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2018 FORD EXPLORER Technical Service Bulletins

Technical Service Bulletin information provided by National Highway Traffic Safety Administration


  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    RECORD_ID: 4962682

    NHTSA Item Number: 11008948

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Oct 16, 2024

    Bulletin Number: SSM 53040

    Date Posted: Oct 10, 2024

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 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.

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    RECORD_ID: 4729776

    NHTSA Item Number: 11001174

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 6, 2024

    Bulletin Number: TSB 24-2165

    Date Posted: May 27, 2024

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: This article supersedes TSB 21-2175 to update the TSB Service Procedure. Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang, 2017-2018 Continental/Fusion/MKZ, 2017-2019 Explorer, 2016-2019 Escape/MKC/Fle

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 4694242

    NHTSA Item Number: 10254138

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 3, 2024

    Bulletin Number: SSM 52476

    Date Posted: Apr 24, 2024

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during initial delivery. U

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    RECORD_ID: 4694456

    NHTSA Item Number: 10254142

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 3, 2024

    Bulletin Number: SSM 52483

    Date Posted: Apr 25, 2024

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer and 2018-2024 Transit/F-150/Expedition/Navigator vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). Diagnosis sh

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 4636634

    NHTSA Item Number: 10251934

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 20, 2024

    Bulletin Number: SSM 52314

    Date Posted: Mar 1, 2024

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the timing gear breakin

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 4637114

    NHTSA Item Number: 10251952

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 20, 2024

    Bulletin Number: SSM 52335

    Date Posted: Mar 6, 2024

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: For 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

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 4319396

    NHTSA Item Number: 10241627

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 4, 2023

    Bulletin Number: SSM 51838

    Date Posted: Aug 2, 2023

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app through the TCU Emb

  • EQUIPMENT: OTHER: OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    RECORD_ID: 4300569

    NHTSA Item Number: 10240743

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 16, 2023

    Bulletin Number: SAN-Vol1 I1

    Date Posted: Jun 8, 2023

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: OTHER: OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: The 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 oth

  • STRUCTURE

    RECORD_ID: 4161602

    NHTSA Item Number: 10235153

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 4, 2023

    Bulletin Number: SSM 51536

    Date Posted: Apr 4, 2023

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 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 d

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 4042803

    NHTSA Item Number: 10230835

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Feb 2, 2023

    Bulletin Number: SSM 51306

    Date Posted: Jan 19, 2023

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2023 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may b

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3868363

    NHTSA Item Number: 10222454

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Oct 5, 2022

    Bulletin Number: 20B27 S1

    Date Posted: Sep 1, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer Vehicles Equipped With the 2.3L Engine and 6F35 Transmission Powertrain Control Module Reprogram Submitting Owner Letters

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 3868373

    NHTSA Item Number: 10222454

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Oct 5, 2022

    Bulletin Number: 20B27 S1

    Date Posted: Sep 1, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer Vehicles Equipped With the 2.3L Engine and 6F35 Transmission Powertrain Control Module Reprogram Submitting Owner Letters

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3868378

    NHTSA Item Number: 10222455

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Oct 5, 2022

    Bulletin Number: 20N07 S2

    Date Posted: Sep 1, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer Vehicles Equipped With the 2.3L Engine and 6F35 Transmission - Transmission Extended Warranty Coverage Updated Owner Letters: 20N07/20B27 S1

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE: SOFTWARE

    RECORD_ID: 3821585

    NHTSA Item Number: 10219034

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 1, 2022

    Bulletin Number: 20B27 S1

    Date Posted: Aug 31, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE: SOFTWARE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with the 2.3L engine and 6F35 transmission; Powertrain Control Module reprogram. Supplement: Program terms will be in effect through August 31, 2023 This program is now eligible for mobile r

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    RECORD_ID: 3821587

    NHTSA Item Number: 10219034

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 1, 2022

    Bulletin Number: 20B27 S1

    Date Posted: Aug 31, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with the 2.3L engine and 6F35 transmission; Powertrain Control Module reprogram. Supplement: Program terms will be in effect through August 31, 2023 This program is now eligible for mobile r

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3821595

    NHTSA Item Number: 10219034

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 1, 2022

    Bulletin Number: 20B27 S1

    Date Posted: Aug 31, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with the 2.3L engine and 6F35 transmission; Powertrain Control Module reprogram. Supplement: Program terms will be in effect through August 31, 2023 This program is now eligible for mobile r

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3822225

    NHTSA Item Number: 10219060

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 1, 2022

    Bulletin Number: 21N01 S2

    Date Posted: Aug 31, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2016-2018 Model Year Explorer Vehicles High-Speed Cooling Fan Motor Relay; Reason for supplement: Vehicles Covered by this Program: all open / unrepaired vehicles from 21B05 (Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles) have been added to 21N01 as 21B05 e

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3795685

    NHTSA Item Number: 10217028

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 2, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50975

    Date Posted: Jul 29, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2022 Ford/Lincoln customers may experience a notification in the FordPass??????????????®/LincolnWay??????????????® app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. This occurs when the vehicle has not been started for 14 consecutive days, ba

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3788212

    NHTSA Item Number: 10216541

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 29, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50954

    Date Posted: Jul 21, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with Police, Base 100A, or XLT 200A package trim levels (Type 1 analog cluster in the Owner's Manual) built on 08-May-2018 and through 05-Aug-2018 may exhibit a parasitic battery drain of appr

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3786180

    NHTSA Item Number: 10216459

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 28, 2022

    Bulletin Number: TSB 22-2287

    Date Posted: Jul 19, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit a vibration/rough idle when the vehicle is in drive (D) or reverse (R). The vehicle may also exhibit a lack of engine revolutions per minute (RPM), lack of accelerat

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3742880

    NHTSA Item Number: 10214832

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 30, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50873

    Date Posted: Jun 21, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners may experience a condition of missing authorization, command and control, battery charging details or phone-as-a-key setup buttons/selections in their FordPass or LincolnWay App. This condition is due to an er

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3726495

    NHTSA Item Number: 10214158

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 17, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50841

    Date Posted: Jun 8, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2022 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0627, P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may b

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3652716

    NHTSA Item Number: 10212957

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50804

    Date Posted: May 24, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2023 Ford or Lincoln vehicles with modems activated through FordPass or LincolnWay may experience 12 volt battery drain symptoms when the customer uses non-Ford/Lincoln phone applications as an alternate channel to access vehicle commands such as

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3607344

    NHTSA Item Number: 10210941

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 4, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50651

    Date Posted: Apr 5, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating "Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app through the TCU Em

  • COMMUNICATION: MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    RECORD_ID: 3607350

    NHTSA Item Number: 10210941

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 4, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50651

    Date Posted: Apr 5, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: COMMUNICATION: MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: In various 2017-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating "Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app through the TCU Em

  • COMMUNICATION: MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    RECORD_ID: 3605019

    NHTSA Item Number: 10210816

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 3, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50726

    Date Posted: Apr 27, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: COMMUNICATION: MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition pri

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3585377

    NHTSA Item Number: 10210242

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 13, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50661

    Date Posted: Apr 6, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2022 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due t

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3585388

    NHTSA Item Number: 10210242

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 13, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50661

    Date Posted: Apr 6, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2022 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with Diagnostic Trouble Codes (DTCs) P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due t

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 3555821

    NHTSA Item Number: 10209209

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 22, 2022

    Bulletin Number: TSB 22-2104

    Date Posted: Mar 21, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: This article supersedes TSB 21-2236 to update the models and year affected. Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2022 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2022 Edge/F150/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017-2022 F-Super Duty

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3555860

    NHTSA Item Number: 10209209

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 22, 2022

    Bulletin Number: TSB 22-2104

    Date Posted: Mar 21, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: This article supersedes TSB 21-2236 to update the models and year affected. Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2022 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2022 Edge/F150/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017-2022 F-Super Duty

  • EQUIPMENT: MECHANICAL

    RECORD_ID: 3555980

    NHTSA Item Number: 10209209

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 22, 2022

    Bulletin Number: TSB 22-2104

    Date Posted: Mar 21, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: MECHANICAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: This article supersedes TSB 21-2236 to update the models and year affected. Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2022 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2022 Edge/F150/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017-2022 F-Super Duty

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 3532643

    NHTSA Item Number: 10208146

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Feb 23, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50502

    Date Posted: Feb 17, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2018 Focus/MKX/C-MAX, 2017-2019 MKC/Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2017-2020 Fusion/MKZ/Continental, 2017-2022 Mustang/Edge/Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility/Escape/F-150/F-Super Duty, 2018-2022 Expedition/Navigator, 2019-2022 Ranger/Nautilus, 2020-2022 Cors

  • VISIBILITY: SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    RECORD_ID: 3503116

    NHTSA Item Number: 10207049

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Feb 4, 2022

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50379

    Date Posted: Jan 7, 2022

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: VISIBILITY: SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2011-2022 Explorer and 2020-2022 Aviator vehicles may experience an inoperative roof opening panel motor. If diagnostics lead to a motor replacement, visually inspect the original motor for signs of water intrusion. If found, determine source of water

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3478059

    NHTSA Item Number: 10205725

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 3, 2022

    Bulletin Number: 21N01-S1

    Date Posted: Dec 16, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2016-2018 Model Year Explorer Vehicles High-Speed Cooling Fan Motor Relay ; Reason for supplement: Vehicle Build Date: Ending build date for Chicago Assembly built vehicles has been updated

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    RECORD_ID: 3477754

    NHTSA Item Number: 10205694

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 27, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50375

    Date Posted: Dec 23, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update. This may be due to an incomplete installation of the SYNC map software. If possible, using the

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    RECORD_ID: 3477920

    NHTSA Item Number: 10205694

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 27, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50375

    Date Posted: Dec 23, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a condition where the navigation voice prompts are inoperative after a SYNC map update. This may be due to an incomplete installation of the SYNC map software. If possible, using the

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    RECORD_ID: 3472995

    NHTSA Item Number: 10205482

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 26, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50346

    Date Posted: Dec 14, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed or DTCs U2100 and/or B156D in the telematics control

  • COMMUNICATION: MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    RECORD_ID: 3439691

    NHTSA Item Number: 10203841

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 7, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50251

    Date Posted: Nov 2, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: COMMUNICATION: MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition pri

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    RECORD_ID: 3439707

    NHTSA Item Number: 10203841

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 7, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50251

    Date Posted: Nov 2, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition pri

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 3387258

    NHTSA Item Number: 10201085

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 5, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 21N01

    Date Posted: Aug 19, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: This program provides a no-cost, one-time repair (if needed) to the high-speed cooling fan relay and respective electrical terminals, if affected, to ten (10) years of service or 150,000 miles from the warranty start date of the vehicle, whichever occurs f

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3386004

    NHTSA Item Number: 10201013

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 4, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50039

    Date Posted: Aug 16, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 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 transpo

  • POWER TRAIN: MANUAL TRANSMISSION: INTERNAL: DOGS/SYNCHROS

    RECORD_ID: 3386168

    NHTSA Item Number: 10201019

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 4, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50049

    Date Posted: Aug 17, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: MANUAL TRANSMISSION: INTERNAL: DOGS/SYNCHROS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 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 Emb

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3386882

    NHTSA Item Number: 10201050

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 4, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 50067

    Date Posted: Aug 27, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 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 t

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3346605

    NHTSA Item Number: 10199479

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 2, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N11-S3

    Date Posted: Jul 12, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: On some of the affected vehicles, the roof rack covers may become detached from the vehicle.

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 3347288

    NHTSA Item Number: 10199536

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 2, 2021

    Bulletin Number: TSB 21-2236

    Date Posted: Jul 22, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Fusion/MKZ, 2013-2021 Escape, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2021 Edge/F150/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017-2021 F-Super Duty, 2018-2021 EcoSport/Expedition, 2019-2021 Ranger/Nautilus, 2021 Bronco Spor

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3321907

    NHTSA Item Number: 10198605

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: TSB 21-2175

    Date Posted: Jun 2, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F-150/Focus/C-MAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/Transit Connect/Mustang, 2017-2018 Continental/Fusion/MKZ, 2017-2019 Explorer, 2016-2019 Escape/MKC/Flex/MKT/Taurus/Transit/Expedition/F-Super Duty, and 2018-2019 EcoSport vehi

  • COMMUNICATION: MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    RECORD_ID: 3286926

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194413

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49795

    Date Posted: May 12, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: COMMUNICATION: MANUFACTURER TELEMATICS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the FordPass/LincolnWay App due to an erroneous deep sleep message. If the vehicle has been driven within 14 days and the battery state of charge is above 9.5 volts whe

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3286939

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194413

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49795

    Date Posted: May 12, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may not be able to perform remote commands via the FordPass/LincolnWay App due to an erroneous deep sleep message. If the vehicle has been driven within 14 days and the battery state of charge is above 9.5 volts whe

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3287801

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194419

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49803

    Date Posted: May 18, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed or DTCs U2100 and/or B156D in the telematics control

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3287820

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194419

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49803

    Date Posted: May 18, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed or DTCs U2100 and/or B156D in the telematics control

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 3287906

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194419

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49803

    Date Posted: May 18, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed or DTCs U2100 and/or B156D in the telematics control

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3288168

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194425

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49820

    Date Posted: May 24, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners may experience a condition of missing Authorization, Command and Control, Battery Charging Details or Phone-as-a-Key setup buttons/selections in their FordPass or LincolnWay App. This condition is due to an er

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3288177

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194425

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49820

    Date Posted: May 24, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicle owners may experience a condition of missing Authorization, Command and Control, Battery Charging Details or Phone-as-a-Key setup buttons/selections in their FordPass or LincolnWay App. This condition is due to an er

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 3288390

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194428

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49821

    Date Posted: May 24, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 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 t

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    RECORD_ID: 3288409

    NHTSA Item Number: 10194428

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 1, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49821

    Date Posted: May 24, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 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 t

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3174989

    NHTSA Item Number: 10189754

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N11-S2

    Date Posted: Mar 25, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2016 - 2019 Model Year Explorer Vehicles equipped with a Roof Rail Roof Rail Cover Detachment On some of the affected vehicles, the roof rail covers can become loose, which can lead to a visible gap between the cover and roof rail base assembly, r

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3175089

    NHTSA Item Number: 10189764

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 21B13

    Date Posted: Mar 1, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2017-2019 Model Year Explorer Vehicles Rear Wheel Knuckle and Toe Link Replacement This program is a proactive investigation by Ford Motor Company to obtain field parts for testing. Ford is voluntarily conducting this program to replace both rear

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3140440

    NHTSA Item Number: 10187724

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N07-S2

    Date Posted: Feb 5, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: This program extends the warranty coverage of the automatic transmission torque converter for twelve (12) months from the RO date of Powertrain Control Module reflash under Customer Satisfaction Program 20B27.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 3140444

    NHTSA Item Number: 10187726

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N11-S1

    Date Posted: Feb 1, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: A new 3M adhesive is now available, allowing a longer working time, along with mixing nozzles and applicator. 3M Universal Adhesive Black Part Number 08223, 3M Static Mixing Nozzles Part Number 08193 This program provides a one-time repair for the roo

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3140446

    NHTSA Item Number: 10187726

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N11-S1

    Date Posted: Feb 1, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: A new 3M adhesive is now available, allowing a longer working time, along with mixing nozzles and applicator. 3M Universal Adhesive Black Part Number 08223, 3M Static Mixing Nozzles Part Number 08193 This program provides a one-time repair for the roo

  • STRUCTURE

    RECORD_ID: 3140453

    NHTSA Item Number: 10187726

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N11-S1

    Date Posted: Feb 1, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: A new 3M adhesive is now available, allowing a longer working time, along with mixing nozzles and applicator. 3M Universal Adhesive Black Part Number 08223, 3M Static Mixing Nozzles Part Number 08193 This program provides a one-time repair for the roo

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3144524

    NHTSA Item Number: 10187930

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49541

    Date Posted: Feb 3, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with TCU and WiFi Hotspot, May display Vehicle Hotspot feature not enabled on this vehicle when attempting to enter the Hotspot menu. When using the FordPass/Lincoln Way application, the customer may receiv

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3145066

    NHTSA Item Number: 10188010

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49618

    Date Posted: Feb 23, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2021 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P025A And/Or DTC U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to an intermittent or partial disconnect of th

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3145073

    NHTSA Item Number: 10188010

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 3, 2021

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49618

    Date Posted: Feb 23, 2021

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2021 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit, Aviator and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P025A And/Or DTC U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to an intermittent or partial disconnect of th

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    RECORD_ID: 3080873

    NHTSA Item Number: 10184634

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 5, 2021

    Bulletin Number: TSB 20-2271

    Date Posted: Dec 10, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit a vibration/rough idle when the vehicle is in DRIVE or REVERSE. The vehicle may also exhibit a lack of engine revolutions per minute (RPM), lack of acceleration on t

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 3080879

    NHTSA Item Number: 10184634

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 5, 2021

    Bulletin Number: TSB 20-2271

    Date Posted: Dec 10, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 MKC and 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L engine may exhibit a vibration/rough idle when the vehicle is in DRIVE or REVERSE. The vehicle may also exhibit a lack of engine revolutions per minute (RPM), lack of acceleration on t

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3080997

    NHTSA Item Number: 10184652

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 5, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N07-S1

    Date Posted: Dec 9, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: In some of the affected vehicles, customers may experience adverse NVH, vibration and/or rough idle in Drive or Reverse, low performance/lack of acceleration during launch, sluggish vehicle operation and shudder while driving

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 3081004

    NHTSA Item Number: 10184652

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 5, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N07-S1

    Date Posted: Dec 9, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: In some of the affected vehicles, customers may experience adverse NVH, vibration and/or rough idle in Drive or Reverse, low performance/lack of acceleration during launch, sluggish vehicle operation and shudder while driving

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 3081040

    NHTSA Item Number: 10184654

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 5, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N11

    Date Posted: Dec 8, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: On some of the affected vehicles, the roof rail covers can become loose, which can lead to a visible gap between the cover and roof rail base assembly, rattling, and potential detachment.

  • STRUCTURE: BODY: ROOF AND PILLARS

    RECORD_ID: 3081044

    NHTSA Item Number: 10184654

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 5, 2021

    Bulletin Number: 20N11

    Date Posted: Dec 8, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE: BODY: ROOF AND PILLARS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: On some of the affected vehicles, the roof rail covers can become loose, which can lead to a visible gap between the cover and roof rail base assembly, rattling, and potential detachment.

  • EQUIPMENT: OTHER: OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    RECORD_ID: 3020145

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181913

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49284

    Date Posted: Oct 26, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: OTHER: OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with TCU and WiFi Hotspot, May display Vehicle Hotspot feature not enabled on this vehicle when attempting to enter the Hotspot menu. When using the FordPass/Lincoln Way application, the customer may receiv

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    RECORD_ID: 3020193

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181913

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49284

    Date Posted: Oct 26, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with TCU and WiFi Hotspot, May display Vehicle Hotspot feature not enabled on this vehicle when attempting to enter the Hotspot menu. When using the FordPass/Lincoln Way application, the customer may receiv

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    RECORD_ID: 3020569

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181931

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49292

    Date Posted: Oct 29, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed or DTCs U2100 and/or B156D in the telematics control

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    RECORD_ID: 3020636

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181931

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49292

    Date Posted: Oct 29, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit inoperative remote features via the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization, no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed or DTCs U2100 and/or B156D in the telematics control

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 3020717

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181934

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49288

    Date Posted: Oct 28, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 EcoSport/Expedition/Explorer vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit (TCU) module may exhibit an inoperative remote start with a Vehicle Failed To Start message when using the Ford Pass mobile application. This message may be observed ev

  • ENGINE

    RECORD_ID: 3020723

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181934

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49288

    Date Posted: Oct 28, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 EcoSport/Expedition/Explorer vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit (TCU) module may exhibit an inoperative remote start with a Vehicle Failed To Start message when using the Ford Pass mobile application. This message may be observed ev

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    RECORD_ID: 3022456

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181985

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: 20B27

    Date Posted: Oct 9, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: In affected vehicles, the transmission torque converter may overheat in certain driving conditions. If the torque converter overheats it can lead to adverse NVH, rough idle, and low performance concerns. Ultimately this will require internal transmission r

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3022464

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181985

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: 20B27

    Date Posted: Oct 9, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: In affected vehicles, the transmission torque converter may overheat in certain driving conditions. If the torque converter overheats it can lead to adverse NVH, rough idle, and low performance concerns. Ultimately this will require internal transmission r

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 3022538

    NHTSA Item Number: 10181988

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: 20N07

    Date Posted: Oct 9, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: In some of the affected vehicles, customers may experience adverse NVH, vibration and/or rough idle in Drive or Reverse, low performance / lack of acceleration during launch, sluggish vehicle operation and shudder while driving.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 2992950

    NHTSA Item Number: 10180428

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Oct 6, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49210

    Date Posted: Sep 25, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2009-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbochargers may exhibit an oil leak from the turbocharger oil supply or return tubes, O-rings or 6.7L pedestal gasket. Although oil may collect on the turbocharger, it is very rare for a turbocharger

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    RECORD_ID: 2953192

    NHTSA Item Number: 10179117

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 2, 2020

    Bulletin Number: TSB 20-2255

    Date Posted: Aug 6, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016 MKS, 2016-2017 Navigator, 2016-2018 F150/Focus/CMAX/Edge/Fiesta/MKX/ Transit Connect/Mustang, 2017-2018 Continental/Fusion/MKZ, 2017-2019 Explorer, 2016-2019 Escape/MKC/Flex/MKT/Taurus/Transit/Expedition/F-Super Duty, and 2018-2019 EcoSport vehic

  • STRUCTURE

    RECORD_ID: 2914055

    NHTSA Item Number: 10177863

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 6, 2020

    Bulletin Number: TSB 20-2233

    Date Posted: Jul 13, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: This article supersedes TSB 19-2026 to update the vehicle model years affected. Some 2000 and newer Ford/Lincoln/Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without ac

  • STEERING

    RECORD_ID: 2910072

    NHTSA Item Number: 10177703

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48989

    Date Posted: Jul 10, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STEERING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2019 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit various noise concerns while turning. Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 211-02 Power Steering > Diagnosis and Testing has been updated with improved information to aid with accurate noise

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2910121

    NHTSA Item Number: 10177708

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 49001

    Date Posted: Jul 17, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer/Expedition/F-150/F-Super Duty/Taurus vehicles equipped with a forward collision warning head up display (HUD) may exhibit various warning indicators caused by a possible intermittent lack of HS2-CAN (HS-CAN for Taurus) network commu

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 2895793

    NHTSA Item Number: 10176938

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48876

    Date Posted: Jun 5, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: For 2013-2019 Ford Explorer vehicles that require rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly repairs, dealers are advised to follow Workshop Manual (WSM) Procedures and use service parts recommended by Ford only. Ford has received reports of toe link failures

  • WHEELS

    RECORD_ID: 2895794

    NHTSA Item Number: 10176938

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48876

    Date Posted: Jun 5, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: WHEELS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: For 2013-2019 Ford Explorer vehicles that require rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly repairs, dealers are advised to follow Workshop Manual (WSM) Procedures and use service parts recommended by Ford only. Ford has received reports of toe link failures

  • SUSPENSION: REAR

    RECORD_ID: 2895803

    NHTSA Item Number: 10176938

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48876

    Date Posted: Jun 5, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SUSPENSION: REAR

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: For 2013-2019 Ford Explorer vehicles that require rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly repairs, dealers are advised to follow Workshop Manual (WSM) Procedures and use service parts recommended by Ford only. Ford has received reports of toe link failures

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2895823

    NHTSA Item Number: 10176938

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48876

    Date Posted: Jun 5, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: For 2013-2019 Ford Explorer vehicles that require rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly repairs, dealers are advised to follow Workshop Manual (WSM) Procedures and use service parts recommended by Ford only. Ford has received reports of toe link failures

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

    RECORD_ID: 2896398

    NHTSA Item Number: 10176960

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48934

    Date Posted: Jun 24, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer/Expedition/F-150/F-Super Duty/Taurus vehicles equipped with a forward collision warning head up display (HUD) may exhibit various warning indicators caused by a possible intermittent lack of HS2-CAN network communication. If the con

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2899059

    NHTSA Item Number: 10177042

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48908

    Date Posted: Jun 17, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a SYNC 3 Touchscreen may experience the volume control unresponsive from the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM) and steering volume controls when using Apple Car Play. When the Apple device is remov

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2899298

    NHTSA Item Number: 10177042

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48908

    Date Posted: Jun 17, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a SYNC 3 Touchscreen may experience the volume control unresponsive from the Front Control Interface Module (FCIM) and steering volume controls when using Apple Car Play. When the Apple device is remov

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2860177

    NHTSA Item Number: 10175895

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 5, 2020

    Bulletin Number: TSB 20-2171

    Date Posted: May 18, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus,2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2020 Edge/F150/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017-2020 F-Super Duty, 2018-2020 EcoSport/Expedition, 2019-2020 Ranger/Nautilus vehicles may experience seat

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2860323

    NHTSA Item Number: 10175895

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 5, 2020

    Bulletin Number: TSB 20-2171

    Date Posted: May 18, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2020 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus,2015-2019 MKC, 2015-2020 Edge/F150/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017-2020 F-Super Duty, 2018-2020 EcoSport/Expedition, 2019-2020 Ranger/Nautilus vehicles may experience seat

  • STRUCTURE: BODY: ROOF AND PILLARS

    RECORD_ID: 2860072

    NHTSA Item Number: 10175890

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: TSB 20-2154

    Date Posted: May 7, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE: BODY: ROOF AND PILLARS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit roof rail covers that become loose or partially detached. This may be caused by a lack of retention of the clips securing the roof rail covers. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace t

  • WHEELS

    RECORD_ID: 2865640

    NHTSA Item Number: 10176117

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48821

    Date Posted: May 14, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: WHEELS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: For 2013-2019 Ford Explorer vehicles that require rear wheel knuckle and bushing assembly repairs, dealers are advised to follow Workshop Manual (WSM) Procedures and use service parts recommended by Ford only. Ford has received reports of toe link failures

  • STEERING

    RECORD_ID: 2865695

    NHTSA Item Number: 10176121

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48834

    Date Posted: May 22, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STEERING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2019 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit various noise concerns while turning. Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 211-02 Power Steering > Diagnosis and Testing is in the process of being updated with improved information to aid w

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2865787

    NHTSA Item Number: 10176123

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48858

    Date Posted: May 29, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2012-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit an inoperative remote start with a 'Vehicle Failed To Start' message when using MyFord Mobile/Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile applications. The cellular cloud systems will only allow two

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2822196

    NHTSA Item Number: 10174421

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48757

    Date Posted: Apr 22, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some customers may experience a notification in the FordPass and/or LincolnWay apps that indicates their vehicle has entered "deep sleep mode". This mode is enabled due to the vehicle not being started for 14 consecutive days or battery voltage is at/or be

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2778913

    NHTSA Item Number: 10172972

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 2, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48619

    Date Posted: Mar 9, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: SSM 48619 - Various Vehicles - Perimeter Alarm Armed And Original Vehicle Keys Cannot Be Accessed to Enter Vehicle - CAN Protection Strategy Some 2013-2016 Model Year Vehicles may exhibit a concern in which the Perimeter Alarm is active and the original

  • UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    RECORD_ID: 2779047

    NHTSA Item Number: 10172972

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 2, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48619

    Date Posted: Mar 9, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: UNKNOWN OR OTHER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: SSM 48619 - Various Vehicles - Perimeter Alarm Armed And Original Vehicle Keys Cannot Be Accessed to Enter Vehicle - CAN Protection Strategy Some 2013-2016 Model Year Vehicles may exhibit a concern in which the Perimeter Alarm is active and the original

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2755967

    NHTSA Item Number: 10172019

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 3, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48558

    Date Posted: Feb 18, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: SSM 48558 - 2017-2020 Various Vehicles Equipped With Telematics Control Unit (TCU) - Various FordPass/LincolnWay Mobile App Concerns Some 2017-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2728022

    NHTSA Item Number: 10170919

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Feb 4, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48431

    Date Posted: Jan 7, 2020

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a heated front seat that does not operate properly after turning the ignition on after a remote start event. The seat back heats properly while the lower seat cushion does not. To correct the concern, reprogram

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 2673525

    NHTSA Item Number: 10169986

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 8, 2020

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48423

    Date Posted: Dec 20, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) 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

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2670846

    NHTSA Item Number: 10169810

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: tSB 19-2364

    Date Posted: Nov 10, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit roof rail covers that become loose or partially detached. This may be caused by a lack of retention of the clips securing the roof rail covers. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to apply adh

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 2672082

    NHTSA Item Number: 10169895

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2389

    Date Posted: Dec 20, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.5L twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P013A and/or P013C stored in the powertrain con

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2672139

    NHTSA Item Number: 10169898

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2390

    Date Posted: Dec 20, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 F-150, 2015-2020 Explorer, 2017-2019 F-Super Duty, 2017-2020 Continental, 2018-2020 Expedition/Navigator, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2020 Nautilus, 2020 Aviator/Corsair and 2013-2020 MKZ vehicles equipped with multi-contour seats may exhibit interm

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2672150

    NHTSA Item Number: 10169898

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2020

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2390

    Date Posted: Dec 20, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 F-150, 2015-2020 Explorer, 2017-2019 F-Super Duty, 2017-2020 Continental, 2018-2020 Expedition/Navigator, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019-2020 Nautilus, 2020 Aviator/Corsair and 2013-2020 MKZ vehicles equipped with multi-contour seats may exhibit interm

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2540588

    NHTSA Item Number: 10168794

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 5, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48316

    Date Posted: Nov 8, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or no modem electronic serial number (ESN) displayed. To correct this condition pri

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2540731

    NHTSA Item Number: 10168810

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 5, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48340

    Date Posted: Nov 21, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a map displayed on the left half of the SYNC screen with no other information/soft buttons present after updating to the latest version of V3.0 software. This issue occurs when the SYNC 3 system h

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2501505

    NHTSA Item Number: 10167210

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48279

    Date Posted: Oct 24, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit (TCU) may exhibit a persistent message in the Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app advising, Your vehicles software is being updated. Vehicle controls will be unavailable for abo

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2502165

    NHTSA Item Number: 10167226

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 5, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48260

    Date Posted: Oct 14, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2502214

    NHTSA Item Number: 10167233

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 5, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48267

    Date Posted: Oct 17, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2020 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • SUSPENSION

    RECORD_ID: 2489229

    NHTSA Item Number: 10166446

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Oct 21, 2019

    Bulletin Number: DOR-J9K8E-10

    Date Posted: Sep 12, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SUSPENSION

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: This SKU is a Suspension Lateral Link. The customer communication requested return of unsold inventory to revise the design similar to the OEM supercession associated with 19V435. We have received no defects associated with the current design.

  • SEATS: FRONT ASSEMBLY: POWER ADJUST

    RECORD_ID: 2473961

    NHTSA Item Number: 10165709

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Oct 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2293

    Date Posted: Sep 27, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS: FRONT ASSEMBLY: POWER ADJUST

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 F-150/Explorer, 2017-2019 F-Super Duty/Continental, 2018-2019 Expedition/Navigator, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019 Nautilus, and 2013-2019 MKZ vehicles equipped with Multi-Contour seats may exhibit intermittent multi-contour seat operation and/or massa

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2473980

    NHTSA Item Number: 10165709

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Oct 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2293

    Date Posted: Sep 27, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 F-150/Explorer, 2017-2019 F-Super Duty/Continental, 2018-2019 Expedition/Navigator, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019 Nautilus, and 2013-2019 MKZ vehicles equipped with Multi-Contour seats may exhibit intermittent multi-contour seat operation and/or massa

  • EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    RECORD_ID: 2451100

    NHTSA Item Number: 10164596

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 9, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48135

    Date Posted: Aug 14, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2020 vehicles equipped with an EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function. To support the proper diagnosis of this compressor, the EVDC control valve tester has been provided to each U.S. dea

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

    RECORD_ID: 2447216

    NHTSA Item Number: 10164422

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2244

    Date Posted: Aug 27, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.5L twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P013A and/or P013C stored in the powertrain con

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 2447227

    NHTSA Item Number: 10164422

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2244

    Date Posted: Aug 27, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 3.5L twin independent variable camshaft timing (Ti-VCT) engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P013A and/or P013C stored in the powertrain con

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2449063

    NHTSA Item Number: 10164497

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48123

    Date Posted: Aug 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: For Ford and Lincoln vehicles that require positive or negative battery terminal replacement, it is not necessary to replace the complete battery cable harness (14300 and 14301) for this concern. Positive battery cable clamp BT4Z-14450-AA and negative batt

  • VISIBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 2449206

    NHTSA Item Number: 10164508

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48130

    Date Posted: Aug 9, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: VISIBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the g

  • VISIBILITY: GLASS, SIDE/REAR

    RECORD_ID: 2449468

    NHTSA Item Number: 10164508

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48130

    Date Posted: Aug 9, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: VISIBILITY: GLASS, SIDE/REAR

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2010-2020 vehicles may exhibit distorted glass with a subtle orange peel pattern or streaking etched into the surface. This is caused by hydrofluoric acid which is used in some car wash solutions as a cleaning agent. Hydrofluoric acid can attack the g

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 2426460

    NHTSA Item Number: 10163568

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2212

    Date Posted: Jul 3, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer/Flex/Taurus/MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp, Service AdvanceTrac message, Hill Start Assist Not Available message, a

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2426506

    NHTSA Item Number: 10163573

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48070

    Date Posted: Jul 2, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at vari

  • EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    RECORD_ID: 2426544

    NHTSA Item Number: 10163573

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48070

    Date Posted: Jul 2, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at vari

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2426940

    NHTSA Item Number: 10163593

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48108

    Date Posted: Jul 29, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 vehicles may experience a no crank concern due to a security access key table error. When attempting to program keys or perform a parameter reset, the procedure may fail and the appropriate Ford diagnostic scan tool may display an error 232:

  • STRUCTURE

    RECORD_ID: 2426255

    NHTSA Item Number: 10163552

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2150

    Date Posted: Jul 4, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a factory keyless entry keypad may exhibit a loose driver side B-pillar front door upper moulding. This may be caused by a lack of adhesion of the front door upper moulding to the door. To resolve the conditio

  • STRUCTURE: BODY: DOOR

    RECORD_ID: 2426268

    NHTSA Item Number: 10163552

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2150

    Date Posted: Jul 4, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE: BODY: DOOR

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a factory keyless entry keypad may exhibit a loose driver side B-pillar front door upper moulding. This may be caused by a lack of adhesion of the front door upper moulding to the door. To resolve the conditio

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 2426284

    NHTSA Item Number: 10163554

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB-2212

    Date Posted: Jul 3, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer/Flex/Taurus/MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp, Service AdvanceTrac message, Hill Start Assist Not Available message, a

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

    RECORD_ID: 2426290

    NHTSA Item Number: 10163554

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Aug 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB-2212

    Date Posted: Jul 3, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: EXHAUST SYSTEM: MANIFOLD/HEADER/MUFFLER/TAIL PIPE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer/Flex/Taurus/MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp, Service AdvanceTrac message, Hill Start Assist Not Available message, a

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 2387713

    NHTSA Item Number: 10162086

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48049

    Date Posted: Jun 20, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2017 F-150/Mustang, 2015-2018 Edge/MKC, 2016-2018 MKX, 2013-2018 Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT, and 2017-2018 Fusion/MKZ/Continental vehicles built on or before 19-Oct-2017 may exhibit an inoperative adaptive cruise control, collision warning, and/or

  • FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

    RECORD_ID: 2387774

    NHTSA Item Number: 10162086

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48049

    Date Posted: Jun 20, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2017 F-150/Mustang, 2015-2018 Edge/MKC, 2016-2018 MKX, 2013-2018 Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT, and 2017-2018 Fusion/MKZ/Continental vehicles built on or before 19-Oct-2017 may exhibit an inoperative adaptive cruise control, collision warning, and/or

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2387837

    NHTSA Item Number: 10162087

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48053

    Date Posted: Jun 24, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 not at the latest software level may exhibit Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone Pairing, Applink, Travel Link, Slow System Respo

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 2387449

    NHTSA Item Number: 10162063

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 3, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2183

    Date Posted: Jun 5, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer/Flex/Taurus/MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp, Service AdvanceTrac message, Hill Start Assist Not Available message, a

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 2387455

    NHTSA Item Number: 10162063

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 3, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2183

    Date Posted: Jun 5, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer/Flex/Taurus/MKT vehicles equipped with a 3.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL), powertrain malfunction (wrench) lamp, Service AdvanceTrac message, Hill Start Assist Not Available message, a

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 2356194

    NHTSA Item Number: 10160931

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47976

    Date Posted: May 10, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: On vehicles equipped with an automatic transmission it is imperative that the converter pilot hub be greased with Motorcraft Multi-Purpose Grease Spray XL-5-A even if grease was not applied from the factory. Also verify that the engine/transmission alignme

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 2357965

    NHTSA Item Number: 10160943

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48001

    Date Posted: May 23, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a squeal noise from the accessory drive belt, illuminated charging system indicator, and/or damaged alternator pulley. Accessory drive belt DA8Z-8620-G has been released to e

  • ENGINE

    RECORD_ID: 2357967

    NHTSA Item Number: 10160943

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 48001

    Date Posted: May 23, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a squeal noise from the accessory drive belt, illuminated charging system indicator, and/or damaged alternator pulley. Accessory drive belt DA8Z-8620-G has been released to e

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2355745

    NHTSA Item Number: 10160876

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47959

    Date Posted: May 1, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a loose cushion cover corner and/or exposed foam on the 2nd row left 60 percent seat. The left 2nd row 60 percent seat cushion cover is a different design from the right 2nd row 40 percent cushion cover and the

  • EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    RECORD_ID: 2355777

    NHTSA Item Number: 10160880

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 6, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47967

    Date Posted: May 6, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the powertrain control module (PCM). To support the proper diagnosis o

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2326991

    NHTSA Item Number: 10159489

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47850

    Date Posted: Apr 26, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the powertrain control module (PCM). To support the proper diagnosis o

  • EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    RECORD_ID: 2327265

    NHTSA Item Number: 10159489

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47850

    Date Posted: Apr 26, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a EVDC air conditioning (A/C) compressor may exhibit poor A/C performance/improper climate function and/or a diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P06A0 in the powertrain control module (PCM). To support the proper diagnosis o

  • ENGINE

    RECORD_ID: 2327392

    NHTSA Item Number: 10159494

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47948

    Date Posted: Apr 26, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: SSM 47948 - 2010-2019 Various Vehicles - Turbocharged Engines - Oil Supply Filter Replacement When Replacing The Turbocharger Or The Turbocharger Oil Supply Tube For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing t

  • STRUCTURE

    RECORD_ID: 2327650

    NHTSA Item Number: 10159505

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47914

    Date Posted: Apr 5, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: SSM 47914 - 2016-2019 Explorer roof rack cap trim clips now available. 2016-2019 Explorer roof rack cap clips are now available as a separate part. It is no longer necessary to order a complete roof rack rail to obtain the cap retainer clips. To correct l

  • STRUCTURE: BODY: ROOF AND PILLARS

    RECORD_ID: 2327651

    NHTSA Item Number: 10159505

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47914

    Date Posted: Apr 5, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE: BODY: ROOF AND PILLARS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: SSM 47914 - 2016-2019 Explorer roof rack cap trim clips now available. 2016-2019 Explorer roof rack cap clips are now available as a separate part. It is no longer necessary to order a complete roof rack rail to obtain the cap retainer clips. To correct l

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2327684

    NHTSA Item Number: 10159507

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47926

    Date Posted: Apr 11, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: SSM 47926 - 2018-2019 F-150/Expedition/Navigator/Transit/Explorer - Illuminated MalfunctionIndicator Lamp (MIL) With Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P025A Some 2018-2019 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated

  • FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    RECORD_ID: 2327685

    NHTSA Item Number: 10159507

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47926

    Date Posted: Apr 11, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: SSM 47926 - 2018-2019 F-150/Expedition/Navigator/Transit/Explorer - Illuminated MalfunctionIndicator Lamp (MIL) With Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) P025A Some 2018-2019 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2248536

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156856

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2002

    Date Posted: Feb 18, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2011-2019 Explorer and 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit a detached center console rear cup holder and/or the cover panel detached from the rear cup holder. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 2248538

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156856

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2002

    Date Posted: Feb 18, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2011-2019 Explorer and 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit a detached center console rear cup holder and/or the cover panel detached from the rear cup holder. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 2248580

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156860

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2017

    Date Posted: Feb 5, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some all-wheel drive (AWD) 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost/Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.0L/2.7L EcoBoost/MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.0L EcoBoost, 2017-18 MKZ vehicles equipped with 3.0L EcoBoost, 2015-2018 MKC vehicles e

  • POWER TRAIN: AXLE ASSEMBLY: AXLE SHAFT: SEAL

    RECORD_ID: 2248592

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156860

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2017

    Date Posted: Feb 5, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AXLE ASSEMBLY: AXLE SHAFT: SEAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some all-wheel drive (AWD) 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost/Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.0L/2.7L EcoBoost/MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.0L EcoBoost, 2017-18 MKZ vehicles equipped with 3.0L EcoBoost, 2015-2018 MKC vehicles e

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2248696

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156863

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026

    Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service

  • STRUCTURE

    RECORD_ID: 2248970

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156863

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026

    Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 2249267

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156877

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47797

    Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at vari

  • EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    RECORD_ID: 2249305

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156877

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47797

    Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at vari

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2249329

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156877

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47797

    Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at vari

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2249495

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156883

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47814

    Date Posted: Feb 19, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019 Edge/Nautilus, 2017-2019 Fusion/MKZ, and 2018-2019 F-150/Mustang/Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with climate controlled seats may exhibit a buzzing noise from the front seats, front seats too warm, and/o

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2249497

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156883

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47814

    Date Posted: Feb 19, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019 Edge/Nautilus, 2017-2019 Fusion/MKZ, and 2018-2019 F-150/Mustang/Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with climate controlled seats may exhibit a buzzing noise from the front seats, front seats too warm, and/o

  • SEATS: FRONT ASSEMBLY: SEAT HEATER/COOLER

    RECORD_ID: 2249521

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156883

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47814

    Date Posted: Feb 19, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS: FRONT ASSEMBLY: SEAT HEATER/COOLER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019 Edge/Nautilus, 2017-2019 Fusion/MKZ, and 2018-2019 F-150/Mustang/Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with climate controlled seats may exhibit a buzzing noise from the front seats, front seats too warm, and/o

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2249540

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156885

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47821

    Date Posted: Feb 21, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2249705

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156887

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 8, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47824

    Date Posted: Feb 22, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2017 vehicles may experience a no crank concern due to a security access key table error. When attempting to program keys or perform a parameter reset, the procedure may fail and the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) scan tool may display an err

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2246948

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156598

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 3, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47879

    Date Posted: Mar 19, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Various 2019 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 and the latest software version 3.2 may exhibit an error message when attempting to update the software to version 3.3. Professional Technician Society (PTS) website may show that software version 3.3 is available

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    RECORD_ID: 2246950

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156598

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 3, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47879

    Date Posted: Mar 19, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: SOFTWARE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Various 2019 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 and the latest software version 3.2 may exhibit an error message when attempting to update the software to version 3.3. Professional Technician Society (PTS) website may show that software version 3.3 is available

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2247015

    NHTSA Item Number: 10156602

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 3, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47899

    Date Posted: Mar 27, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2019 F-Super Duty, 2017-2019 Continental, and 2016-2018 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit a crank/no start condition, inoperative trailer tow lighting and/or inoperative power telescoping mirrors. This may be due to a conce

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 2220020

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155444

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2002

    Date Posted: Feb 18, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2011-2019 Explorer and 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit a detached center console rear cup holder and/or the cover panel detached from the rear cup holder. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2220027

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155444

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2002

    Date Posted: Feb 18, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2011-2019 Explorer and 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit a detached center console rear cup holder and/or the cover panel detached from the rear cup holder. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 2220572

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155548

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2017

    Date Posted: Feb 5, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some all-wheel drive (AWD) 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost/Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.0L/2.7L EcoBoost/MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.0L EcoBoost, 2017-18 MKZ vehicles equipped with 3.0L EcoBoost, 2015-2018 MKC vehicles e

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2220603

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155548

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2017

    Date Posted: Feb 5, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some all-wheel drive (AWD) 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost/Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.0L/2.7L EcoBoost/MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.0L EcoBoost, 2017-18 MKZ vehicles equipped with 3.0L EcoBoost, 2015-2018 MKC vehicles e

  • STRUCTURE

    RECORD_ID: 2220780

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155551

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 19-2026

    Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2000 and newer Ford, Lincoln and Mercury vehicles equipped with aluminum body panels may exhibit corrosion concerns appearing as bubbled and/or peeling paint with or without accompanying white dust. Panel replacement is recommended. Follow the Service

  • EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    RECORD_ID: 2221033

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155565

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47797

    Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at vari

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2221142

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155565

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47797

    Date Posted: Feb 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2009-2017 Expedition/Navigator, 2009-2014 F-150/Mustang, 2008-2009 Sable, 2008-2019 Taurus/Flex/MKT, 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan/Utility, and 2011-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit inoperative or intermittent HVAC blower motor function at vari

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2221242

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155571

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47814

    Date Posted: Feb 19, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer, 2016-2018 MKX, 2019 Edge/Nautilus, 2017-2019 Fusion/MKZ, and 2018-2019 F-150/Mustang/Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with climate controlled seats may exhibit a buzzing noise from the front seats, front seats too warm, and/o

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2221272

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155573

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47821

    Date Posted: Feb 21, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2221459

    NHTSA Item Number: 10155575

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Apr 1, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47824

    Date Posted: Feb 22, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2017 vehicles may experience a no crank concern due to a security access key table error. When attempting to program keys or perform a parameter reset, the procedure may fail and the Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) scan tool may display an err

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2172664

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153921

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47735

    Date Posted: Jan 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 2172678

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153921

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47735

    Date Posted: Jan 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2172700

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153921

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47735

    Date Posted: Jan 7, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • SEATS: FRONT ASSEMBLY: SEAT HEATER/COOLER

    RECORD_ID: 2172726

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153923

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47738

    Date Posted: Jan 9, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS: FRONT ASSEMBLY: SEAT HEATER/COOLER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorer vehicles may exhibit a heated lower front seat cushion that does not operate properly after turning the ignition on after a remote start event. To temporarily resolve the concern, the heated seat control switch may be cycled off and

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2172803

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153929

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 18-2358

    Date Posted: Dec 17, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Explorer vehicles built on or before 13-Nov-2018 equipped with a 4G telematics control unit (TCU) modem may exhibit an Acquiring Signal message with a loss of satellite radio reception while driving in unobstructed areas. Follow the Service

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2172844

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153931

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 18-2361

    Date Posted: Dec 4, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 Edge/F150/MKC/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017 Super Duty, 2018-2019 EcoSport/Expedition, and 2019 Nautilus vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral mo

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2172900

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153931

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: TSB 18-2361

    Date Posted: Dec 4, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 C-Max, 2013-2019 Escape/Fusion/MKZ, 2015-2018 Focus, 2015-2019 Edge/F150/MKC/Mustang, 2016-2018 MKX, 2016-2019 Explorer, 2017 Super Duty, 2018-2019 EcoSport/Expedition, and 2019 Nautilus vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral mo

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2173295

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153948

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47711

    Date Posted: Dec 14, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 and a 6, 8 or 10 inch screen may show a pop-up message every key cycle that states 'SYNC can check for updates when connected to a WiFi network'. To remove the inconvenience of the pop-up the cu

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2173612

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153969

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47749

    Date Posted: Jan 17, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2012-2019 Vehicles may require repairs to the Smartlink system. Smartlink is a Ford Licensed Accessory which has a warranty provided by the accessory manufacturer. Warranty replacement parts for Smartlink that are ordered through Ford are not reimburs

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2173667

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153970

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47750

    Date Posted: Jan 17, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    RECORD_ID: 2173699

    NHTSA Item Number: 10153970

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Mar 4, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47750

    Date Posted: Jan 17, 2019

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018-2019 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic seri

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2152505

    NHTSA Item Number: 10152464

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47635

    Date Posted: Nov 1, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to the DLC located on the driver side under the steering column at the GWM, make sure that the ignition is off before c

  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

    RECORD_ID: 2152507

    NHTSA Item Number: 10152465

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47637

    Date Posted: Nov 1, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorers equipped with the power folding 3rd row seat may experience a seat that will not latch/unlatch from folded or normal positions. This may be due to misalignment between the seat latch and the anchor bracket or misalignment between t

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 2152509

    NHTSA Item Number: 10152465

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47637

    Date Posted: Nov 1, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Explorers equipped with the power folding 3rd row seat may experience a seat that will not latch/unlatch from folded or normal positions. This may be due to misalignment between the seat latch and the anchor bracket or misalignment between t

  • STEERING

    RECORD_ID: 2152606

    NHTSA Item Number: 10152466

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47638

    Date Posted: Nov 1, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STEERING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a LKS system with customer complaints of steering wheel vibration, steering pull or vehicle drift may be due to an alert and/or steering aid input from the LKS. The LKS system detects unintentional drifting toward the outsi

  • STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

    RECORD_ID: 2152634

    NHTSA Item Number: 10152466

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47638

    Date Posted: Nov 1, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STEERING: STEERING WHEEL/HANDLE BAR

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 2013-2019 vehicles equipped with a LKS system with customer complaints of steering wheel vibration, steering pull or vehicle drift may be due to an alert and/or steering aid input from the LKS. The LKS system detects unintentional drifting toward the outsi

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE: TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

    RECORD_ID: 2152813

    NHTSA Item Number: 10152473

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 7, 2019

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47662

    Date Posted: Nov 14, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE: TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: For 2010-2019 vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines, when diagnosing and/or replacing turbo related concerns, all steps within the Workshop Manual (WSM) procedure must be followed including replacement of all mandatory discarded parts. For all turboc

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2089393

    NHTSA Item Number: 10149757

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 3, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47514

    Date Posted: Sep 11, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with Police, Base 100A, or XLT 200A package trim levels (Type 1 analog cluster in the Owner's Manual) built on 08-May-2018 and through 05-Aug-2018 may exhibit a parasitic battery drain of appr

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2089426

    NHTSA Item Number: 10149766

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 3, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47529

    Date Posted: Sep 19, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2019 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may have an illuminated MIL with ambient air temperature (AAT) sensor DTC P0073. During the installation of certain police accessories by non-Ford vehicle upfitters, wiring connector C134 may have been lef

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2089433

    NHTSA Item Number: 10149768

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 3, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47533

    Date Posted: Sep 20, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorer, Expedition, F150 excluding Raptor fleet vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit (TCU) may exhibit incomplete Ford Telematics service subscription activation, inability to remotely interface with a vehicle, and/or not receiving

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2089493

    NHTSA Item Number: 10149770

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 3, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47538

    Date Posted: Sep 21, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit the Android Auto Preference menu selection is not present after an update to version 3.0 software. In prior versions of SYNC 3 software this menu was present, however in version 3.0

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2089525

    NHTSA Item Number: 10149777

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 3, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47546

    Date Posted: Sep 27, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 110V power outlet may exhibit a high pitched buzzing or ringing noise from the right side front interior area while the engine is running. If replacing the DC/AC inverter does not resolve the concern, replac

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 2089531

    NHTSA Item Number: 10149778

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 3, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47547

    Date Posted: Sep 27, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2019 Police Interceptor Sedan and Utility vehicles may exhibit a reduced top speed after a transmission fluid service with unapproved fluid. The use of unapproved fluid or improper transmission fluid level can lead to reduced vehicle performance

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2089548

    NHTSA Item Number: 10149782

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 3, 2018

    Bulletin Number: 18B25

    Date Posted: Sep 13, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2018 Model Year Explorer And Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles Key Off Load Battery Drain

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 2067724

    NHTSA Item Number: 10148722

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 19, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47570

    Date Posted: Oct 5, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Explorer vehicles built on or before 07-Aug-2018 may automatically switch from A/C to heat and defrost after 1 minute during a remote start event when the customer expects the A/C to remain on. To resolve the concern, reprogram the heating,

  • EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    RECORD_ID: 2067725

    NHTSA Item Number: 10148722

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 19, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47570

    Date Posted: Oct 5, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: APPLIANCE: AIR CONDITIONER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Explorer vehicles built on or before 07-Aug-2018 may automatically switch from A/C to heat and defrost after 1 minute during a remote start event when the customer expects the A/C to remain on. To resolve the concern, reprogram the heating,

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 2067953

    NHTSA Item Number: 10148743

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 19, 2018

    Bulletin Number: 18B24

    Date Posted: Oct 4, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2018 Model Year Explorer And Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles Key Off Load Battery Drain Certain 2018 Model Year MKZ Hybrid Vehicles Equipped with the Magnetic Appearance Package - Accelerator Pedal and Brake Pedal Cover Replacement

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    RECORD_ID: 2067956

    NHTSA Item Number: 10148743

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 19, 2018

    Bulletin Number: 18B24

    Date Posted: Oct 4, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2018 Model Year Explorer And Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles Key Off Load Battery Drain Certain 2018 Model Year MKZ Hybrid Vehicles Equipped with the Magnetic Appearance Package - Accelerator Pedal and Brake Pedal Cover Replacement

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 2067957

    NHTSA Item Number: 10148743

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Nov 19, 2018

    Bulletin Number: 18B24

    Date Posted: Oct 4, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Certain 2018 Model Year Explorer And Police Interceptor Utility Vehicles Key Off Load Battery Drain Certain 2018 Model Year MKZ Hybrid Vehicles Equipped with the Magnetic Appearance Package - Accelerator Pedal and Brake Pedal Cover Replacement

  • ENGINE

    RECORD_ID: 1959084

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144919

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: TSB 18-2255

    Date Posted: Aug 23, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L/1.6L/2.0L EcoBoost, 2013-2018 Fusion vehicles equipped with 2.0L/2.7L EcoBoost, 2013-2018 MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.0L EcoBoost, 2017-18 MKZ vehicles equipped with 3.0L EcoBoost, 2015-2018 MKC vehicles e

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1959151

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144930

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47444

    Date Posted: Aug 2, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 not at the latest software level may exhibit Various Performance Related concerns such as Display Operation, Navigation, Voice Recognition, Phone Pairing, Applink, Travel Link, Slow System Respo

  • SERVICE BRAKES

    RECORD_ID: 1959203

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144933

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47450

    Date Posted: Aug 7, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 F-Superduty/F-150/Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT vehicles built on 8-Mar-2018 and through 18-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal and/or long brake pedal travel. Bleed the brake system per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-00. For claiming, use cau

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1959208

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144934

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47451

    Date Posted: Aug 7, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 4G TCU modem may exhibit an Acquiring Signal message with a loss of satellite radio reception while driving in unobstructed areas. If normal Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnosis and testing does not indicate a fault a

  • SERVICE BRAKES

    RECORD_ID: 1959244

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144938

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47466

    Date Posted: Aug 14, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 F-Superduty/F-150/Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT/Fiesta vehicles built on 8-Mar-2018 and through 18-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal and/or long brake pedal travel. Bleed the brake system per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-00. For claiming,

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1959269

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144946

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47488

    Date Posted: Aug 23, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorer/Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with Police, Base 100A, or XLT 200A package trim levels (Type 1 analog cluster in the Owner's Manual) built on 08-May-2018 and through 05-Aug-2018 may exhibit a parasitic battery drain of appr

  • STEERING

    RECORD_ID: 1959299

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144947

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47489

    Date Posted: Aug 24, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STEERING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to the DLC located on the driver side under the steering column at the GWM, make sure that the ignition is off before c

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1959308

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144948

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47495

    Date Posted: Aug 29, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 F-Superduty/F-150/Explorer/Taurus/Flex/MKT/Expedition/Navigator vehicles built on 8-Mar-2018 and through 18-Jun-2018 may exhibit a soft brake pedal and/or long brake pedal travel. Bleed the brake system per Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-00.

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1959312

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144949

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 24, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47499

    Date Posted: Aug 30, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorer and Escape vehicles equipped with a 4G TCU modem may exhibit an Acquiring Signal message with a loss of satellite radio reception while driving in unobstructed areas. If normal Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnosis and testing does not indicat

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1947377

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144206

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 10, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47408

    Date Posted: Jul 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Explorers equipped with the power folding 3rd row seat may experience a seat that will not latch/unlatch from folded or normal positions. This may be due to misalignment between the seat latch and the anchor bracket or misalignment between t

  • SEATS

    RECORD_ID: 1947379

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144206

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 10, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47408

    Date Posted: Jul 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SEATS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Explorers equipped with the power folding 3rd row seat may experience a seat that will not latch/unlatch from folded or normal positions. This may be due to misalignment between the seat latch and the anchor bracket or misalignment between t

  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

    RECORD_ID: 1947384

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144206

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 10, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47408

    Date Posted: Jul 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Explorers equipped with the power folding 3rd row seat may experience a seat that will not latch/unlatch from folded or normal positions. This may be due to misalignment between the seat latch and the anchor bracket or misalignment between t

  • SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

    RECORD_ID: 1947394

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144208

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 10, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47411

    Date Posted: Jul 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC: ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorers equipped with Platinum trim level built on 25-Oct-2017 and through 01-May-2018 may intermittently display a "Hill Descent Control Fault" message in the IPC briefly at start up without any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in the an

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1947395

    NHTSA Item Number: 10144208

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Sep 10, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47411

    Date Posted: Jul 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorers equipped with Platinum trim level built on 25-Oct-2017 and through 01-May-2018 may intermittently display a "Hill Descent Control Fault" message in the IPC briefly at start up without any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in the an

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1930018

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143081

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47336

    Date Posted: Jun 6, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Explorers equipped with Platinum trim level built on 25-Oct-2017 and through 01-May-2018 may intermittently display a "Hill Descent Control Fault" message in the IPC briefly at start up without any diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in the an

  • ENGINE

    RECORD_ID: 1930133

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143090

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47348

    Date Posted: Jun 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.7L twin independent variable camshaft timing (TiVCT) engine may exhibit an engine vibration and/or the engine mount leaking fluid. A revised engine mount (GB5Z-6038-A) has been released t

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 1930136

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143090

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47348

    Date Posted: Jun 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles equipped with a 3.7L twin independent variable camshaft timing (TiVCT) engine may exhibit an engine vibration and/or the engine mount leaking fluid. A revised engine mount (GB5Z-6038-A) has been released t

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1930137

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143091

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47350

    Date Posted: Jun 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: RKE stand alone key fobs can be added to 2016 and newer Police Utility vehicles not previously equipped with them. To program the fobs, start an IDS session and enter the Red Toolbox > Module Programming > Programmable Parameters > Police Mode > Remote Key

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1930139

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143091

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47350

    Date Posted: Jun 12, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: RKE stand alone key fobs can be added to 2016 and newer Police Utility vehicles not previously equipped with them. To program the fobs, start an IDS session and enter the Red Toolbox > Module Programming > Programmable Parameters > Police Mode > Remote Key

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1930333

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143102

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47379

    Date Posted: Jun 22, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Various 2016-2018 vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience a touch screen that does not respond to any input. Using the Professional Technician Society (PTS) website > OASIS tab > SYNC version, verify the vehicle SYNC software version. If the vehicle is at vers

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1930345

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143102

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47379

    Date Posted: Jun 22, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Various 2016-2018 vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience a touch screen that does not respond to any input. Using the Professional Technician Society (PTS) website > OASIS tab > SYNC version, verify the vehicle SYNC software version. If the vehicle is at vers

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1930415

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143103

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47380

    Date Posted: Jun 22, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with SYNC 3 may exhibit an intermittent blue or black screen. Check for SYNC software update under the OASIS Tab SYNC selection. If update is available refer to WSM, Section 415-00 and update APIM software. After In

  • EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    RECORD_ID: 1930420

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143103

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47380

    Date Posted: Jun 22, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT ADAPTIVE/MOBILITY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with SYNC 3 may exhibit an intermittent blue or black screen. Check for SYNC software update under the OASIS Tab SYNC selection. If update is available refer to WSM, Section 415-00 and update APIM software. After In

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1930421

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143103

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47380

    Date Posted: Jun 22, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles with SYNC 3 may exhibit an intermittent blue or black screen. Check for SYNC software update under the OASIS Tab SYNC selection. If update is available refer to WSM, Section 415-00 and update APIM software. After In

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1930605

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143108

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47393

    Date Posted: Jun 29, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Explorer vehicles may automatically switch from A/C to heat and defrost after 1 minute during a remote start idle when the customer expects the A/C remain on. The system will return to normal operation after the ignition is turned to the run

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1930606

    NHTSA Item Number: 10143108

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jul 23, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47393

    Date Posted: Jun 29, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Explorer vehicles may automatically switch from A/C to heat and defrost after 1 minute during a remote start idle when the customer expects the A/C remain on. The system will return to normal operation after the ignition is turned to the run

  • STRUCTURE

    RECORD_ID: 1855032

    NHTSA Item Number: 10140282

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 11, 2018

    Bulletin Number: TSB17-2251

    Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: STRUCTURE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 110V power outlet may exhibit a high pitched buzzing or ringing noise from the right side front interior area while the engine is running. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 1855042

    NHTSA Item Number: 10140285

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 11, 2018

    Bulletin Number: TSB18-2007

    Date Posted: Jan 11, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine built on or before 7-Dec-2017 may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P04DB (crankcase ventilation system disconnected) in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory. Reprogram the PCM u

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1855044

    NHTSA Item Number: 10140285

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 11, 2018

    Bulletin Number: TSB18-2007

    Date Posted: Jan 11, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine built on or before 7-Dec-2017 may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P04DB (crankcase ventilation system disconnected) in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory. Reprogram the PCM u

  • POWER TRAIN: TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

    RECORD_ID: 1857718

    NHTSA Item Number: 10140315

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 11, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47000

    Date Posted: Jan 8, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: TRANSFER CASE (4-WHEEL DRIVE)

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 Escape/Fusion/MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.5L or 1.5L/2.0L/3.0L Ecoboost engine, 2015-2018 MKC/Edge/Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.0L/2.3L/2.7L EcoBoost engine, 2016-2018 MKX vehicles equipped with 2.7L Ecoboost engine, 2017-2018 Continen

  • ENGINE

    RECORD_ID: 1857734

    NHTSA Item Number: 10140315

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 11, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47000

    Date Posted: Jan 8, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 Escape/Fusion/MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.5L or 1.5L/2.0L/3.0L Ecoboost engine, 2015-2018 MKC/Edge/Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.0L/2.3L/2.7L EcoBoost engine, 2016-2018 MKX vehicles equipped with 2.7L Ecoboost engine, 2017-2018 Continen

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE: TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

    RECORD_ID: 1857790

    NHTSA Item Number: 10140319

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 11, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47005

    Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING: ENGINE: GASOLINE: TURBO/SUPERCHARGER

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 2017-2018 Explorer/Taurus vehicles equipped with 3.5L gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI) engine and built on or after 27-Jun-2017 are equipped with a revised rear lower roll restrictor that eliminates the need for the front roll restrictor. The

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1857820

    NHTSA Item Number: 10140323

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 11, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47009

    Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Par

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    RECORD_ID: 1858060

    NHTSA Item Number: 10140323

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jun 11, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47009

    Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Par

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1748318

    NHTSA Item Number: 10138483

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: TSB17-2251

    Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 110V power outlet may exhibit a high pitched buzzing or ringing noise from the right side front interior area while the engine is running. Follow the Service Procedure steps to correct the condition.

  • POWER TRAIN

    RECORD_ID: 1748327

    NHTSA Item Number: 10138486

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: TSB18-2007

    Date Posted: Jan 11, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2017-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine built on or before 7-Dec-2017 may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P04DB (crankcase ventilation system disconnected) in the powertrain control module (PCM) memory. Reprogram the PCM u

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 1748390

    NHTSA Item Number: 10138516

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47000

    Date Posted: Jan 8, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2013-2018 Escape/Fusion/MKZ vehicles equipped with 2.5L or 1.5L/2.0L/3.0L Ecoboost engine, 2015-2018 MKC/Edge/Explorer vehicles equipped with 2.0L/2.3L/2.7L EcoBoost engine, 2016-2018 MKX vehicles equipped with 2.7L Ecoboost engine, 2017-2018 Continen

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    RECORD_ID: 1748420

    NHTSA Item Number: 10138520

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47005

    Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 2017-2018 Explorer/Taurus vehicles equipped with 3.5L gasoline turbocharged direct injection (GTDI) engine and built on or after 27-Jun-2017 are equipped with a revised rear lower roll restrictor that eliminates the need for the front roll restrictor. The

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    RECORD_ID: 1748719

    NHTSA Item Number: 10138524

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47009

    Date Posted: Jan 10, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: The Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can only be used with vehicles that are factory built with Remote Keyless Entry (RKE). The master code for the Accessory (Wireless) Keyless Entry Keypad can be retrieved from FMCDealer - Parts and Service - Par

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING: HEADLIGHTS

    RECORD_ID: 1635847

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137089

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47143

    Date Posted: Mar 13, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EXTERIOR LIGHTING: HEADLIGHTS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 2016-2018 Explorer signature lighting is standard equipment on XLT and higher level vehicles. Base model vehicles are not equipped with signature lighting and it is not an option. Base level vehicles without the LED lighting surrounding the headlamps are b

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    RECORD_ID: 1635885

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137098

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47163

    Date Posted: Mar 15, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with automatic temperature control and premium AM/FM/CD may exhibit a broken or missing temperature control switch. The driver and passenger switches are now available separately from the control head. Replacement

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    RECORD_ID: 1635948

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137101

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47170

    Date Posted: Mar 21, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) 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

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    RECORD_ID: 1636017

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137102

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47171

    Date Posted: Mar 21, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 and connected to an iPhone recently upgraded to iOS 11.2.5 may exhibit functional concerns where USB audio playback and App Link will not operate. This may also include, under certain conditions

  • TIRES: TREAD/BELT

    RECORD_ID: 1636071

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137109

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47195

    Date Posted: Mar 29, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: TIRES: TREAD/BELT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with Hankook brand tires may exhibit tread wear that is not the result of vehicle alignment concerns. For customer satisfaction, Hankook is offering pro-rated tire replacement for vehicles with less than 36,000 Mil

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1636334

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137113

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47201

    Date Posted: Mar 30, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Replacing the original equipment SYNC/Navigation system with either an aftermarket SYNC/Navigation kit or modifying original SYNC/Navigation parts to provide additional features is not recommended nor supported on any Ford, Mercury or Lincoln vehicle. Only

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    RECORD_ID: 1636578

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137127

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47219

    Date Posted: Apr 6, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Various 2018 vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 automatic system updates via WI-FI are unable to connect to the vehicles 4G WI-FI Hotspot. SYNC/SYNC3 with automatic system updates do not support connecting SYNC to the vehicles internal 4G WI-FI Hotspot

  • EQUIPMENT

    RECORD_ID: 1636596

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137130

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47229

    Date Posted: Apr 11, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic serial nu

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1636603

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137130

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47229

    Date Posted: Apr 11, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a TCU may exhibit inoperative remote features via Ford Pass/Lincoln Way mobile app, incomplete user authorization and/or accessory protocol interface module (APIM) DTC U0198 or no modem electronic serial nu

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    RECORD_ID: 1636777

    NHTSA Item Number: 10137143

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 21, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47257

    Date Posted: Apr 23, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2018 F-150, Expedition, Navigator, Transit and Explorer vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P025A stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to an intermittent or partial disconnect of the harness to the fuel pump driv

  • EXTERIOR LIGHTING: HEADLIGHTS

    RECORD_ID: 1630621

    NHTSA Item Number: 10136586

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 14, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47058

    Date Posted: Feb 5, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EXTERIOR LIGHTING: HEADLIGHTS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Police Interceptor Utility vehicles may exhibit flickering front amber marker lamps (inboard amber lights under the headlamps) when the engine is running. Before attempting repairs, verify the frequency type using the Integrated Diagnostic S

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    RECORD_ID: 1630676

    NHTSA Item Number: 10136592

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 14, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47070

    Date Posted: Feb 9, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: 12V/24V/48V BATTERY

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: When connecting the Vehicle Communication Module (VCM) and Integrated Diagnostic System (IDS) or Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) to the DLC located on the driver side under the steering column at the GWM, make sure that the ignition is off before c

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    RECORD_ID: 1630737

    NHTSA Item Number: 10136597

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 14, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47080

    Date Posted: Feb 14, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: RADIO/TAPE DECK/CD ETC.

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: 2010-2018 various vehicles equipped with SYNC or SYNC 3 may not function when attempting to find or use the Spotify app via AppLink. As of an update released on 1/15/2018 Spotify will no longer be supporting their AppLink integration. No repair attempts sh

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    RECORD_ID: 1630972

    NHTSA Item Number: 10136611

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: May 14, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 47100

    Date Posted: Feb 21, 2018

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford and Lincoln Vehicle equipped with SYNC 3 and connected to an iPhone recently upgraded to iOS 11.2.5 may exhibit a concern where USB Audio playback and App Link applications will not function properly. This may also include, under certai

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    RECORD_ID: 1358253

    NHTSA Item Number: 10127405

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 46900

    Date Posted: Nov 2, 2017

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: ELECTRICAL SYSTEM

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use the Ford Integr

  • POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    RECORD_ID: 1358399

    NHTSA Item Number: 10127405

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 46900

    Date Posted: Nov 2, 2017

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: POWER TRAIN: AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION: CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some vehicles may exhibit a no start condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and a DTC P161A after PCM replacement. This may be due to the parameter reset procedure not being properly completed. To clear this DTC, use the Ford Integr

  • TIRES

    RECORD_ID: 1358595

    NHTSA Item Number: 10127409

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 46905

    Date Posted: Nov 8, 2017

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: TIRES

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with Hankook brand tires may exhibit chipping, cutting and/or unusual or even accelerated tread wear. If the tire side wall is marked as: 255/50R20 105H Ventus S1 Noble 2 contact Hankook Technical Service for possi

  • WHEELS

    RECORD_ID: 1358602

    NHTSA Item Number: 10127409

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 46905

    Date Posted: Nov 8, 2017

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: WHEELS

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2015-2018 Explorer vehicles equipped with Hankook brand tires may exhibit chipping, cutting and/or unusual or even accelerated tread wear. If the tire side wall is marked as: 255/50R20 105H Ventus S1 Noble 2 contact Hankook Technical Service for possi

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    RECORD_ID: 1358673

    NHTSA Item Number: 10127417

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Jan 29, 2018

    Bulletin Number: SSM 46930

    Date Posted: Nov 22, 2017

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford or Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode. This is due to the power saving features enabled while in transport mode and is beneficial fo

  • EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    RECORD_ID: 1275273

    NHTSA Item Number: 10125078

    Replacement Service Bulletin Number: N/A

    Date Added: Dec 14, 2017

    Bulletin Number: SSM 46860

    Date Posted: Oct 6, 2017

    MFRINTERNALCAMPAIGNID_SOFTWAREVERSION: N/A

    COMMUNICATIONTYPE: Service Bulletin/Repair Instructions

    Make: FORD

    Model: EXPLORER

    Year: 2018

    Component Name: EQUIPMENT: ELECTRICAL: NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)

    MFRCOMPONENTSYSTEM: N/A

    MFRCOMPONENTSUBSYSTEM: N/A

    Summary: Some 2016-2018 Ford or Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may exhibit a blank screen or other various SYNC symptoms only when the vehicle is in transport mode. This is due to the power saving features enabled while in transport mode and is beneficial fo

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