2023 Ford Transit Technical Service Bulletins

124 technical service bulletins (TSBs) are on record for the 2023 Ford Transit. 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.

• 11014836Feb 25, 2025Other or unknown. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: * General system performance/stability/intermittent system reboot * Intermittent wireless CarPlay or Android Auto function * Phone related concerns with intermittent no audio or static * Navigation/global positioning system (GPS) related concerns through CarPlay and Android Auto * Alexa function…
• 11014909Feb 18, 2025Other or unknown. Certain 2023 Model Year F-150 Super Duty, Expedition, Navigator, and Transit Vehicles Transmission Replacement
• 11013141Jan 24, 2025Other or unknown. Some 2020-2024 Transit vehicles built on 01-Aug-2019 and through 23-Oct-2024 may exhibit a lack of power steering assist on initial engine start-up with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U3000:49 stored in the power steering control module (PSCM).
• 11013139Jan 23, 2025Other or unknown. All Transit accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code.
• 11013132Jan 17, 2025Other or unknown. Some 2017-2025 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100 transmission may exhibit a whine noise at idle and/or while driving.
• 11012856Jan 10, 2025Other or unknown. "Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit at least one of the following conditions: • Harsh engagement • Delayed engagement • Harsh shift • Delayed shift"
• 11012217Dec 4, 2024Other or unknown. Certain 2018 - 2024 Model Year Various Vehicles Update SYNC Software
• 11012016Dec 4, 2024Other or unknown. Ford Pro - Email/Script 24-930 Email and calling script
• 11011039Nov 18, 2024Other or unknown. In some of the affected vehicles, customers may initially experience a gear grinding noise from the transmission in reverse, which could progress to illumination of the check engine light and/or transmission wrench light. If the customer continues to operate the vehicle, this could progress to a loss of transmission torque resulting in vehicle speed limitation and inability to shift to reverse.
• 11009438Oct 28, 2024Other or unknown. Some vehicles equipped with SYNC4 may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms after all currently available accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software updates have been performed.
• 11009914Oct 14, 2024Brakes. In the affected vehicles, over time, the Electric Vacuum Pump (EVP) may stop functioning due to broken wires internal to the pump. This may result in the driver experiencing a hard brake pedal feel and perceived reduction in brake response
• 11008948Oct 10, 2024Other or unknown. 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. 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.
• 11008391Sep 26, 2024Other or unknown. Various Vehicles Equipped With A 10R80 Automatic Transmission - Harsh/Delayed Engagement And/Or Harsh/Delayed Shift - Built On Or Before 15-Aug-2022
• 11006772Aug 26, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2020-2022 Explorer, 2020-2023 Transit, 2021-2022 F-150, 2021-2022 Mustang and 2022 Expedition/Navigator vehicles equipped with a 10R80 transmission (excluding hybrid) may exhibit harsh/delayed engagements and/or harsh/delayed shifts, an illuminated MIL with DTC P0751, P0752, P0756, P0757, P0761, P0762, P0766, P0767, P0771, P0772, P2700, P2701, P2702, P2703, P2704, P2705, P2707, P2708, P0729, P0731, P0732…
• 11006853Aug 24, 2024Other or unknown. Certain 2020-2024 Model Year Transit All-Wheel-Drive (AWD) Vehicles All-Wheel-Drive Module (AWDM) Software Update. Warranty part analysis and bench testing has shown that thrust bearing damage can occur as a result of repeated high-torque launches consistent with severe-duty package delivery applications.
• 11006862Aug 23, 2024Other or unknown. Some 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with a telematics control unit module (TCU) may exhibit the Location toggle button in the Connectivity setting menu grayed out with an inability to switch it off.
• 11007131Aug 20, 2024Other or unknown. -Addresses SYNC reboot issue that may occurs after 2 hours of continuous use. -Adds a ""some display features may be temporarily unavailable"" message to the SYNC screen when a SYNC update is installing. -Vehicle Enhancement: Software Updates currently has the title ‘Recurring Update Schedule’ in Setting, Tittle will change to Reccuring Schedule
• 11006463Aug 5, 2024Other or unknown. Some 2023-2024 Transit vehicles may require the front bumper inner park aid sensor (15K859) to be replaced in service. The service part number called out in the parts catalog for the sensors, NU5Z-15K859-AQPTM, is incorrect. If it is necessary to replace the front bumper inner parking aid sensors, order part number JU5Z-15K859-APTM.
• 11006036Jul 23, 2024Other or unknown. Certain 2018 - 2024 Model Year Various Vehicles Update SYNC Software In all the affected vehicles, due to an error in the SYNC software, you may experience SYNC system instability concerns and/or a failure to preserve certain settings across ignition cycles. This may result in a black infotainment screen that does not affect rear view camera, incorrect language setting, erased or unsaved radio presets, and…
• 11005746Jul 16, 2024Other or unknown. Some 2019-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with SYNC3 may experience various FordPass/LincolnWay connectivity concerns including but not limited to: missing activation prompt (pop-up) on the vehicle's center display screen when attempting to activate vehicle through FordPass/LincolnWay, incorrect location/global positioning system (GPS) reported through FordPass/LincolnWay, problems with remote commands…
• 11005710Jul 9, 2024Other or unknown. Some 2019-2024 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a programming Error - "INSTL_ERR12" while programming APIM using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) or experience a frozen screen which says "updating system software" or no progress/response from module using the universal USB updater. This may be due to low memory in the APIM commonly occurring on software level NU5T-14G381-AB/BB.
• 11003146Jun 28, 2024Other or unknown. Some 2019-2024 vehicles equipped with SYNC 3 may experience a programming Error - "INSTL_ERR12" while programming APIM using the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System, or experience a frozen screen which says "updating system software" or no progress/response from module using the universal USB updater. This may be due to low memory in the APIM commonly occurring on software level
• 11003143Jun 26, 2024Electrical system. Some 2023-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with a park aid module (PAM) may erroneously exhibit a Not Responding message in FDRS due to the PAM not being assigned to the correct network. Prior to diagnosing, verify the vehicle is equipped with a PAM. Units with 360 degree camera do not have a PAM. For units with SYNC 4, the PAM communicates on high speed channel 2 (HS2). For units without SYNC 4, the PAM communicates…
• 11003141Jun 26, 2024Electrical system. Some 2023-2024 Transit vehicles may experience an inoperative driver or passenger power window. In these vehicles, the power window motor is equipped with thermal protection against current increase or excessive operation of the switch. Once the protection is activated, the power window motor will automatically reset after approximately 20 seconds of window motor rest time.
• 11001646Jun 6, 2024Other or unknown. This article supersedes TSB 23-2307 to update the Service Procedure and vehicle model years affected. Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Transit Connect, 2019-2023 Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2021 Expedition/Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair/Super Duty/EcoSport, 2020-2024 Explorer/Aviator/Transit, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles with SYNC 3 may experience…
• 11001369Jun 6, 2024Other or unknown. 2024-2024 Tranist- Keyless Entry Keypad and Master Code Retrieval. 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 a plastic bag that is located in instrument panel pocket behind the steering wheel. During vehicle delivery, the card should be handed to the vehicle's owner.
• 11001180May 31, 2024Other or unknown. This article supersedes TSBs 24-2100 and 24-2070 to add 2023 F-150 vehicles, update the TSB Issue statement and the TSB Service Procedure.
• 11001112May 30, 2024Other or unknown. Some vehicles equipped with SYNC4 may exhibit one or more of the following symptoms after all currently available accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software updates have been performed. - General system performance, stability, and intermittent system reboots. - Intermittent Wireless CarPlay or Android Auto function. - Phone related concerns with intermittent No Audio or Static. - Navigation/global…
• 11000297May 18, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Various vehicles equiped with 10R80/10R80 MHT/10R100/10R140 transmissions may require replacement of the seal kits (7153) when internal repairs are being performed. These kits come with 4 wheel drive (4WD) seals and will no longer include the 2WD seals. When working on a 2WD vehicle, any 2WD seals must be ordered separately. Refer to the parts catalog for the proper 2WD seals required.
• 11000293May 11, 2024Electrical system. Some 2023 Transit vehicles may experience an inoperative driver or passenger power window. In these vehicles, the power window motor is equipped with thermal protection against current increase or excessive operation of the switch. Once the protection is activated, the power window motor will automatically reset after approximately 20 seconds of window motor rest time.
• 10254142Apr 25, 2024Other or unknown. 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 should include checking for an intermittent or partial disconnect of the harness to the fuel pump control module (FPCM) connector, connector pin push-outs, damaged…
• 10254123Apr 16, 2024Exterior lighting. 2015-2024 Transit and 2023-2024 Transit Trail vehicles equipped with DRW have a high mount rear marker lamp that does not illuminate with the stop lamps. This lamp assembly may appear to be a stop lamp but is intended to illuminate with the parking lamps only. This information is available in Workshop Manual Section 417-01.
• 10253886Apr 2, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. This article supersedes TSB 22-2444 to add 2024 model year vehicles. Some 2015-2024 Transit vehicles equipped with rear wheel drive (RWD), single rear wheel (only), and U-joints at the transmission flange and rear driveshaft may experience a boom/hum/moan noise from the rear while driving.
• 10252673Mar 29, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. This article supersedes TSB 24-2059 to update the Service Procedure LTIS statement. Some 2021-2022 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang and 2020-2023 Transit/Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80MHT transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) that are stored in the…
• 10252662Mar 13, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. This article supersedes TSB 23-2351 to remove 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicle applications. The 2023 F-150 10R80 and 10R80 MHT vehicles will be the subject of a separate article.
• 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…
• 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…
• 10252421Mar 1, 2024Electrical system. Optional Product Improvement 24G02 Certain 2022-2024 Model Year Transit Battery Electric Vehicles (BEV) - Off-Board Charger Controller (OBCC) Software Update
• 10252416Mar 1, 2024Electrical system. Harvest Program 23H06 Certain 2021-2023 Model Year Mustang Mach-E and 2022-2023 Transit Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) High Voltage Battery Module Replacement Owner letter added. Other documents submitted 02/01/24
• 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…
• 10251257Feb 22, 2024Transmission and drivetrain. Certain 2023 Model Year Super Duty and Transit Vehicles Equipped with 10R Transmissions - Main Control Assembly Bolt Inspection
• 10249488Jan 16, 2024Electrical system. Certain 2021-2023 Model Year Mustang Mach-E and 2022-2023 Transit Battery Electric Vehicle (BEV) High Voltage Battery Module Replacement
• 10248355Dec 5, 2023Electrical system. This article supersedes TSB 23-2326 to remove a DTC from the Issue and Action. Some 2021-2023 Mustang Mach-E built on or before 15-Sep-2023 and 2022-2023 E-Transit vehicles may experience an illuminated powertrain malfunction (wrench) indicator with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) U3000:16, U3000:64, U3000:04 and/or U3000:45 in the off-board charging controller (OBCC) module and the high voltage (HV) battery will…
• 10246123Nov 15, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. Some 2021-2023 F-150, 2022-2023 Expedition/Navigator, 2022-2023 Mustang, 2020-2023 Transit, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator vehicles equipped with a 10R80/10R80MHT 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).
• 10243410Sep 30, 2023Equipment. Certain 2023 Model Year Transit - Missing Rear Vinyl Floor Covering
• 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)…
• 10242856Sep 8, 2023Electrical system. Some 2023 Transit chassis cab/cutaway vehicles equipped with the blind spot information system (BLIS®) kit built on or before 15-Mar-2023 may experience a false BLIS® warning/indication or too sensitive while driving. This may be due to a lack of module configuration and/or incorrect harness connector being connected to the side obstacle detection left or right (SODL/SODR) module. T
• 10243481Sep 7, 2023Seat belts. Some 2015-2023 Transit vehicles may exhibit front seat safety belts that do not extend or retract properly or may exhibit an abnormal noise. Verify if the vehicle has been modified, in particular if a bulkhead partition between the front seats and cargo area has been added to the vehicle. Fasteners or holes in the lower b-pillar are indicators that the seat belt retractor mechanism could have been compromised.
• 10241447Aug 14, 2023Transmission and drivetrain. This article supersedes TSB 22-2428 and 23-2176 to update the Issue, Action and Service Procedure. Some 2017-2023 F-150, 2018-2023 Expedition/Navigator/Mustang, 2019-2023 Ranger, 2020-2023 Explorer/Aviator/Transit and 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles equipped with a 10R60/10R80/10R80MHT transmission may exhibit a harsh/delayed engagement and/or harsh/delayed shift, an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with…
• 10241998Aug 7, 2023Back-over prevention (rear camera). Software Update 4 P1 for 2022-2023 Transit Vehicles is now available. Quality improvements include: -Minimize time customer cannot enter the vehicle during future inhibit updates.

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