2021 Ford F-150 Technical Service Bulletins

645 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2021 Ford F-150. 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.

• 10201005Aug 16, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine and 7.2kW Pro Power Onboard may exhibit a message on the center stack screen indicating a circuit breaker on the bed panel outlet is tripped. If the bed panel outlet circuit breakers are not tripped, this may be due to a tripped circuit breaker in the instrument panel above the 120v power outlet. If all breakers are in a non-tripped state, verify the…
• 10201003Aug 16, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles with 3.5L PowerBoost engine and ProPower Onboard may exhibit a center stack screen message stating Pro Power Onboard Turned Off  Ground Fault Detected, after performing the Pro Power Onboard test function. This is a normal response after performing the test and full system function may be restored after pressing the on-screen RESET button.
• 10201001Aug 16, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may experience an Motor Coolant Over Temperature message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC), along with a stand-alone diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0A2F stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to software parameters in the PCM. Ford is working on an update that is expected via over the air (OTA) in late August 2021. The…
• 10200995Aug 6, 2021Visibility (wipers, defrost, mirrors), Equipment. Some 2020-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles are equipped with an anti-fogging feature known as enhanced windshield anti fogging strategy (EWAFS). This feature automatically adjusts airflow in the cabin to prevent the windshield from fogging up and may be perceived by customers as irregular climate control functionality.
• 10200994Aug 4, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera), Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may exhibit an inoperative camera and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) C1001:01 in the Sync Module (APIM), B115E:15 and/or B115E:31 in the Image Processing Module A (IPMA). This may be due to a loose coaxial cable or circuit connection. If only APIM DTC C1001:01 is present, verify connections between the IPMA and the APIM. If IPMA DTCs B115E:15 and/or B115E:31 are also present, verify…
• 10200983Aug 2, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may exhibit all modules on the HS2, HS3, HS4 and MS CAN networks not responding to the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) and modules on these networks fail the network test. Modules on the FD1 and HS1 networks will communicate with the FDRS. Vehicles equipped with a power opening/closing tailgate may also exhibit an inoperative power tailgate. This may be due to a gateway module (GWM)…
• 10201084Jul 31, 2021Engine cooling, Transmission and drivetrain. It may be possible for the Powertrain Control Module (PCM) to enter an eninge no-start condition at key-on if the software detects a low oil level AND the oil life remaining is between 5-20%. A Ford Power-Up (over-the-air) PCM software update will be available later this year (2021).
• 10199538Jul 29, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 and Mustang Mach-E vehicles may exhibit various driver assistance system warning messages or inoperative features and/or diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) U3000:49, U3000:89, U2107:68, C1001:54 and/or C1001:78. This may be due to software in the image processing module A (IPMA). To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the IPMA to the latest level.
• 10199652Jul 27, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may experience the IPC going blank or rebooting during an incoming or outgoing cell phone call. This may be due to the cell phone connected to SYNC having an emoji alongside the text of a name in the cell phone's contact list. If suspected, interview the customer about the concern happening during calls only with specific contacts. If confirmed, have the customer remove any emojis alongside…
• 10199536Jul 22, 2021Seats. 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 Sport/Mustang Mach-E vehicles may experience seat pan looseness, lateral movement, or a clunk/thump noise on turns. This may be due to the seat pan track. To correct…
• 10199511Jul 21, 2021Electrical system. Some 2020-2021 Corsair/Nautilus/Navigator/Aviator, 2021 F-150/Mustang Mach-E vehicles equipped with Phone-as-a-Key may have diagnostic trouble code(s) (DTC) U200D:15, U200E:15, U200F:15, B15**:31, B15**:49 and/or B15A5:56 stored in the remote function actuator (RFA) module. If any of these DTCs are detected during normal diagnostics, clear the DTCs, reflash RFA to the latest software level and start a new Ford…
• 10199534Jul 16, 2021Steering. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a heated steering wheel and built on or before 14-Jun-2021 may experience the heated steering wheel turning off within 10 minutes after being manually enabled and/or the heated steering wheel not being enabled after a remote start event. This may be due to various software parameters in the steering column control module (SCCM). To correct the condition, follow the Service…
• 10199510Jul 15, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 Mustang Mach-E and F-150 vehicles may exhibit a Reverse Brake Assist Unavailable message after module programming has been completed. This may be due to a network interruption from programming or configuring modules, which can cause steering center find to be reset. When the steering center find is reset, this causes various features to become disabled.
• 10199530Jul 14, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may experience a disabled Pro Power Onboard feature with a Pro Power Onboard Service Required message in the center stack display and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0364 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various software parameters within the direct current/alternating current converter module A (DCACA) inverter and the…
• 10199509Jul 14, 2021Engine cooling. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost engine may experience a lack/loss of power with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0299 in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to a wastegate control actuator question mark upper linkage lever becoming separated from the wastegate control actuator due to a missing jamb nut.
• 10199476Jul 12, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2017-2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L EcoBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0096 in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to an issue with the manifold absolute pressure (MAP) sensor. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the MAP sensor.
• 10199504Jul 8, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 Mustang Mach-E/F-150 vehicles may exhibit audio settings resetting after a key cycle, Android Auto concerns, Sirius presets missing more than three pages after a key cycle, touchscreen intermittent freezing/locking up, Pro Power Onboard messaging confusion after a tripped circuit breaker (F-150 only), WiFi keyboard defaulting to UK English, WMA files not playing properly from a USB and/or Bluetooth…
• 10199520Jul 1, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine, built on or before 23-Apr-2021, and having charging system diagnostics performed in the Workshop Manual (WSM) may experience the generator voltage desired (GENVDSD) parameter identification (PID) missing from the powertrain control module (PCM) PID list in the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS). This may be due to a software parameter in the PCM. To correct…
• 10199500Jul 1, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Some 2021 Mustang Mach-E, F-150, Edge/Nautilus or Bronco vehicles equipped with SYNC 4 may have a customer symptom of the SYNC voice commands being activated without pushing the steering wheel switch. This may be due to the feature called Wake Word within SYNC 4. This feature allows the driver to activate the SYNC 4 system without pushing the steering wheel switch. Under the touchscreen Settings > Voice Settings…
• 10198655Jun 25, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150/Edge vehicles equipped with SYNC4 without navigation may exhibit a condition where the compass is inoperative and/or stuck in one direction in instrument cluster and/or SYNC4 screen. This may be due to a software concern in the telematics control unit (TCU).
• 10198616Jun 24, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. In some affected vehicles, it may be possible fo the Powertrain Control Module to enter a non-recoverable reset condition at key-on when the software detects a low oil level AND the oil life remaining is between 5-20%. When the PCM is in the reset condition, the driver may experience a condition whe the engine will not attempt to turn on when the driver turns the key or presses the "engine start" button.
• 10198642Jun 15, 2021Equipment. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles built on or before 18-May-2021 may exhibit FordPass missing the button to activate the vehicle and/or a message stating WiFi hotspot feature not enabled when attempting to access the WiFi hotspot settings in the SYNC4 menu. This may be due to the gateway module (GWM) configuration. To correct the condition, download and run the GWM - Gateway Module A (GWM) Configuration app using the Ford…
• 10198641Jun 15, 2021Fuel system. Some 2021 F-150 PowerBoost vehicles may exhibit the fuel door release tappet separated from the fuel door housing, slow fuel fill, fuel spit back during refueling, a message in the cluster that states Close Fuel Door To Avoid Check Engine Light and/or diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P04B5 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to opening the fuel door without pressing the fuel door release…
• 10198614Jun 7, 2021Electrical system. In all of the affected vehicles, the Gateway Module (GWM) was not properly configured at the assembly plant. Affected vehicles present the following symptoms: "Activate" button is not visible to customer when trying to activate vehicle via FordPass; Sync4 system displays the massage "vehicle hot spot feature is not enable in this vehicle"; and all connected features (software updates, alerts, bug reports, command &…
• 10198632Jun 5, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles built on or before 18-May-2021 may experience a Return Passenger Seat To Upright Position warning in the message center of the instrument panel cluster (IPC) when the passenger seat is already in the upright position. This may be due to a software parameter in the driver front seat module (DSM). To correct the condition, download and run the DSM - Driver Front Seat Module (DSM)…
• 10198630Jun 5, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may experience the Easy Entry/Exit feature missing from the SYNC 4 touchscreen menu. This may be due to various software parameters in the accessory protocol interface module (APIM). To correct the condition, download and run the APIM - SYNC Module (APIM) Configuration app on the latest level of the Ford diagnostic scan tool.
• 10198606Jun 3, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may experience a diagnostics trouble code (DTC) U2100 in the trailer module (TRM) after installation of the Ford Accessory Trailer Brake Control kit. This may be due to an error in the configuration data needed to update the TRM. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to configure and program the TRM and the instrument panel cluster (IPC).
• 10194646May 25, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles built on 29-Apr-2021 and through 18-May-2021 may exhibit FordPass missing the button to activate the vehicle and/or a message stating WiFi hotspot feature not enabled when attempting to access the WiFi hotspot settings in the SYNC4 menu. This may be due to the gateway module (GWM) configuration. To correct the condition, download and run the GWM - Gateway Module A (GWM) Configuration app…
• 10194428May 24, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Engine cooling. Some 2015-2021 Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0011, P0012, P0014, P0015, P0016, P0017, P0018, P0019, P0021, P0022, P0024 and/or P0025. This may be due to small debris causing the VCT solenoid to stick. Before attempting any component diagnosis or replacement of the VCT solenoid, refer to Powertrain Control and Emissions Diagnosis (PC/ED) pinpoint test…
• 10194425May 24, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. 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 error within the FordPass or LincolnWay App and not due to a concern on the vehicle. Verify that the customers FordPass or LincolnWay App is at the latest version.
• 10194438May 18, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine and built on or before 23-April-2021 may exhibit a Low Oil Level message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) message center with a dipstick oil level reading above the minimum line. This may be due to a software parameter within the powertrain control module (PCM). To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the PCM.
• 10194437May 18, 2021Electrical system, Engine cooling. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine and built on or before 23-Apr-2021 may experience a runs rough, hesitation and/or a lack of power condition with an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0301, P0304, P0306, P0307, P3402, P3426, P3442 and/or P3450 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various software parameters within the…
• 10194435May 18, 2021Transmission and drivetrain, Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine and built on or before 04-Mar-2021 may experience an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0364, P060B, P062B, P164C, P2601, P0171, P0172, P0174, P0175 and/or P1104 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various software parameters within the PCM. To correct the condition, follow the Service…
• 10194421May 18, 2021Engine cooling. Some 2011-2021 vehicles equipped with a diesel engine may have engine oil in the exhaust after turbocharger replacement for various reasons. To correct the condition, remove the exhaust and stand the exhaust up with the turbocharger inlet side facing down using a suitable drain pan. Allow the exhaust to drain for at least 24 hours and reinstall. Do not perform a manual exhaust regeneration.
• 10194420May 18, 2021Electrical system, Equipment, Latches, locks and linkages. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a side door ajar and/or a hood ajar warning message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with or without diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P166B, B1175, B1176, B11C1 and/or B11C0. This may be due to a misalignment of the the door or hood and/or their strikers. Before attempting any component diagnosis or replacement, check the door and/or hood and their strikers for…
• 10194413May 12, 2021Electrical system, Other or unknown. 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 when the deep sleep message set, this is an erroneous message. Starting and running the vehicle will clear the message and allow the remote commands to function again.
• 10194429May 11, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) and diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0A1A and/or P1A0E stored in the secondary on board diagnostic control module C (SOBDMC), also referred to as the inverter system controller (ISC). These DTCs may be set due to an issue related to electric motor performance. To correct the condition, follow…
• 10194432May 7, 2021Equipment. Some 2015-2021 F-150 and 2017-2021 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit a lack of heat or cooling from the cabin vents when the climate control settings are adjusted between hot and cold. This may be due to a stuck/binding temperature door within the climate control housing or binding/inoperative temperature door actuator. Diagnostic trouble code (DTC) B1081:07 may be present in the front controls interface module…
• 10194412May 7, 2021Fuel system. Some 2021 F-Super Duty and 2021-2022 E-Series vehicles equipped with a 6.2L or 7.3L gasoline engine may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0457 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to a loose fuel filler cap. The fuel filler cap design has changed, requiring multiple turns to seal properly. Advise the customer to turn the fuel filler…
• 10194431May 6, 2021Electrical system, Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with console shift may exhibit a condition where the gear shift lever will not shift out of PARK. Some vehicles may also have the gear shift lever stow position delayed or inoperative. This may be due to software in the gearshift module (GSM) or internal GSM damage. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the GSM or replace GSM if internal damage is found.
• 10191527Apr 30, 2021Brakes. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may exhibit a Reverse Brake Assist Unavailable message after module programming has been completed. This may be due to a network interruption from programming or configuring modules, which can cause steering center find to be reset. When the steering center find is reset, this causes various features to become disabled.
• 10191525Apr 29, 2021Engine cooling. Some 2011-2021 Mustang and F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine may exhibit a ticking noise at idle after an engine oil change. It is often referred to as typewriter noise because of its similarity to the sound of a mechanical typewriter. The noise in question may be heard on some engines when engine temperatures reach 150F (65à’C) or higher and engine speed is at idle up to approximately 1700 RPMs.
• 10191516Apr 29, 2021Electrical system, Equipment. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine and built on or before 23-Apr-2021 may experience an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P0300, P0301-P0306, P0316, P050E, P1674, P0454 and/or P2451 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various software parameters within the PCM. To correct the condition, follow the Service…
• 10191521Apr 28, 2021Back-over prevention (rear camera). Some 2018-2021 vehicles supported by FDRS may not list a software update for a module under the SW Updates tab although an SSM or TSB is published for a software update. This may be due to the module already being at the latest software level. A later software level may have been programmed at the assembly plant, during a previous dealer visit or by an over the air (OTA) update for vehicles that have automatic…
• 10191102Apr 26, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2020-2021 Explorer/Aviator/Police Interceptor Utility and 2021 F-150 Hybrid vehicles equipped with a 10R80 modular hybrid transmission (MHT) and with less than 100 miles (160 kilometers) may exhibit a transmission fluid leak that appears to be coming from between the hybrid drive unit and transmission case joint. This condition may be due to residual transmission fluid trapped between the front module and…
• 10191518Apr 23, 2021Electrical system. Certain 2021 Model Year F-150 Vehicles Heated Mirror and Integrated Trailer Relay Module Reflash Additional labor allowance to clear the potential unavailable brake assist message. Some of the affected vehicles may have software logic errors affecting the heated mirror and the ITRM. The heated mirror may not output heat at temperatures below zero degrees Celsius. Also, a battery drain may occur under a certain…
• 10191182Apr 23, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine may experience diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0288 stored in the secondary on-board diagnostic module C (SOBDMC), also referred to as the inverter system controller (ISC). This may be due to various software parameters within the SOBDMC. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to perform a multi-module reprogramming, beginning with the…
• 10191181Apr 23, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5L PowerBoost engine and the 7.2 kilowatt (kW) inverter system may experience a "Pro Power Onboard Service Required" message in the center stack display and diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P0364 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to various software parameters within the direct current/alternating converter module A (DCACA) inverter and the PCM.
• 10191098Apr 21, 2021Electrical system. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles may experience intermittent inoperative remote commands from the FordPass mobile app. Intermittent command behavior may also lead the customer to believe there is no cellular signal or coverage. FordPass mobile app commands may become operative again after starting the vehicle with the ignition or key fob. This may be due to software in the gateway module (GWM). To correct the condition…
• 10191180Apr 20, 2021Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2021 F-150 vehicles equipped with a 5.0L engine built on or before 9-Apr-2021 may exhibit a no start/no powertrain control module (PCM) communication condition if the oil level is approximately 1 or more quarts low and the oil life is at or less than 20%. This may be due to various parameters within the PCM. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reset and reprogram the PCM.

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