2023 Ford Bronco Technical Service Bulletins

212 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 Ford Bronco. TSBs are notes manufacturers send to dealers about repair procedures for issues seen in the field. They are not recalls and do not by themselves mean a vehicle has a fault.

• 11000848May 1, 2024Other or unknown. 'Quality improvements include: -Fix the vehicle battery drain issue due to the Key-Off Load caused by the Instrument Cluster Panel staying on.
• 10254159Apr 24, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTC P25B4, P25B6, and/or P0299 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to a loose nut on the turbo actuator arm causing an under boost condition
• 10254138Apr 24, 2024Equipment. 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. Unlike the integrated (wired) factory keypad, the accessory keypad master code cannot be retrieved from the vehicle using a diagnostic scan tool. If the wallet…
• 10254136Apr 23, 2024Other or unknown. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may experience a repeat loss of window initialization which results in a loss of short drop and/or one-touch up and one-touch down feature operation. This may be due to a recent short drop enhancement that is contained in the driver door module (DDM) and passenger door module (PDM) software.
• 10254122Apr 15, 2024Engine cooling. Some 2020-2024 F-150 and 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L EcoBoost engine may exhibit a ticking/tapping or rattle type noise from the top front cover area of the engine on initial start-up after a cold soak of 6 hours or more that may last for 2-5 seconds. This may be due to a stuck internal component of the variable cam timing (VCT) unit. To correct the condition, replace all 4 of the VCT…
• 10253892Apr 15, 2024Back-over prevention (rear camera). Some 2022-2024 Bronco Raptor vehicles may exhibit an intermittent no crank/no start/discharged battery due to the presence of a parasitic battery drain. This may be due to the instrument panel cluster (IPC) software.
• 10253890Apr 11, 2024Suspension. This article supersedes TSB 23-2400 to update the parts list. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles may encounter a Sta-bar Disconnect Service Required message in the instrument panel cluster and an illuminated warning light with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in the chassis control module (CHCM)
• 10254319Apr 9, 2024Electrical system. Quality improvements include: -Fix the infrequent random audio noises issue and improve the audio quality of the vehicle
• 10253552Apr 3, 2024Other or unknown. Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual recentlyupdated for diagnostics and repairs on SYNC generation 3 and later applications. When performingdiagnostics and repairs on SYNC Gen 3 or later, select the diagnostics tab and search for related symptoms,DTCs and keywords. The search results will be shown in the search results pane.
• 10252616Mar 25, 2024Electrical system. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equiped with a 2.7L engine may exhibit an ilumintated MIL with DTC P0456 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to the software level of the PCM and has no effect on vehicle operation.
• 10252558Mar 20, 2024Equipment, Body and structure. This article supersedes 23-2024 to update parts list to include rivets. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a factory soft top roof may exhibit a headliner that is detaching from the soft top material. This may be due to the factory installation process.
• 10252628Mar 14, 2024Electrical system, Body and structure. 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles built on or before 9-Jul-2023 may have new version software in their driver door module (DDM) and passenger door module (PDM) that contains noticeable enhancements to the window short drop operation. This software level can be identified in the DDM and PDM as Software Part Number MU5T-14C064-CR or later.
• 10252624Mar 13, 2024Electrical system. Some 2023 Bronco vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U2101 stored in accessory protocol interface module (APIM) and/or telematics control unit (TCU) after TCU module programming with no additional symptoms present. This may be due to the TCU configuration. To correct the concern, download and run the TCU-Telematics Control Unit (TCU) Module Configuration application using Ford Diagnosis and Repair…
• 10251956Mar 8, 2024Electrical system. Some 2022-2024 various Ford/Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may experience concern where customers are receiving an error message when trying to enroll in connected services. This may be due to the gateway module (GWM) software. To correct the concern, download and run the Transport and Factory Mode Deactivation app: under HS1 modules select BCM > Transport and Factory Mode > Download > Run. When the pop-up…
• 10251954Mar 7, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2022-2024 Broncos Raptors built on and before 13-Feb-2024 and 2021-2024 Broncos equipped with a 2.3L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated MIL with ignition system DTC(s) P0352, P0353, P0354, P0355, P0357, P2303, P2306, P2309, P2312, P2318, P2304, P2307, P2310, P2313, P2319, and/or P2322 set in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to incorrect cylinder to DTC mapping within the PCM. This…
• 10251952Mar 6, 2024Engine cooling. 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 oil leak symptoms and although oil may collect on the external surface of a turbocharger, it is extremely rare for a turbocharger assembly to be the root cause…
• 10251950Mar 6, 2024Electrical system. Many body control module C (BCMC) warranty return parts are coming back with no trouble found. To verify that the BCMC is at fault prior to replacing, perform the following. First, disconnect the battery then check all BCMC connectors for terminal pushout, pin damage, spread terminals, and corrosion. Refer to Workshop Manual Section 100-00 Wire Terminal Inspection and Replacement. If none found, reconnect the BCMC…
• 10251947Mar 4, 2024Equipment. Some 2021-2024 Bronco/F-150, 2023-2024 Escape/F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may experience a concern during accessory protocol interface module (APIM) programming where the vehicle's center display screen indicates USB Error. This may be due to a lack of memory space available to perform the APIM software update. If it is a memory concern, the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) will provide an…
• 10251934Mar 1, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. 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 breaking and engine damage. Replacement of the bolt is critical to the repair and accurately following the installation procedure in the Workshop Manual (WSM) Section…
• 10251466Feb 22, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. This article supersedes TSB 23-2019 to update the model years affected, add an additional labor operation, and correct the part number called out in the Service Procedure. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with a MT88 manual transmission may experience a rotational scraping noise while the transmission is in neutral, 1st or 2nd gear with the clutch pedal released and may be more noticeable in ambient temps…
• 10250832Feb 21, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2021-2023 Bronco (non-Raptor) vehicles built on or before 09-Jul-2023 may exhibit a fluid leak from the front drive axle pinion seal. This may be due to operating the vehicle under high load. If leaking, replace the pinion seal following Workshop Manual (WSM) section 205-03A > Removal and Installation > Drive Pinion Flange and Seal.
• 10251486Feb 19, 2024Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system. Software Update 24-PU0102-SVD-FX for 2023 MY BRONCO vehicles is now available. Quality improvements include: - Improved OTA deployment
• 10251232Feb 19, 2024Electrical system. Certain 2023 Model Year F-150 and Bronco Vehicles - Gateway Module Programing
• 10251465Feb 16, 2024Equipment. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may exhibit paint damage on the rear quarter panel due to contact with the soft top rear window. This may be due to a contact condition that can occur during extreme off-road driving between the soft top rear window and the rear quarter panel. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to modify the rear window.
• 10250522Feb 13, 2024Latches, locks and linkages, Electrical system. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a parasitic battery draw. This may be due to an interior door lock switch on the driver's and passenger's interior door panels. Prior to normal Workshop Manual (WSM) diagnostics, check both front door lock control switches for damage and/or proper operation. If a front door lock control switch does not operate as designed, repair as necessary. If no problems are found…
• 10251460Feb 5, 2024Equipment, Body and structure. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles built on or before 28-Feb-2023 may exhibit water entry into the rear trunk. This may be due to a lack of body seam sealer at the floor panel to trunk sheet metal joint. This repair procedure addresses water entry from underneath of the vehicle into the rear trunk area (jack storage compartment). This article does not apply if water is entering the vehicle from above the rear trunk…
• 10249780Jan 31, 2024Equipment. Some 2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a B&O sound system and built on 28-Jul-2023 and through 29-Aug-2023 may experience an intermittent loss of audio from certain speakers. Function should return with a key cycle and the symptom may return within every 1-20 additional key cycles. This may be due to the software within the audio digital signal processing module (DSP).
• 10249787Jan 24, 2024Equipment. This article supersedes TSB 23-2213 to revise Figure 1, add 2024 vehicles and the part list. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a whistle noise below the lower left windshield area at the bottom of the A-pillar. This may be due to a missed body sealer application at the factory.
• 10249422Jan 23, 2024Transmission and drivetrain, Other or unknown, Wheels. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with 4x4 with part time engagement and built on or before 12-Jan-2024 may exhibit a condition of the vehicle being stuck in neutral tow mode. This may be due to a concern with the all-wheel drive (AWD) module software. Make sure the proper procedure is being followed to exit neutral tow mode by referring to the Owner's Manual > Towing Your Vehicle > Recreationally Towing Your…
• 10248998Jan 15, 2024Engine, Other or unknown, Body and structure. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a rattle from the front windows with the windows placed in the partially down position and driving over rough roads and/or bumps. This condition is currently under investigation and repairs and/or component replacement is not expected to reduce the rattle. Inform customers that they can continue to drive the vehicle and that engineering is currently developing a solution…
• 10248991Jan 9, 2024Engine cooling, Other or unknown. Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may experience a concern during SYNC module (APIM) programming where the vehicle's center display screen indicates: USB Error. This may be due to a lack of memory space available to perform the APIM software update. If it is a memory concern, the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) will provide an option to delete the voice application.
• 10249753Jan 8, 2024Electrical system. This article supersedes 23-2105 to update the vehicle model years affected and customer symptoms. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles may experience at least one of the following symptoms: intermittent blank/frozen center display screen that resets automatically, Android Auto Apple Carplay connectivity, checkerboard display, center display screen reset and/or Bluetooth connectivity. This may be due to the software in…
• 10248362Dec 11, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. This article supersedes TSB 23-2219 to update the Parts List. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles may exhibit no 3rd gear engagement and/or a grinding noise going into 3rd and/or 4th gear. This may be due to the transmission shifting system and clutch interaction such as a lack of full clutch disengagement during shifts and/or placing weight upon the gear shift lever while driving.
• 10248359Dec 6, 2023Electrical system. This article supersedes TSB 23-2086 to update the parts list. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles may encounter a Sta-bar Disconnect Service Required message in the instrument panel cluster and an illuminated warning light with any of the following diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) stored in the chassis control module (CHCM): C103A, C1A99, C1B03, C1B07, C1B14 and/or B1A67. To correct the condition, follow the Service…
• 10248261Dec 4, 2023Other or unknown, Electrical system. Software Update SU6 P2 for PU1103-NAT-VCE for 2023 MY Bronco vehicles is now available. Quality improvements include: - Adds a "some display features may be temporarily unavailable" message to the SYNC screen when a SYNC update is installing. -Addresses SYNC reboot issue may occur after 2 hours of continuous use.
• 10246340Nov 20, 2023Electrical system. Software Update PU0813-DOR-UP2 for 2023 BRONCO vehicles is now available. Quality improvements include: - Updated strategy to learn hard stop window travel at top and bottom to reduce unintended window bounce back and prevent loss of one touch function.
• 10246337Nov 15, 2023Electrical system. Software Update SU6 P1 for 2023 BRONCO vehicles is now available. Quality improvements include: - Prevent unintended fuel level MIL after future OTA updates - Enhanced electronic brake booster to improve the braking experience when vehicle is flat towed.
• 10246125Nov 14, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator and 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 10R60 transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes stored in the powertrain control module (PCM) or transmission control module (TCM).
• 10245357Nov 14, 2023Equipment. Some 2021-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may exhibit the navigation feature in the center display screen only displaying imperial (feet and miles) units and not being able to change to metric (meters and kilometers) units. This may be due to the software level of the SYNC module (APIM). To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to update the APIM to the latest software level via a…
• 10245175Nov 2, 2023Transmission and drivetrain, Other or unknown, Electrical system. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with 4x4 with part time engagement may exhibit a condition of the vehicle being stuck in neutral tow mode. This may be due to a concern with the all-wheel drive (AWD) module. Make sure the proper procedure is being followed to exit neutral tow mode by referring to the Owner's Manual > Towing Your Vehicle > Recreationally Towing Your Vehicle.
• 10246066Nov 1, 2023Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors). Certain 2021-2023 Model Year Bronco Vehicles - Wiper Motor Software Update
• 10244692Oct 26, 2023Engine cooling, Equipment. Customer Satisfaction Program 23B42 Certain 2023 Model Year Explorer, Bronco, Ranger Vehicles Equipped with 2.3L Gas Engine - Engine Long Block Replacement
• 10244872Oct 23, 2023Equipment. Some 2023 Bronco/Corsair/F-150/F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a DTC P1674 in the GWM after an OTA update. This OTA update is delivered in two downloads. If the GWM is tested between OTAs, this code will be present. This DTC does not affect vehicle durability and no additional diagnosis or service is required for this condition at this time. Inform customers that they can continue to drive the vehicle.
• 10244807Oct 19, 2023Equipment, Brakes. Software Update SU4 P4 for 2022-2023 Bronco is now available. Quality improvements include: - Prevent unintended Fuel level MIL after future OTA updates. -Various Apple Carplay quality improvements -Electronic Brake Boost (EBB) interaction enhancement during neutral tow operation.
• 10244851Oct 16, 2023Body and structure, Equipment. Some 2023 Bronco 3-door vehicles built on 01-Jul-2023 and through 25-Jul-2023 may encounter a whistle noise from the right side A-pillar area. Inspect the window run at the sail area (triangle) for any type of deformities and/or not sitting flush. This may be due to the inner belt moulding being too long and deforming the sail moulding, compare to the driver side if necessary.
• 10244850Oct 13, 2023Electrical system. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles may exhibit a charging system lamp that illuminates briefly and/or intermittently, and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B11DB:08 in the body control module (BCM). This may be due to a loose fuse terminal for the 3 amp fuse in the battery positive fuse assembly. If this condition is present, compare fuse removal effort between the 3A fuse in the battery positive fuse assembly and like…
• 10244695Oct 4, 2023Electrical system, Other or unknown. Harvest Program 23H05 Certain 2022 Model Year Navigator and 2022-2023 Model Year Mach-E, F150 Lightning, F150, Expedition and Bronco - Instrument Cluster Odometer Inspection
• 10244824Oct 3, 2023Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Some 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with DTCs P0096 and/or P007B in the powertrain control module (PCM), which may be more prevalent in high ambient air temperatures. For vehicles that meet this criateria, inspect the front of the vehicle for the presence of an aftermarket bumper and/or accessories which may restrict air flow to the charge air cooler and surrounding sensors. Remove the…
• 10243648Sep 21, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving. This may be identified as coming from the bellhousing and the front of the transmission fluid pan. The whine noise may become louder when the transmission is at operating temperature and may increase with engine revolutions per minute (RPM) in the park (P)…
• 10243536Sep 14, 2023Electrical system. 2023 Bronco vehicles built on or before 11-Jul-2023 and equipped with a 6-speaker sound system includes a non-operational rear amplifier. This non-operational amplifier (service part number N2DZ-18C804-B) will not produce sound by design from the rear subwoofer. The Ford accessories team offers a JBL sound bar for Bronco. The JBL sound bar is not compatible and will not function with Bronco vehicles equipped with…

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