Squeal Noise From The Front Brakes When Applied At Low Or High Speed – 2021-2022 Ford Escape & Bronco Sport

NHTSA ID Number: 10225452

Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 22-2387

Summary

Some 2021-2022 Escape vehicles built on 01-Oct-2020 and through 21-Jul-2022 and equipped with 1.5L engine and vacuum booster and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles built on or before 2-Dec-2021 may exhibit a squeal noise from the front brakes when applied at low or high speed. The alternate front brake disc (standard version) improves high frequency noise performance. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to perform the replacement of the front brake discs.

 


Model:

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2021-2022 Escape

Engine: 1.5L
Built on 01-Oct-2020 and through 21-Jul-2022
2021-2022 Bronco Sport
Built on or before 02-Dec-2021

 

Issue: Some 2021-2022 Escape vehicles built on 01-Oct-2020 and through 21-Jul-2022 and equipped with 1.5L engine and vacuum booster and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles built on or before 2-Dec-2021 may exhibit a squeal noise from the front brakes when applied at low or high speed. The alternate front brake disc (standard version) improves high frequency noise performance. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to perform the replacement of the front brake discs.

Action: Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all the following criteria:

  • One of the following vehicles:
    • 2021-2022 Escape vehicles built on 01-Oct-2020 and through 21-Jul-2022 equipped with the 1.5L engine and a vacuum brake booster
    • 2021–2022 Bronco Sport vehicles built on or before 02-Dec-2021
  • Squeal noise in the front brakes when brakes are applied at low or high speed

 

Parts

Service Part NumberQuantityDescriptionUnit of IssuePiece Quantity
W715624-S4391Anchor Plate Bolts44
LX6Z-1125-M2Front Brake Disc12
XL-2
Genuine Ford Accessories (XL-2) High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant - 8 oz.
  • High Quality Auto Part
  • Prevents seizing and galling of metal parts
  • Guards against rust and corrosion caused by chemicals and weathering
  • For use when replacing oxygen sensors
  • Use according to owner guide recommendations

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As NeededMotorcraft® High Temperature Nickel Anti-Seize Lubricant
PM-4-A

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As NeededMotorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner (Compliant With Low Volatile Organic Compound Requirements As Required In Some USA States)
PM-4-B
Motorcraft #PM4B Brake Cleaner (PM4B)
  • Genuine Motorcraft part that fits your specific vehicle
  • Brake Cleaner
  • Part Number: PM4B
  • Manufactured to meet specifications for fit, form, and function

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As NeededMotorcraft® Metal Brake Parts Cleaner (Not Compliant With Volatile Organic Compound Requirements)

Quantity refers to the amount of the service part number required to repair the vehicle.

Unit of Issue refers to the number of individual pieces included in a service part number package.

Piece Quantity refers to the total number of individual pieces required to repair the vehicle.

As Needed indicates the amount of the part may vary and/or is not a whole number. Parts can be billed out as non-whole numbers, including less than 1.

 

Service Procedure

NOTE: Perform this procedure on both front brake discs.

1. Remove and discard the front brake disc on both sides. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-03 Front Brake Disc > Removal and Installation.

2. Install the new front brake discs.

3. Apply the brake pedal several times to verify the correct brake system operation.

 


4 Affected Products

Vehicles

MAKEMODELYEAR
FORDeBay logoBRONCO SPORT2021-2022
FORDeBay logoESCAPE2021-2022

 


1 Associated Document

Manufacturer Communications

22-2387
25 October 2022

https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10225452

MC-10225452-0001.pdf 68.329KB

 


 

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