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Service bulletins for the 2023 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.

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

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SSM 516562023-06-05. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Some 2022-2023 F-150/Bronco/Expedition/Navigator/Escape/Corsair/Bronco Sport/Edge/Mustang vehicles built on 04-Sep-2022 and through 30-Dec-2022 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0230 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). The vehicle may also experience a no start or stall after start. This may be due to an internal PCM issue. If this DTC is present, verify the battery condition, then perform pin point test (PPT) KC of the Work Shop Manual (WSM), Section 310-01. If PPT KC leads to component replacement, start with replacing the PCM and then evaluate the vehicle. If the DTC returns, follow WSM, Section 310-01 PPT KC direction to address the issue.
SSM 516532023-05-31. 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. The technician will need to delete the WiFi connection from the xRC-3365 so it will not automatically reconnect and adjust the date. Next go to Settings>Shop Information>Date/Time Settings and change the date prior to May 1, 2023 and stay off the internet so it will not auto correct itself. Press and hold the power button until the tool turns off. Then turn the xRC-3365 back on and attempt the rescue charge.
TSB 23-21262023-05-30. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles may experience an Active Air Dam System Fault See Manual warning message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). This may be due to the software level in the powertrain control module (PCM). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the PCM to the latest software level via a coordinated flash.
TSB 23-21252023-05-30. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM; BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. Some 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles with the platinum trim level may exhibit a lower than expected vehicle range reading in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) after charging to 80% or higher using a level 1 or level 2 alternating current (AC) charger. This may be due to software in the secondary on board diagnostic module C (SOBDMC). To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram various modules starting with the (SOBDMC).
TSB 22-24282023-05-30. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Some 2017-2023 F-150, 2018-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit and 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 10R60 transmission and built on or before 23-Dec-2022 or with a 18R80/10R80MHT transmission and built on or before 15-Aug-2022 may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift. It is possible the vehicle may also have an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) or diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0751, P0752, P0756, P0757, P0761, P0762, P0766, P0767, P0771, P0772, P2700, P2701, P2702, P2703, P2704, P2705, P2707, P2708, P0729, P0731, P0732, P0733, P0734, P0735, P0736, P076F, P07D9, P07F6 and/or P07F7 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) or transmission control module (TCM). This may be due to the software in the PCM or TCM, the transmission solenoid ID strategy, sticking valves in the main control valve body and/or axial movement of the CDF clutch cylinder (7H351) sleeve.
SSM 516652023-05-29. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Some 2021-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an upper engine thump/knock noise coming from the left cylinder head. This condition is most noticeable at idle and may lessen at higher engine speed or while driving. This condition does not affect vehicle durability and will not get worse over time. Use a stethoscope or chassis ears and listen just behind the left cylinder head intake VCT solenoid on the cam cover to determine if the thump/knock noise is coming from the cylinder head/camshaft. The left cylinder head and the camshaft roller followers are available as service parts.
SSM 516182023-05-24. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. Some 2021-2023 Mustang Mach-E, 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles may experience an exterior charge status indicator not illuminating the blue charging segments after an over the air (OTA) update. Confirm if the Charge Port Light toggle button is not present in the center display screen by selecting Vehicle Icon> Controls> Access> Charge Port Light toggle button, as this button has been removed after OTA update. Replacing the charge port and/or the battery charger control module (BCCM) is not recommended. This condition does not affect charge behavior 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 September 2023. Monitor OASIS for additional information.
SSM 516012023-05-24. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INTEGRATED TRAILER BRAKE CONTROL; TRAILER HITCHES. Some 2021-2023 F-150 and 2022-2023 F-Super Duty/Expedition/Navigator/Maverick vehicles equipped with an integrated trailer module (iTRM) may exhibit a trailer lamp fault message with various related diagnostic trouble codes (DTC). Most trailer emulator testers will not draw enough current to correctly diagnose these concerns. They may be used to diagnose basic functionality of the iTRM, however, some trailer emulator testers may cause false trailer lamp fault messages to appear. The customer's trailer should be used for diagnosis instead of a trailer emulator tester. Refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 417-01 for normal diagnostics.
TSB 23-21162023-05-23. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.. Some 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles with Lariat/Platinum trim levels built on or before 06-Jan-2023 and 2022 Expedition vehicles built on or before 28-Oct-2022 may exhibit a concern with the audio system inoperative or no access to FM, AM or satellite radio modes. This may be due to liquid ingress in the audio front control module (ACM) from the top of the dash area. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the ACM and seal the dash seam.
TSB 23-21302023-05-17. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN:CLUTCH ASSEMBLY. Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a no crank/no start with a battery draw and air conditioning (A/C) clutch engaged at all times. This may be due to an opened diode in the A/C clutch damaging the output driver (FET) in the body control module C (BCMC). To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the BCMC and A/C clutch disc and hub assembly.
TSB 23-21462023-05-16. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. Some 2021-2023 F-150 vehicles may exhibit various driver assistance system warning messages or inoperative features and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U3000:49 stored in the image processing module A (IPMA) that will not clear and not be stored in the vehicle's history. DTC C1001:31 and/or U3000:89 may be stored in the IPMA, but may have recently been cleared and stored in the vehicle's history. This may be due to a connection issue between the IPMA Camera and the IPMA. To correct the condition, perform the following service procedure to repair the connection and reset the IPMA.
SSM 515892023-05-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT; EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE. Some 2021-2023 F-150/Mustang Mach-E/Edge vehicles may exhibit a concern of Android Auto unable to wirelessly connect and/or Android phones rebooting when connected to the vehicle via USB. This is due to a concern with the Google application on the customers device. Google has released a fix for these concerns. For Android phones not connecting wirelessly, request that the customer update their Android Auto version to 6.1 or later. For customers who's Android phone reboots when connected via USB, request that the customer update their Chrome application to 88.0.4324.181 or later. The customers service provider should be able to assist customers having difficulty updating their device. This is not a warrantable repair.
SSM 515882023-05-16. Service bulletin. EQUIPMENT. 2023 F-150 vehicles no longer come equipped with a spare tire lock installed from the factory. This is not a misbuild condition and installation of a spare tire lock is not covered under warranty.
23PU0306BCDET2023-05-05. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. Priority Update 23-PU0306-BCF-DET for 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles is now available. Quality Improvements include: - Removes erroneous "Air Dam Fault" pop-up message - Improved accuracy of displayed range after AC charging - Correction a condition where for cabin-preconditioning & heated steering wheel may not be working properly - Improved route based energy predictions to recommended battery cooling based on expected thermal loading. -Charger locking pin robustness improvement (retract while off plug) -Improved 12V battery drain by decreasing the frequency of the vehicle waking up. -Shorter time to engage electronic park break after drivers door is opened. - Displayed motor temperature will now increase more gradually. - Distance to Empty algorithm improvement. -Improvement to calibration of brake fluid viscosity algorithm to prevent false DTC detection at cold weather -improved brake bleed quality
SSM 515362023-05-04. Service bulletin. STRUCTURE. For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification number (VIN) from a different vehicle. Most modules on these affected vehicles are VIN/vehicle specific and hardware variations between modules do exist. Swapping a module from a vehicle or ordering a module using a different vehicle/VIN can cause ineffective repairs and additional vehicle down time. Make sure all appropriate Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures are followed when diagnosing the condition prior to all module replacements and only order modules using the correct VIN.
SSM 515672023-05-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2022-2023 F-150 PowerBoost vehicles may exhibit a condition where the Midtronics DCA8000P battery tester is unable to test the auxiliary battery. Engineering is aware of this condition and updated software will be loaded in the DCA8000P battery tester in September of 2023 allowing the tester to test the auxiliary battery and generate a battery approval code and diagnostic trouble code (DTC). Follow Workshop Manual (WSM) section 414-01 Battery Diagnosis and Testing to verify battery condition. If the auxiliary battery needs to be replaced a repair validation code (RVC) is not required at this time and should be replaced following the Warranty and Policy Manual standard claiming procedures. Monitor OASIS for additional updates.
SSM 515602023-05-04. Service bulletin. BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE. Some 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles may exhibit This Trip mileage not resetting after a key cycle. This may be due to the software in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). 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 May 2023. Replacement or 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.
TSB 23-21222023-05-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2021-2023 F-150/Mustang Mach-E and 2023 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with BlueCruise/ActiveGlide may experience loss of BlueCruise/ActiveGlide hands-free driving mode availability and/or BlueCruise/ActiveGlide inoperative and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2400:00 in the gateway module (GWM) and advanced driver assistance system (ADAS) modules with no other DTCs present. This may be due to an expired BlueCruise/ActiveGlide map file in the GWM and/or the customer's BlueCruise/ActiveGlide map subscription being expired. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the GWM.
TSB 23-21212023-05-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2023 F-150 non-Lightning vehicles built on or before 28-Feb-2023 at Kansas City Assembly Plant or built on or before 07-Mar-2023 at Dearborn Truck Plant may experience an inoperative FordPass application, inoperative remote start and/or inoperative remote lock and unlock that may be combined with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) U0146:09 stored in the telematics control unit (TCU) and U2402:00 and/or U2402:92 stored in the gateway module (GWM). This may be due to the software level in the GWM. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the GWM to the latest software level via a coordinated flash.
SSM 515452023-05-04. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Some 2022-2023 F-150 Lightning vehicles may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U3012, P062F, and/or P0A7F in the battery energy control module (BECM) and/or P0887 in the secondary on-board diagnostic control module-B (SOBDMB) or secondary on-board control module-C (SOBDMC). This may be due to a loose 12 volt positive or negative battery cable connection or loose ground connection. Prior to performing Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnostics, inspect both ends of the positive and negative battery cable connections and tighten if loose. Inspect connector C1168B and ground G127 for loose connections and tighten to 25 Nm (18 lb-ft). Refer to the Wiring Diagram for connector and ground locations. Perform the High Voltage Battery Capacity Relearn application using Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to clear P0A7F.
SSM 515422023-05-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING; POWER TRAIN. Some 2020-2023 F-150 and 2021-2023 Bronco 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. To correct the condition, replace all 4 of the VCT units following Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-01. For claiming, use causal part 6C525 and applicable labor operations in Section 6 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual. If labor times are not available, claim M-time.
SSM 515322023-05-04. Service bulletin. ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING. Some 2022 Mustang Shelby GT500 vehicles built on 27-Sep-2022 and through 04-Nov-2022, and 2023 F-150 Raptor R vehicles built on 21-Sep-2022 and through 13-Feb-2023, may exhibit an engine oil leak from the front of the engine. This may be due to a crankshaft front oil seal leaking due to an out of specification engine front cover seal bore. To correct the condition, replace the engine front cover. Workshop Manual (WSM) procedures for engine front cover replacement have been updated. Refer to WSM, Section 303-01F. For claiming, use causal part 6019 and M-time.
SSM 515312023-05-04. Service bulletin. POWER TRAIN. Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit, 2021-2023 F-150/Bronco, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2023 F-250/F-350 Super Duty 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.
23B212023-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Certain 2023 Model Year F-150 Lightning Gateway Module Programing; In all of the affected vehicles, the Gateway Module (GWM) may lose internet connection Owner Letter
23B092023-05-02. Service bulletin. ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM. Certain 2022-2023 Model Year F-150 Battery Electric Vehicles (BEVs) High Voltage Battery Coolant Tube Assembly Replacement In all of the affected vehicles, the high voltage battery coolant tube assemblies were manufactured with the incorrect material. The affected coolant tube assemblies may allow the following failure modes to occur

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