Ford Transit Connect Service Bulletins (2023)
18 manufacturer communications on file.
- March 7, 2026•Document ID: 11030924OtherELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 25E06
- Date Added:
- April 7, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2021-2023 Model Year Transit Connect Equipped with 2.0L Engine Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming The affected vehicles have an emissions control system that might not control tailpipe emissions effectively
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - December 18, 2025•Document ID: 11027038EmissionsPOWER TRAIN
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 25E06
- Date Added:
- January 6, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2021-2023 Model Year Transit Connect Equipped with 2.0L Engine Powertrain Control Module (PCM) Reprogramming
Associated Products (3)Associated Documents - December 2, 2025•Document ID: 11026928OtherUNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 25L02
- Date Added:
- January 5, 2026
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySpecial Field Action 25L02 Certain 2017-2024 Model Year California Emissions-Certified Vehicles Transmission Control Assembly Reimbursement
Associated Products (59)2024 Ford Bronco2024 Ford Bronco Sport2024 Ford Edge2024 Ford Escape2024 Ford Expedition2024 Ford F-1502024 Ford Maverick2024 Ford Ranger2024 Ford Transit2024 Ford Transit Connect2024 Lincoln Aviator2024 Lincoln Corsair2024 Lincoln Nautilus2024 Lincoln Navigator2023 Ford Bronco2023 Ford Bronco Sport2023 Ford Edge2023 Ford Escape2023 Ford Expedition2023 Ford Explorer+ 39 moreAssociated Documents - March 4, 2025•Document ID: 11015514Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsUNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 53465
- Date Added:
- March 11, 2025
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, 2020-2024 Escape/Corsair/Edge/Nautilus/Transit Connect and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles may exhibit erratic shifting and/or a transmission fluid venting condition. If during the preliminary inspection the transmission fluid is found to be a foamy pink color, this may indicate possible cross contamination of engine coolant and transmission fluid due to an internally leaking transmission fluid cooler assembly.
Associated Products (28)2025 Lincoln Corsair2024 Ford Bronco Sport2024 Ford Edge2024 Ford Escape2024 Ford Maverick2024 Ford Transit Connect2024 Lincoln Corsair2024 Lincoln Nautilus2023 Ford Bronco Sport2023 Ford Edge2023 Ford Escape2023 Ford Maverick2023 Ford Transit Connect2023 Lincoln Corsair2023 Lincoln Nautilus2022 Ford Bronco Sport2022 Ford Edge2022 Ford Escape2022 Ford Maverick2022 Ford Transit Connect+ 8 moreAssociated Documents - October 10, 2024•Document ID: 11008948Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsUNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 53040
- Date Added:
- October 16, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryWhile 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.
Associated Products (61)2024 Ford Bronco2024 Ford Bronco Sport2024 Ford E-3502024 Ford E-4502024 Ford Edge2024 Ford Escape2024 Ford Expedition2024 Ford Explorer2024 Ford F-1502024 Ford Maverick2024 Ford Mustang2024 Ford Ranger2024 Ford Transit2024 Lincoln Aviator2024 Lincoln Corsair2024 Lincoln Navigator2023 Ford Bronco2023 Ford Bronco Sport2023 Ford Edge2023 Ford Escape+ 41 moreAssociated Documents - May 9, 2024•Document ID: 11001143Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsUNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 23B85
- Date Added:
- June 6, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2023 - 2024 Model Year Transit Connect Vehicles with Remote Start - Enable Remote Start
Associated Products (2)Associated Documents - April 3, 2024•Document ID: 10253552Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsUNKNOWN OR OTHER
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 52410
- Date Added:
- April 24, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryVarious vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual recentlyupdated for diagnostics and repairs on SYNC generation 3 and later applications. When performingdiagnostics and repairs on SYNC Gen 3 or later, select the diagnostics tab and search for related symptoms,DTCs and keywords. The search results will be shown in the search results pane. Read and follow allTechnical Service Bulletins (TSB), Special Service Message (SSM)s or General Service Bulletin (GSB) first if abulletin specifically addresses the vehicle concern. If there are no messages, run the appropriate diagnosticpinpoint test found in the Workshop Manual (WSM). Follow the steps in the pinpoint test. Make sure to note thetitle of the guided routine, using the correct one for the vehicle's symptom or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) iscritical. Depending on the outcome of the pinpoint test, a repair validation code (RVC) may be generated eitherin the pinpoint test or Guided Routine. If the vehicle concern still exists after following the pinpoint tests orguided routine, then a manual RVC can be generated using the RVC Assist Form. A manual RVC can only begenerated once the above process has been followed.
Associated Products (55)2024 Ford Bronco2024 Ford Bronco Sport2024 Ford Edge2024 Ford Escape2024 Ford Expedition2024 Ford F-1502024 Ford Maverick2024 Ford Mustang2024 Ford Ranger2024 Ford Transit Connect2024 Lincoln Aviator2024 Lincoln Corsair2024 Lincoln Nautilus2024 Lincoln Navigator2023 Ford Bronco2023 Ford Bronco Sport2023 Ford Edge2023 Ford Escape2023 Ford Expedition2023 Ford F-150+ 35 moreAssociated Documents - March 6, 2024•Document ID: 10251952Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 52335
- Date Added:
- March 20, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryFor 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbochargers replaced for oil leak symptoms and although oil may collect on the external surface of a turbocharger, it is extremely rare for a turbocharger assembly to be the root cause of the oil leak. Careful inspection of the turbocharger oil feed and drain tubes should be performed along with the recommended WSM procedures as needed. Warranty claims for turbocharger replacement going forward will be assessed.
Associated Products (60)2024 Ford Bronco2024 Ford Bronco Sport2024 Ford Edge2024 Ford Escape2024 Ford Expedition2024 Ford Explorer2024 Ford F-1502024 Ford Maverick2024 Ford Mustang2024 Ford Ranger2024 Ford Transit2024 Lincoln Aviator2024 Lincoln Corsair2024 Lincoln Nautilus2023 Ford Bronco2023 Ford Bronco Sport2023 Ford Edge2023 Ford Escape2023 Ford Expedition2023 Ford Explorer+ 40 moreAssociated Documents - February 29, 2024•Document ID: 10250852Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 52307
- Date Added:
- March 5, 2024
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPassî/LincolnWayî app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected if the vehicle has not been started for 14 consecutive days, battery voltage is at/below 9.5 volts or the body control module (BCM) 12 volt battery state of charge (SoC) drops below 50%. If the vehicle is going into deep sleep due to one of these conditions, follow normal Workshop Manual (WSM) Section 414-01 procedure to correct the concern. If the vehicle is going into deep sleep outside these conditions, this may be due to the telematics control unit (TCU) software. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the TCU to the latest software. For claiming, use causal part 14G229 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (30)2023 Ford Bronco Sport2023 Ford Explorer2023 Ford Maverick2023 Ford Mustang2023 Ford Ranger2023 Ford Transit Connect2023 Lincoln Aviator2022 Ford Bronco Sport2022 Ford Ecosport2022 Ford Escape2022 Ford Explorer2022 Ford Maverick2022 Ford Mustang2022 Ford Ranger2022 Ford Transit2022 Ford Transit Connect2022 Lincoln Aviator2022 Lincoln Corsair2021 Ford Bronco Sport2021 Ford Ecosport+ 10 moreAssociated Documents - November 16, 2023•Document ID: 10245386Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 52072
- Date Added:
- November 21, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2023 Transit Connect vehicles built on 31-Oct-2022 and through 05-Sep-2023 may exhibit a condition where the remote start feature is inoperative using the FordPass mobile application. The settings to enable/disable remote start may also not be available within the instrument panel cluster (IPC) message center menu. This may be due to incorrect configuration data being present in the body control module (BCM), IPC and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) modules. To correct the condition, download and run the configuration applications for the BCM, IPC, and HVAC modules using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) diagnostic scan tool. For claiming, use causal part 15604 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - October 23, 2023•Document ID: 10244873Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 52009
- Date Added:
- November 3, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2023 Transit Connect vehicles built on 31-Oct-2022 and through 01-Sep-2023 may exhibit a condition where the remote start feature is inoperative using the FordPass mobile application. The settings to enable/disable remote start may also not be available within the instrument panel cluster (IPC) message center menu. This may be due to incorrect configuration data being present in the body control module (BCM), IPC and heating, ventilation, and air conditioning (HVAC) modules. To correct the condition, download and run the configuration applications for the BCM, IPC, and HVAC modules using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) diagnostic scan tool. For claiming, use causal part 15604 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - September 18, 2023•Document ID: 10243543Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51930
- Date Added:
- October 4, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2023 Transit Connect vehicles built on 24-Apr-2023 and through 02-May-2023 and equipped with a liftgate may experience inoperative two stage unlocking from the remote keyless entry (RKE) transmitter and feature will not change when adjusted in instrument panel cluster (IPC) settings. This may be due to incorrect configuration data in the IPC and body control module (BCM). To correct this condition, download and run the IPC - Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) Configuration and BCM - Body Control Module (BCM) Configuration applications using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) diagnostic scan tool. For claiming, use causal part 15604 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - August 31, 2023•Document ID: 10241963Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsBACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
- Mfr Comm. #:
- 23B48
- Date Added:
- September 7, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryCertain 2023 Model Year Transit Connect Vehicles - SYNC 3 Module Configuration
Associated Products (1)Associated Documents - June 16, 2023•Document ID: 10237977Service Bulletin/Repair InstructionsELECTRICAL SYSTEM
- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51725
- Date Added:
- June 21, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPass®/LincolnWay® app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected if the vehicle has not been started for 14 consecutive days, battery voltage is at/below 9.5 volts or the body control module (BCM) 12 volt battery state of charge (SoC) drops below 50%. If the vehicle is going into deep sleep outside these conditions, this may be due to the telematics control unit (TCU) software. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the TCU to the latest software. For claiming, use causal part 14G229 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SAN-Vol1 I1
- Date Added:
- August 16, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryThe Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical service tips and other service information.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51536
- Date Added:
- May 4, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummaryFor 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.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51449
- Date Added:
- April 5, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- LINCOLN
SummarySome 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPassî/LincolnWayî app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected if the vehicle has not been started for 14 consecutive days, battery voltage is at/below 9.5 volts or the body control module (BCM) 12 volt battery state of charge (SoC) drops below 50%. If the vehicle is going into deep sleep outside these conditions, this may be due to the telematics control unit (TCU) software. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the TCU to the latest software. For claiming, use causal part 14G229 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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- Mfr Comm. #:
- SSM 51448
- Date Added:
- April 5, 2023
- Manufacturer:
- FORD
SummarySome 2023 Transit Connect vehicles built on 03-Nov-2022 and through 03-Mar-2023 equipped with SYNC3 may exhibit the FordPass application is not available for selection on the SYNC menu. This may be due to incorrect configuration data being present in the accessory protocol interface module (APIM). To correct this condition, perform the APIM configuration programming feature using Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). For claiming, use causal part 14G371 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.
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