I received a rubber duck today. At home, not on the vehicle. From someone that knew nothing of its traditions. ?
In case anyone is interested…
“The tradition of placing rubber ducks on Jeeps, also known as "Jeep Ducking" or "Duck, Duck Jeep", is a way for Jeep owners to show kindness and...
See:
https://fordauthority.com/2024/08/nhtsa-closes-ford-bronco-sport-12v-battery-investigation/
Key points:
1. Select 2021-2024 Ford Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Ford Maverick models equipped with the 12V enhanced flooded battery (EFB) were found to have experienced, on some occasions, an...
Description: When the vehicle is started with a USB Device containing audio (e.g. music) plugged in, as Sync boots up and during its search for the last audio (device) that was playing when the vehicle was last turned off, the USB Device is sometimes not seen as ready and Sync then defaults to...
This thread collects non-obvious FordPass App “tricks”.
Here is mine:
Ability to force FordPass App updates to updatable vehicle stats (e.g. Tire Pressure).
EDITED 4-17-2025: FordPass App 5.17.0 (at least on iPhone) provides the ability to “Swipe down from the top of the vehicle homepage to...
FordPass App Version 5.4.0 (iPhone)
Updates:
• The live support Chat feature is back and improved for drivers. Connecting with expert FordPass Guides has never been easier. Now powered by Apple Business Chat.
• Fixed an issue where some Ford Escapes were persistently shown as "Vehicle is On."...
Are you part of the 64% that have not yet had Recall 24S24 completed?
As of JUL 22, 2024 (2Q 2024), a total of 163,727 vehicles have had Recall 24S24 completed out of a Recall Population of 456,565.
Meaning 64% could experience the Recall 24S24 stated risk:
“If the BCM and PCM calibrations are...
Do you have any of these problems and your vehicle is no longer in warranty and you received a high repair bill estimate?
Check out these possible low cost repair options.
Also search for any applicable TSBs, Customer Satisfaction Programs, Recalls (if any).
Rear Drive Unit (RDU) Shudder...
FordPass App
Version 5.8.2 to 5.8.0 (iPhone, I am not sure about Android)
Presumably Version 5.8.2 fixed issues with 5.8.1 which fixed issues in 5.8.0.
• Now (iPhone) iOS 18 users can enable lock and unlock commands directly from their iOS Control Center
• Home screen widgets can be added to...
For what it’s worth….
“Car Experts Say Beware These 5 American Cars That Cost the Most Money Over Time”
3 Jeep Models
Lincoln Navigator
Bronco Sport
https://www.gobankingrates.com/saving-money/car/car-experts-beware-american-cars-that-cost-the-most-money-over-time/
Sadly there’s more...
public service post…
The attached pics and description of the issue with a solution is posted on Facebook group: “2021+ Ford Bronco Sport Owners”. Cross-posting here as FYI
Description of issue: stiff brake pedal (applying brakes take alot of effort to stop)
Possible solution: this line cannot...
Update 10/2/2024, Ford provided more details about what issues the software only CSP 24B47 fixes - see this post:
https://www.broncosportforum.com/forum/threads/there%E2%80%99s-a-good-chance-your-ford-needs-a-sync-update-customer-satisfaction-program-24b47.12226/post-203698
Customer...
If your vehicle does not have the Cargo Management System (CMS), consider this:
Saw a post that this “cargo cover system works. Easy to retract for taller items. No need to apply adhesive or drill any holes.” (Those are not my words - The owner that posted the info said it fits on his 2023...
There’s no mention that the Bronco Sport and Maverick battery of any type (AGM or EFB) is defective in this 24S24 Help article from Ford.
Ford Help Article for 24S24:
2021—2024 Bronco Sport SUVs and 2022—2023 Maverick Trucks — Loss of Power Recall...
Recent articles have stated MY 2025 will sport a brand new wheel design and Goodyear Territory RT All Terrain 235 65 R17 tires.
‘21-‘24 Badlands came standard with 225/65R17 tires from various manufacturers and optionally with Falken Wildpeak AT3w tires:
Tire comparison: OEM Pirelli 225/65R17...
@Desert Bronco.
Regarding your “Poor gas mileage 15.1 city 21-23 highway (Los Angeles)”
Not sure if you are still having this issue
Check out this post
https://www.broncosportforum.com/forum/threads/possible-cause-of-poor-gas-mileage-front-grill-shutter-vanes-improperly-operating.11483/
Saw this recent post, it’s for a 1.5L but I would guess same issue could apply to 2.0L.
“Poor fuel mileage, about 17-18mpg on a brand new ‘23 (1.5L), dealer of course asked about my driving habits and fuel. I said that’s not the problem I drive like a grandpa lol. This is what they found, MPGs...
Caveat: please confirm the following information is correct for your vehicle and model before performing this procedure.
From ChatGPT:
The Ford 8F35 transmission relearn cycle typically takes about 15 to 30 minutes. This process involves driving the vehicle in a specific manner to allow the...
Caveat: please confirm the following information is correct for your vehicle and model before performing this procedure.
From ChatGPT:
Resetting the Ford 8F35 transmission involves clearing the adaptive learning values in the transmission control module (TCM). This can be done using a...