", move HL3Z\-7A191\-B and L1MZ\-7F396\-A fluid pan gaskets to the parts to inspect and replace list, and remove TL1Z\-6775\-A self adhesive heat shield from the F\-150/Expedition/Navigator parts list as it is not a discard item. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: \* Harsh 3\-4, 4\-5 upshifts \* Harsh 5\-3, 4\-3 downshifts \* Harsh reverse engagements These symptoms may be worse when cold. This may be due to the F clutch friction plates brinelling into the clutch and planetary container cylinder \(7B177\).
- [ECG\-26.2.11.4 Expedition](/bulletins/11032709.md), 2026-05-15, Over\-the\-air update: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Quality improvements include: \- Enhanced system performance, disk usage limits and memory monitoring
- [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.
- [SSM 54719](/bulletins/11031262.md), 2026-04-10, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. For 20212026 vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test has been introduced in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\). This test utilizes the pressure and vacuum transducer \(PVT\) when available. When referred to a specific clutch \(A\-F\) test by a pinpoint test in Workshop Manual \(WSM\), Section 307\-01 \> Diagnosis and Testing, the Clutch Assembly tests have been updated with a hyperlink to the new Transmission Line Pressure Test \- Pressure Vacuum Transducer \(PVT\) Is Available procedure in WSM, Section 307\-01 \> General Procedures. This procedure provides instructions to perform the FDRS Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test when applicable. The new test improves the accuracy of detecting leaks within transmission fluid circuits and replaces the previous air check method. The previous air check procedure has been shown to produce a high rate of false positives, which may lead to unnecessary repairs when no actual leak is present. Accordingly, the air check procedure is not to be used for diagnosing internal transmission hydraulic leaks or as justification
- [SSM 54674](/bulletins/11030791.md), 2026-04-06, Service bulletin: POWER TRAIN. For 2021\-2026 vehicles equipped with the 10R80 transmission, a new Transmission Clutch Circuit Leak Test has been introduced in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\). This test utilizes the pressure and vacuum transducer \(PVT\) when available. The Workshop Manual \(WSM\) has been updated under Section 307\-01 \> Diagnosis and Testing to include this procedure. The new test improves the accuracy of detecting leaks within transmission fluid circuits and replaces the previous air check method.
- [TSB 25\-2587](/bulletins/11030177.md), 2026-03-23, Service campaign: POWER TRAIN; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: \* Harsh 3\-4, 4\-5 upshifts \* Harsh 5\-3, 4\-3 downshifts \* Harsh reverse engagements These symptoms may be worse when cold. This may be due to the F clutch friction plates brinelling into the clutch and planetary container cylinder \(7B177\).
- [SYNC\-25.1.7.10.1 Expedit](/bulletins/11029650.md), 2026-03-05, Over\-the\-air update: UNKNOWN OR OTHER; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; VISIBILITY/WIPER. "25S49 Recall Remedy: \-Infotainment software update to address frozen screens"
- [SSM 54605](/bulletins/11029440.md), 2026-03-03, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2022\-2024 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with minor feature codes DBCBB or DBCBC may exhibit various driver assistance feature warning messages displayed in the instrument panel cluster \(IPC\). Additionally, some modules may store diagnostic trouble codes \(DTC\) related to invalid data or lost communication. This condition may be due to the software in the image processing module A \(IPMA\). If the IPMA is currently failing to communicate, download and run the "IPMA \- Image Processing Module A \(IPMA\) Recovery" application in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System \(FDRS\) scan tool. Select and run the IPMA Recovery Flash Erase option from the menu. If the driver assistance warnings and/or symptoms are intermittent, and possibly not failing during the dealership visit, download and run the "IPMA \- Image Processing Module A \(IPMA\) Recovery" application in the FDRS scan tool. Select and run the GWM Ethernet Update option from the menu. If IPMA communication had to be restored using the recovery application, download and run the "IPMA \- Image Processing Module \(IPMA\) Alignment" application
- [SYNC\-25.2.1.6.5.2 Expedi](/bulletins/11028317.md), 2026-02-05, Over\-the\-air update: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER; VISIBILITY/WIPER. "Quality Improvements Include: \- Bug Fixing and Feature improvements. \- Resolves black screen issue caused when there is no SiriusXM disk space."
- [SSM 54534](/bulletins/11028170.md), 2026-02-04, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2021\-2025 F\-150, 2022\-2025 Expedition/Navigator, 2023\-2025 F\-Super Duty, 2024\-2025 Ranger and 2026 Transit vehicles may exhibit a discharged battery and/or a no crank/no start condition. The vehicle may also exhibit a clicking noise from the trailer module \(TRM\) while the vehicle is off. This may be due to software in the TRM.\<br /\>\<br /\> Verify the TRM software part number in the vehicle using Ford diagnosis and repair system \(FDRS\) to be PC3T\-19J297\-BF, PC3T\-19J297\-FF, ML3T\-19J297\-CD or ML3T\-19J297\-GD. To confirm a vehicle is equipped with a certain software level, review the software information by hovering over the "Diagnostics" tab in Professional Technician System \(PTS\) and selecting "Vehicle Software". If one of the listed software part numbers is present, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the TRM. For vehicles with any other software part number in the TRM, refer to Workshop Manual \(WSM\), Section 414\-01 to continue with normal diagnostics outside of this article. For claiming use causal part 19H332 and labor operation 2006D and 2006D45 of the Service Labor Time Standards \(SLTS\) Man
- [SSM 54517](/bulletins/11027822.md), 2026-01-27, Service bulletin: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; UNKNOWN OR OTHER. Some 2022\-2024 Expedition Timberline vehicles may exhibit a condition where the trail turn assist feature is disabled after a few seconds of activation. This may be due to the accessory protocol interface module \(APIM\) software. Replacement or reprogramming of the APIM will not resolve this condition. Inform customers that engineering is currently working on a solution for this condition and will be released via software updates delivered over\-the\-air \(OTA\) expected Q3 2026. Software will update automatically if vehicle connectivity is enabled in the vehicles settings. Schedule a service visit for customers who have disabled vehicle connectivity or who report that they did not receive the update by September 2026. Monitor Professional Technician System \(PTS\) for additional information.

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