Recall Information

Description

On your vehicle it is possible that the trailer module trm may lose communication at vehicle start-up. If a trm loss of communication occurs and a trailer is connected to the vehicle, trailer stop lamps and turn signal indicators will not function. Additionally, for trailers equipped with electronic trailer brakes, the trailer brakes will not function. This loss of communication can occur with-or-without a trailer connected to the vehicle and can only initiate at vehicle start-up. If this occurs, a trailer brake module fault notification will pop-up on the vehicles instrument panel cluster. The vehicle brake and turn signal lamps will continue to operate normally and are not affected by this trm fault. If you do not tow with your vehicle, you may wait for ota deployment for your vehicle remedy.

Safety Risk

This may result in inoperable trailer brake lights, trailer turn signals and trailer braking functions that can reduce a drivers ability to control an attached trailer and make the trailer less visible to other drivers, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Software is available to repair your vehicle. Ford Motor Company has released software for 26C10. Your vehicle is capable of receiving Ford software updates. When automatic updates are turned on standard from the factory, the software will be downloaded to your vehicle over a private wi-fi network or through your vehicles cellular network modem. The software installation will happen after the download. Note refer to ford.comsupport for further information on your Ford software updates system. Should the software fail to load or install properly, Ford has authorized your dealer to install 26C10 software free of charge under the terms of this program.

Next Steps

Description

It is possible for your vehicles right or left sunvisor to have a pinched wire, which can create a short to ground.

Safety Risk

This may result in flickering or inoperative sunvisor mirror lights and overhead console lights. Heat or sparks at this short to ground location may also cause smoke, burning, melting, or a fire in the a-pillar area. This can increase the risk of injury or a crash.

Next Steps

Description

The affected vehicles may not conform to the requirements specified by federal Motor vehicle safety standard fmvss no. 226 ejection mitigation.

Safety Risk

A vehicle that does not comply with fmvss 226 increases the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Parts are now available to repair your vehicle. Ford Motor Company has authorized your dealer to install side curtain airbag shields free of charge.

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