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2011 Ford F-150 Technical Service Bulletins (TSBs)

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03/13/18 NHTSA ID: 10130290
TSB ID: IB10X001E

This bulletin is being issued to inform dealers of diesel particulate filter (dpf) cleaning recommendations, inspection practices, and recommended r&r procedures for service and cleaning system availability.
08/01/17 NHTSA ID: 10109070
TSB ID: SSM 46085

The powertrain control/emissions diagnosis (pc/ed) manual has been revised for diagnosing electronic throttle bodies (etbs). the etc_act and etc_dsd pids should not used to diagnose possible etb concerns. the ids has a limited refresh rate
05/25/17 NHTSA ID: 10100822
TSB ID: 16-NA-222

This informational bulletin provides the technician with what may happen to an engine due to lack of maintenance.
03/20/17 NHTSA ID: 10095995
TSB ID: SSM 46210

Some 2010-2016 epas equipped vehicles may exhibit steering related noises. the workshop manual (wsm) diagnostic procedures have been updated in section 211-02. when diagnosing and repairing epas steering noises use the updated procedures.
02/13/17 NHTSA ID: 10091451
TSB ID: 15N05-S1

Customer satisfaction program 15n05 - supplement #1: certain 2011-2012 model year f-150 vehicles with 3.5l ecoboost engine - electric vacuum pump extended coverage
06/22/16 NHTSA ID: 10074713
TSB ID: TSB-15-0137

Summary to be provided on a future date.
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11/02/15 NHTSA ID: 10058697
TSB ID: TSB15-0126

Ford: 2011-2012 f-150 with 5.0l dual overhead camshaft engine may show a run rough during cold conditions. no diagnostics trouble codes present
11/02/15 NHTSA ID: 10058702
TSB ID: TSB15-0131

Ford: 2011-2015 f-150 trucks will experience a ticking or tapping or rattling type of noise from engine's top front cover area when starting up
08/17/15 NHTSA ID: 10058236
TSB ID: 15-0114

Ford f-150 2009-2012 : some trucks with a 9.75 traction lok rear axle assembly may exhibit, during tight slow turns, vibration, chatter or a shudder. *lj
08/13/15 NHTSA ID: 10058199
TSB ID: 44964

Ford 2009-2014 f150: service information regarding , damaged 4x4 front pinion bearing damage is noted during the repair of the front axle on 2009-2014 f150 vehicles units operated in severe cold climates. *lj
08/03/15 NHTSA ID: 10058115
TSB ID: TSB-14-0180

Ford: there are various diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) related to gasoline turbocharged direct injection (gtdi) engine misfiring. symptoms. model 2011-13 f-150.
07/31/15 NHTSA ID: 10058096
TSB ID: TSB-14-0160

Ford: various misfire systems from turbocharge direct injection (gtdi)engines have stored diagnostic trouble codes (dtcs) in powertrain control module p0300, p0301, p0302, p0303, p0304, p0305, p0306.
07/28/15 NHTSA ID: 10058057
TSB ID: 15-0071

Ford 2011-2015 f150, 2015 expedition, transit, 2015 lincoln navigator: certain vehicles equipped with a 3.5 l gasoline turbocharged direct injected engine built on 2/28/2015 may have diagnostic codes or driveability symptoms. *lj
02/03/15 NHTSA ID: 10056696
TSB ID: TSB-14-0156

Ford: in front of left hand (lh) on driver side cylinder head, an intermittent noise of metallic rattle or scratching, is heard when vehicle is idle and engine at operating temperature. model 2011-12 f-150, mustang.
11/04/14 NHTSA ID: 10056338
TSB ID: TSB-14-0084

Ford/lincoln: some trucks are experiencing diagnostic trouble codes (dtc) p2270 or p2272, malfunction indicator lamp (mil) comes on. model 2010-2011 ranger, 2010-2012 e series, expedition, f-150, f-super duty, navigator.
10/10/14 NHTSA ID: 10056231
TSB ID: TSB-14-0077

Ford: after using block heater when temperatures below -15 c (0 f), there is a no start or hard start condition exhibited by the engine. model 2011-2014 f-150.
07/16/14 NHTSA ID: 10055781
TSB ID: TSB-14-0067

Ford: when temperatures are below -15c (0f), the gasoline turbocharged direct injection (gtdi) engine has a no start or a hard start condition. model 2011-2014 f-150. updated 8/1/14. see sb 14-0077.
06/24/14 NHTSA ID: 10055638
TSB ID: ASI-44421

Ford: on some trucks, there is noise (chirp, clunk, boom) coming from right front rear shock absorber, when traveling over sharp, small bumps (potholes, frost heaves or expansion joints, and more apparent during cold temperatures. model 2
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04/23/14 NHTSA ID: 10055225
TSB ID: SB-14-0040

2011-2014 f-150 has raw fuel smell from the engine oil/oil level overfill. *lj
03/24/14 NHTSA ID: 10055029
TSB ID: ASI-44362

Ford: on some vehicles, fluid is present on shock absorber shaft to body interface or there is wetness at rear reservoir snap ring and no replacement should occur, since shock weepage is normal. model 2010-2014 f-150 raptor.
03/12/14 NHTSA ID: 10054928
TSB ID: TSB-14-0014

Ford: a raw odor of fuel is coming from engine oil and/or an engine oil level indication of overfull. model 2011-2014 f-150.
03/12/14 NHTSA ID: 10054920
TSB ID: TSB-14-0010

Ford: some trucks will experience a no or hard start condition if weather is below -15 celsius, 0 fahrenheit. model 2011-2014 f-150.
02/03/14 NHTSA ID: 10054546
TSB ID: ASI-44281

Ford: the shock absorber has fluid or wetness at rear reservoir snap ring and weepage or leakage is normal and will not have a detrimental effect to lift of shock absorbers or suspension. model 2010-2013 f-150.
10/28/13 NHTSA ID: 10053458
TSB ID: ASI-32295

Ford: on some vehicles, during a programmable module installation (pmi) of anti lock brake (abs) module an ids error message appears, if ids session started with new abs module connect. models 2010-2013 f-150.
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10/25/13 NHTSA ID: 10053426
TSB ID: ASI-32260

Ford: an intermittent clunk noise coming from rear brakes, while backing up, on the first few brake applications, certain trucks, due to possible cool/humid conditions. model 2011 f-150.
10/24/13 NHTSA ID: 10053410
TSB ID: ASI-32235

Ford: on some trucks, while operating in 4x2 mode, there will be noise coming from front hub integrated wheel end (iwe) and will cease once shifted into 4x4 mode. models 2011-2013 f-150.
10/24/13 NHTSA ID: 10053411
TSB ID: ASI-32207

Ford: due to loose, missing, modified or damaged ground g400, various malfunction indicator light (mil) dtc's, related to glow plug control module (gpcm), may be exhibit on some diesel equipped trucks. model years 2011-2013. no models li
10/24/13 NHTSA ID: 10053407
TSB ID: ASI-32227

Ford: on some trucks, on hard acceleration, after extended drive at highway speeds, an intermittent stumble and/or misfire may occur, during extreme humid or damp conditions. models 2011-2013 f-150.
09/16/13 NHTSA ID: 10052790
TSB ID: TSB-13-8-1

Ford: some vehicles, after an extended drive at highway speeds, would have a stumble and/or misfire, on a hard acceleration, when humidity is high or conditions are damp. models 2011-2012 f-150.
06/26/13 NHTSA ID: 10052207
TSB ID: ASI-32166

Ford: some vehicles, with turbochared gasoline direct injection engines, will exhibit flashing malfunction indicator lamp, an intermittent stumble and/or misfire during hard acceleration during extreme humid or damp conditions. models 201
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04/22/13 NHTSA ID: 10051923
TSB ID: TSB-12-10-19

Ford: stumble/misfire intermittently on acceleration from highway cruise in humid or damp conditions with possible dtc (diagnostic trouble code).
04/05/13 NHTSA ID: 10051733
TSB ID: TSB-12-11-18

Ford: due to traction control flashing or illuminating indicator, diagnostic codes (dtc) c1963, c1278, c1280, c1282 are stored in anti lock brake system (abs), during low speed maneuvers . models 2009-2012 f-150.
05/22/12 NHTSA ID: 10044211
TSB ID: ASI-22234

Ford: the complete caliper assembly, bracket (anchor plate), brake pads, rotors and clips needs to be replaced due to sticking or binding of front brake caliper.
04/13/12 NHTSA ID: 10043595
TSB ID: 22192

Ford: cylinder misfire, stumble on acceleration after extended drive at highway speeds, flashing mil, and misfire dtcs.
12/12/11 NHTSA ID: 10042485
TSB ID: TSB-11-11-6

Ford: when making tight turns or driving slow, vehicle may exhibit a shudder, chatter and/or vibration, even after cold startup.
11/16/11 NHTSA ID: 10041931
TSB ID: TSB-11-8-18

Ford: when making left hand turns, the steering wheel lacks return ability to center location. the issue is intermittent.
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07/13/11 NHTSA ID: 10039204
TSB ID: AS-21459

Ford: there is a clicking noise coming from the engine. 2011 f250/f350/f150 raptor.
07/11/11 NHTSA ID: 10039139
TSB ID: AS-21625

Ford: abs light illuminated and a rear wheel brake fluid leak. 2011 f150.
06/29/11 NHTSA ID: 10038973
TSB ID: SIS-21828

Ford: there may be high steering effort or lack of assist.
06/28/11 NHTSA ID: 10038946
TSB ID: TSB-11-4-7

Ford: 2009-2011 f150. traction control light may be illuminated with trouble codes stored. the electronic stability control may also activate intermittently while towing a trailer.
05/17/17 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10099463
TSB ID: SSM 46451

2009-2017 vehicles equipped with a 6r80, 6r100, 6r140 automatic transmission have an updated main control valve body overhaul procedure. refer to workshop manual (wsm), section 307-01 for main control valve body (7a100) overhaul procedures.
02/21/17 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10092370
TSB ID: TSB16-0108

Some 2004-2014 f-150 and 2006-2008 mark lt vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive (4wd) may exhibit noisy or engaged front hubs when operating in two-wheel drive (2wd) mode. follow the service procedure steps to correct the condition.
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06/22/16 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10075262
TSB ID: 16-0032

4r75e transmission - grinding/whine/vibration/gear slippage - service kit available issue a service kit has been released to assist with proper repair of the 4r75e transmission in 2008 mark lt, 2008-2010 f-150, 2008-2010 / 2013-2014 e-ser
12/02/14 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10056440
TSB ID: TSB-14-0090

Ford: on light acceleration from a stop, there would be an intermittent click or snap type noise coming from rear axle, either in drive or reverse. model 2011-2014 f-150.
08/01/14 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10055875
TSB ID: TSB-14-0076

Lincoln/ford: after vehicle/truck has been parked several hours, there is a delayed engagement of park to forward or reverse transmission on initial start up. model 2011-2014 expedition, mustang, f-150, navigator.
03/18/14 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10054971
TSB ID: ASI-44245

Ford: the instrument cluster transmission temperature gauge may exhibit gauge slow to display reading after hot soak restart. model 2011-2013 f-150, 2011-2014, f-super duty, 2012-2014 expedition.
10/25/13 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10053419
TSB ID: TSB-13-6-8

Lincoln/ford: transmission engagement in 5th gear when starting and wrench indicator and/or seat belt minder may illuminate with speedometer reading zero and odometer displaying dashes, while driving, in some vehicles. models 2012-2013 na
10/25/13 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10053425
TSB ID: ASI-32252

Lincoln/ford: on certain vehicles and trucks, the multifunction indicator lamp (mil), will illuminate with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p1636 (inductive signature chip communication error) present in pcm or tcm. models 2011-2013 f-150 e
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09/16/13 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10052788
TSB ID: TSB-13-8-10

Ford: some vehicles, when transmission in 6th gear and engine lugging up grades at 15000-2000 rpm, will buck or jerk or both, slightly, at a steady cruise. model 2011-2013 f-150.
07/08/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10039112
TSB ID: AS-21779

Ford: 2011 f150 raptor. when accelerating from or bringing to a stop there may be excessive clunk or a chirp/slip/bump condition from the driveshaft.
07/08/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10039120
TSB ID: TSB-11-5-7

Ford: 2011 f150. when stopping or accelerating there is a clunk noise or chirp/bump/slip from the driveshaft.
07/07/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10039072
TSB ID: AS-21687

Ford: there may be a loss of power, hesitation, surge, or lack of throttle response while driving. the brake over accelerator feature may be activating.
07/07/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10039076
TSB ID: AS-21712

Ford: 2011 f150 raptor. there may be a clunk, slip, or chirp from the drifeshaft while accelerating or stopping.
07/06/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10039051
TSB ID: TSB-11-3-8

Ford: with cold weather, the gear selector may require extra effort. there may be snow buildup on the shift lever. 2009-2011 f150.
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06/28/11 Transmission and Drivetrain NHTSA ID: 10038948
TSB ID: TSB-11-4-13

Ford: 2011 f150. programming is causing a malfunction light is on with two trouble codes stored.
08/17/12 Brakes and Traction Control NHTSA ID: 10045085
TSB ID: TSB-12-6-18

Ford: on some trucks, traction control indicator flashes or illuminates and at low speed maneuvering turns, electronic stability control (esc) is an intermittent nuisance activation.
05/14/18 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10136597
TSB ID: SSM 47080

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 re
01/29/18 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10127405
TSB ID: SSM 46900

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
08/14/15 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10058202
TSB ID: 44961

Ford 2011-2015 various vehicles: service information on vehicles with mft or mlt navigation may show incorrect vehicle position after installing seasonal tires. *lj
07/01/15 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10057834
TSB ID: 44863

Ford: no service action is recommended for this condition. please use at your discretion. various 2010-2015 vehicles may experience a turbulence noise, similar to an helicopter noise, at highway speeds when the rear door window(s) or sunroo
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06/23/15 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10057735
TSB ID: ASI-44651

Ford: due to improper connection of connector c4000, rear camera is inoperative after repair to tailgate or spray in bedliner installation. model 2011-14 f-150.
09/24/14 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10056170
TSB ID: ASI-44531

Lincoln/ford: on some vehicles and trucks, there is a popping, squealing, binding or grinding noise come from power seats when moving backwards or forward. model 2009-2015 f-150, taurus, flex, mkt, mks, f-super duty, explorer.
02/03/14 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10054549
TSB ID: ASI-44284

Ford: there is a water leak in the area of the center high mount stop lamp (chmsl) and would need to be isolated to determine the cause, if any. model 2011-2013 f-150.
10/25/13 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10053423
TSB ID: ASI-32259

Ford: a power sliding rear window, on some vehicles, may experience a possible inoperative rear window defrost. models 2010-2013 f-150.
09/17/13 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10052801
TSB ID: TSB-13-5-15

Ford: on some vehicles, the rear sliding glass center panel has a water leakage at the side panel. model 2010-2013 f-150.
04/05/13 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10051724
TSB ID: ASI-12048

Ford: due to an open headlight switch, the headlamps, park lamps or lamps are inoperative and headlamps will remain on because of aftermarket or genuine ford accessories (gfa), installed incorrectly. causing possible damage to switch. 200
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05/16/12 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10044177
TSB ID: SB-22248

Ford: on some vehicles, the instrument cluster, intermittently, would show disconnected/connected message after startup without trailer connected.
09/20/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10041217
TSB ID: SIS-21682

Ford: 2011 f150. may experience inoperative one touch power window operation. it may occur after a service adjustment or a battery voltage condition.
07/06/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10039053
TSB ID: AS-21769

Ford: if there is an intermittent lack of power, surge, or hesitation while driving the brakes will override acceleration.
06/29/11 Electrical and Air Conditioning NHTSA ID: 10038965
TSB ID: SIS-21841

Comm-trans lund: some 2009-2011 models may have the air bag inicator flashing with a stored trouble code. this is a software problem.
05/12/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10099001
TSB ID: TSB 17-0026

Some 2011-2014 f-150 vehicles equipped with a 3.5l gasoline turbocharged direct injection (gtdi) engine and built on or before 10-oct-2014 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (mil) with diagnostic trouble code (dtc) p0016.
02/13/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10091441
TSB ID: SSM 45950

Some 2009-2014 f-150 vehicles that require replacement of the lower rocker panel and/or cab corners no longer need the entire door frame/opening panel (211a10/1) replaced. a new lower level service rocker patch panel(211a80/1) is now availa
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02/09/17 Other NHTSA ID: 10091155
TSB ID: 16N02

Certain 2011-2012 model year f-150 and 2012 model year expedition, navigator and mustang vehicles equipped with a 6r80 transmission - molded leadframe extended coverage
08/12/15 Other NHTSA ID: 10058185
TSB ID: 45018

Ford f-150 2011-2015: bulletin information involving vehicles with uncommanded blower motor speed change or recirculation door movemant. *lj
02/13/15 Other NHTSA ID: 10056749
TSB ID: ASI-44669

Ford/lincoln: there will be 2 new piece receiver dryer desiccant bag that will replace 1 piece receiver dry cartridge, which are interchangable, fully, do not affect form, fit, or function. model 2011-14 f-super duty, 2009-14 f150, 2007-1
03/28/14 Other NHTSA ID: 10055041
TSB ID: ASI-44383

Ford: while repairing the front axle, damage to pinion bearing is noted after operating in severe cold climates. model 2009-2014 f-150.
02/03/14 Other NHTSA ID: 10054547
TSB ID: ASI-44282

Ford: the torca*clamp, that secures two catalyst pipes, requires replacement due to repeated stretching and no longer provide necessary clamping force sealing exhaust joint. model 2010-2014 f-150.
10/28/13 Other NHTSA ID: 10053447
TSB ID: ASI-32270

Ford: there is a noise coming from the front hub integrated wheel end (iwe) areas and when shifted into 4x4 mode, the noise will cease. models 2008-2013 f-150, expedition, navigator, mark lt.
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10/25/13 Other NHTSA ID: 10053429
TSB ID: ASI-32266

Ford: on some vehicles, the outside door handles needs to be pulled at least twice before opening. models 2010-2013 f150, mustang.
10/24/13 Other NHTSA ID: 10053408
TSB ID: AS1-32241

Ford: on various vehicles with my touch,after any apim programming, replacement or disconnect from front display interface module (fdim), touchscreen calibration must be performed. model years 2011-2013. no models listed.
05/14/12 Other NHTSA ID: 10044117
TSB ID: 12-2-13

Ford: some vehicles may exhibit a condition where one or more rear doors are difficult to lock or unlock using the door lock rod. this may be due to dust buildup in the door latch. also included model f150 model years 2009-2011. *js
07/07/11 Other NHTSA ID: 10039065
TSB ID: TSB-11-4-11

Ford: the tailgate applique may separate from the sheet metal. 2009-2011 f150.
06/28/11 Other NHTSA ID: 10038944
TSB ID: TSB-11-4-14

Ford: some vehicles do not unlock using the intelligence access key or the integrated keyhead transmitter.

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Ford F-150 TSBs (Technical Service Bulletins)

Some things are often misunderstood about recalls and technical service bulletins (TSBs). Plus a disclaimer.

  1. Recalls do not have to be issued only because something is prone to failure. NHTSA (a government agency) can only require a recall if a failure will affect safety, emissions, fuel economy, or compliance with some other regulation or law. Manufacturers can voluntarily recall cars for problems that do not affect these, though.
  2. Recalls often apply to only some cars of a specific model year, rather than all of them. You should receive a letter from the manufacturer if your car has been recalled. You can also check with the dealer, which will know which (if any) recalls pertain to your car.
  3. The primary purpose of TSBs is to inform dealers about known problems with a car and how to fix them. They are not the same as recalls. As with recalls, TSBs often only apply to some cars, not the entire model year.
  4. Dealers often will not provide a preventive repair just because a problem described in a TSB might happen to your car. They'll usually want to observe symptoms that the problem is already affecting your car.
  5. Even if there are symptoms, a manufacturer doesn't have to pick up the cost of a TSB repair if the car is out of warranty, though sometimes they do.

We provide the text of recalls and TSBs as provided by NHTSA. There can be errors in the text. If you sign up for notifications in My Garage, we will try to get these to do, but for various reasons (some beyond our control) cannot guarantee you will receive them. When in doubt about a recall or TSB, contact the dealer.