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Service bulletins for the 2021 Ford F-150

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.

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

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SSM 501562021-10-01. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.3L or 5.0L engine, Transit vehicles equipped with a 3.5L Duratec engine, and Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.3L engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0106 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) after key-off transportation of the vehicle to higher altitudes. To correct the condition, clear the DTCs, cycle the ignition to OFF, cycle the ignition to ON, wait ten seconds, cycle the ignition to OFF, wait ten seconds, then start the engine. If the condition remains, refer to the Powertrain Control/Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) Manual for diagnostics.
21B522021-09-30. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; ENGINE. Certain 2021 Model Year F-150 Raptor Vehicles Equipped with 3.5L Ecoboost Engines and Pro Power Onboard Powertrain Control Module Reprogramming; In all of the affected vehicles, if the outlet cover located in the bed of the vehicle is open more than approximately 17 degrees (due to a device plugged in, debris, etc.), the vehicle will not shift out of park when started.
21B322021-09-30. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION; ENGINE. Certain 2021 Model Year F-150 Trailer Perimeter Alarm ;In all of the affected vehicles, an unexpected perimeter alarm will activate when the vehicle meets the following conditions: vehicle with transmission in park, ignition off, doors locked, perimeter alarm enabled, and a trailer connected
TSB 21-23062021-09-30. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost, 3.3L or a 5.0L engine may experience an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P2096 and/or P2098 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various software parameters within the PCM and/or a faulty catalyst monitor sensor. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the PCM.
TSB 21-22962021-09-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a clicking/scraping noise from under the vehicle. This may be due to a heat shield becoming detached from the underside of the body and/or pickup bed. The heat shield from the underside of the pickup bed may also be partially detached or missing. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to repair the heat shield(s).
TSB 21-22922021-09-30. Service bulletin. VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY; EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS. Some 2015-2021 F-150, 2017-2021 F-Super Duty and 2018-2021 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a vista roof opening panel may exhibit a binding/sticking, glass stuck open or closed, noisy operation including chatter, rattling, or grinding. This may be due to the glass panel brackets cracking and/or breaking apart. The glass panel brackets are serviceable separately from the frame assembly and require the roof opening panel glass to be moved to the vent position. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the roof opening panel glass brackets
TSB 21-22912021-09-30. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL; EXTERIOR LIGHTING:TAIL LIGHTS; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with blind spot information system (BLIS) and rear lamp assemblies utilizing 2 incandescent bulbs and built on 01-Jan-2021 and through 30-Apr-2021 may experience a turn signal indicator flashing fast in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with one or more of the rear lamp bulbs not flashing. This may be due to an incandescent rear lamp bulb not being completely inserted or has fallen out of the bulb socket. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to inspect and replace the rear lamp wire harness.
TSB 21-22532021-09-30. Service bulletin. SUSPENSION:REAR:SPRINGS. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles with rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR) of 1542 kg (3,400 lb) or 1724 kg (3,800 lb) shown on the vehicle certification (VC) label may experience a pop/clunk/snap noise from the rear of vehicle when driving up/down an incline at an angle (frame twist). This approach angle would be similar to entering or leaving a driveway. This may be due to movement between the rear spring and the rear spring mounting plate on the rear axle. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to apply lubrication between the rear spring and the rear spring mounting plate mating surfaces on the rear axle.
SSM 501512021-09-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator Hybrids, 2021 Corsair Hybrid, 2021 F-150 PowerBoost, and 2021 Mustang Mach-E vehicles may exhibit a no-start with a Stop Safely Now warning message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). The vehicle may have one or more of the following DTCs P0A23, P0A6F, P0A72, P0A75, P0A71, P0A74, P0A77, P0DFA, P06B1, P0A47, P1A0E set by the secondary on-board diagnostic module C (SOBDMC) or secondary on-board diagnostic module B (SOBDMB). This may be due to a drop in the 12-volt circuit. These DTCs will often occur at vehicle key-on and may be difficult to reproduce. Before replacement of the SOBDMC or SOBDMB, diagnose any low voltage DTCs (P0562, U3003) in other modules in the 12V system. If low voltage (less than 10V) is observed in these DTCs snapshot, diagnose the 12v system first. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 418-00.
SSM 501402021-09-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY; POWER TRAIN. Some 2021 Mustang Mach-E, F-150, and Edge vehicles may experience a GWM and/or TCU programming failure with an error message displayed in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) stating The Programming Or Part Number Validation Process Has Failed. This may be due to the USB flash drive being removed from the vehicle media hub before fully completing reprogramming. Reprogram the module(s) following the vehicle onscreen prompts. After the ignition cycle during reprogramming, the touchscreen may go blank. This is a normal part of the reprogramming process. Leave the USB flash drive installed in the media hub until the touchscreen displays Update Successful.
SSM 501322021-09-28. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a base instrument panel cluster (IPC), 4-inch display may experience the transmission temperature gauge reading inaccurately or low after the vehicle has been at operating temperature for quite some time. This may be due to various software parameters in the IPC. Ford is working on an update that is expected via over the air (OTA) in late February of 2022. The software will update automatically if Vehicle Connectivity is turned ON. Inform the customer that powertrain durability is not affected and they can continue to drive the vehicle. Contact the customer in March of 2022 to determine if they received the update. If the customer needs assistance, schedule a follow-up appointment. Monitor OASIS for updates.
SSM 501142021-09-28. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING; EQUIPMENT. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 and built on or after 29-Apr-2021 and through 19-May-2021 may exhibit an inoperative Wireless App Projection feature with a Wireless App Projection Disabled message in the touchscreen. This may be due to various parameters within the gateway module (GWM). To correct the condition, complete Customer Satisfaction Program 21B33.
SSM 500982021-09-28. Service bulletin. TIRES:PRESSURE MONITORING AND REGULATING SYSTEMS; EQUIPMENT; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with navigation may exhibit an illuminated tire pressure monitor system (TPMS) warning indicator and/or a concern with reduced range of the keyfob. This may be due to a telematics control unit (TCU) module concern. Remove the TCU fuse and if the concern is no longer present, replace the TCU. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 415-00. For claiming, use casual part 14F546 and the applicable labor operations of Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
21B372021-09-05. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN; ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. It may be possible for the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to enter an eninge no-start condition at key-on if the software detects a low oil level AND the oil life remaining is between 5-20%. A Ford Power-Up (over-the-air) PCM software update will be available later this year (2021).
SSM 500732021-09-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. When replacing the 6006 long block engine assembly in 2021 F150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.5L EcoBoost or 3.5L PowerBoost with a vehicle build date on or after 19-July-2021 and 2021 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost with a vehicle build date on or after 10-Feb-2021, the turbocharger bypass valve (9U465) and adapter (9V456) must also be replaced. For turbocharger bypass valve and adapter replacement procedures, refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-14.
SSM 500672021-09-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. This may be due to small debris causing the VCT solenoid to stick. Before attempting any component diagnosis or replacement of the VCT solenoid, refer to Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) pinpoint test HK12 to cycle the affected VCT solenoid 10 times to attempt to clear the debris. For claiming, use causal part 6M280 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
SSM 500642021-09-04. Service bulletin. SERVICE BRAKES, ELECTRIC:SOFTWARE/PROGRAMMING. Some 2013-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. The brake rotors should only be machined if directed by the WSM because one or more of the following conditions are present on the braking surface: scoring, excessive corrosion/rust or pitting, bluing/discoloration and/or heat spots. For additional information, refer to WSM section 206-00.
SSM 500492021-09-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:DOGS/SYNCHROS. Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle customers may receive a message in their FordPass or Lincoln Way App stating Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the SYNC Connect or FordPass Connect feature or Lincoln Connect or Embedded Modem Do not replace the TCU or perform any repair to resolve this condition. Refer the owner of the vehicle to Ford Pass Guides or Lincoln Way Concierge Teams to assist in removing the fleet telematics subscription.
SSM 500472021-09-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine and built on or before 9-Apr-2021 may exhibit a no crank/no start with no powertrain control module (PCM) communication condition if the oil life is at or less than 20%. This may be due to various parameters within the PCM. To correct the condition, follow the service procedure in Customer Satisfaction Program 21B37.
SSM 500462021-09-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE; POWER TRAIN:TRANSMISSION CASE/HOUSING. Some 2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility/F-150 Hybrid vehicles equipped with a 10R80 modular hybrid transmission (MHT) may exhibit a transmission fluid leak at the engine disconnect clutch pressure sensor. This condition may be due to loose engine disconnect clutch pressure sensor fasteners. To correct the condition, tighten the engine disconnect clutch pressure sensor fasteners per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 307-01. Replacing the engine disconnect clutch sensor is not necessary to correct the condition.
SSM 500452021-09-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2018-2021 Ford/Lincoln vehicles equipped with a wireless charging pad may exhibit an inoperative charging pad, slow charging, a notification that the phone has been mispositioned on the charging pad and/or the phone charging icon in the center screen is not showing. This may be due to the customer's phone if they are using an iPhone 12. Vehicles equipped with a wireless charging pad are designed to charge best with phones that follow the Qi standard. The iPhone 12 hardware currently does not follow the Qi standard for wireless charging. This may make it difficult for Ford and Lincoln vehicles to wirelessly charge this specific phone. The phone can still be charged using the USB cable if the vehicle experiences the above symptoms. If the customer is using an iPhone 12, verify the wireless charging pad works with a Qi certified phone prior to any part replacements.
SSM 500392021-09-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2016-2021 Ford or Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 or SYNC 4 may exhibit a blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode. This is considered normal due to the power saving features enabled while in transport mode. It is beneficial for battery life to keep the vehicle in transport mode until the vehicle is prepped for sale. To prevent a SYNC system lockup during transport mode deactivation, follow the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedure exactly allowing time for the SYNC system to complete its tasks such as fully booting up or powering down and shutting off before moving to the next step of the procedure. If the vehicle exhibits a blank screen or SYNC symptoms after transport mode deactivation, refer to WSM, Section 415-00 for normal diagnosis. The SYNC version can be confirmed via OASIS.
SSM 500372021-09-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine and 7.2kW Pro Power Onboard may exhibit a message on the center stack screen indicating a circuit breaker on the bed panel outlet is tripped. If the bed panel outlet circuit breakers are not tripped, this may be due to a tripped circuit breaker in the instrument panel above the 120v power outlet. If all breakers are in a non-tripped state, verify the wire harness connector to the instrument panel outlet is fully connected. Engineering is aware of the incorrect circuit breaker messaging and will correct this with an over-the-air SYNC software update in late August 2021. In the interim, advise customers that any circuit breaker tripped message could be caused by any of the 2 bed panel or the IP circuit breakers.
SSM 500362021-09-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles with 3.5L PowerBoost engine and ProPower Onboard may exhibit a center stack screen message stating Pro Power Onboard Turned Off Ground Fault Detected, after performing the Pro Power Onboard test function. This is a normal response after performing the test and full system function may be restored after pressing the on-screen RESET button. Ford is developing an update to the test screens which is expected to be delivered to the vehicle via over-the-air (OTA) SYNC update in late August 2021. Let the customer know they can continue to drive the vehicle and advise to connect to their FordPass account and enable the vehicle to accept the OTA. Schedule a follow-up appointment for September 2021, and contact the customer to understand if OTA was received, and confirm if the service appointment is going forward. Monitor OASIS for updates.
SSM 500352021-09-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may experience an Motor Coolant Over Temperature message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC), along with a stand-alone diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0A2F stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to software parameters in the PCM. Ford is working on an update that is expected via over the air (OTA) in late August 2021. The software will update automatically if Vehicle Connectivity is turned ON. Inform the customer that powertrain durability is not affected and they can continue to drive the vehicle. Contact the customer in September to determine if they received the update. If the customer needs assistance, schedule a follow-up appointment. Monitor OASIS for updates.

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