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NHTSA ID Number: 10236686
Manufacturer Communication Number: TSB 23-2163
Summary
Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles built on or before 25-Jul-2022 may exhibit a rattle noise from the tailgate when driving on rough roads. The rattle may diminish with the spare tire removed. This may be due to the design of the tailgate and tailgate hinges. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the tailgate and the upper and lower tailgate hinges.
Model:
| Ford
2021-2022 Bronco |
Built on or before 25-Jul-2022
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Issue: Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles built on or before 25-Jul-2022 may exhibit a rattle noise from the tailgate when driving on rough roads. The rattle may diminish with the spare tire removed. This may be due to the design of the tailgate and tailgate hinges. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the tailgate and the upper and lower tailgate hinges.
Action: Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria:
- 2021-2022 Bronco
- Built on or before 25-Jul-2022
- Rattle noise from the tailgate when driving on rough roads
Parts
| Service Part Number | Quantity | Description | Unit of Issue | Piece Quantity |
| M2DZ- 7826800-B | 1 | Upper Tailgate Hinge | 1 | 1 |
| M2DZ- 7842900-A | 1 | Lower Tailgate Hinge | 1 | 1 |
| M2DZ-7840010-A | 1 | Tailgate | 1 | 1 |
| W721746-S450B | 1 | Hinge to Tailgate Bolts | 4 | 4 |
| M2DZ-9940380-A | 1 | Tailgate Insulator Pad | 1 | 1 |
| M2DZ-9942528-A | 1 | Bronco Badge – Version 1 – Chrome | 1 | 1 |
| M2DZ-7842528-B | 1 | Bronco Badge – Version 2 – Black | 1 | 1 |
| N2DZ-7842528-Y | 1 | Bronco Badge – Version 3 – Raptor | 1 | 1 |
| N2DZ-7842528-Z | 1 | Ford Badge |
Parts
Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary
| Service Part Number | Quantity | Description | Unit of Issue | Piece Quantity |
| A-W715684-S439 | If Needed | Hinge To Body Bolt | 1 | 6 |
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.
If Needed indicates the part is not mandatory.
Service Procedure
1. Replace and paint-to-match the tailgate and the upper and lower tailgate hinges. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-03 > Removal and Installation > Tailgate. A new Ford logo, Bronco logo and tailgate insulator pad must be installed onto the new tailgate.
2 Affected Products
Vehicle
| MAKE | MODEL | YEAR |
| FORD | BRONCO | 2021-2022 |
1 Associated Document
Manufacturer Communications
23-2163
23 May 2023
https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=10236686
MC-10236686-0001.pdf 123.909KB
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- All-steel construction
- Open design improves vision
- Custom-fitted
- 100 lb. weight capacity
- Fits F250 and F350 Super Duty, 1999-2016
- Tailgate Compatible with 2008-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty
- Tailgate Compatible with 2008-2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty
- Feature: Sold individually, Finish: Primed, Material: Steel
- This Aftermarket Tailgate Replacement is for an OE, Original Equipment, DC3Z9940700A Partslink FO1900125
- Interchange Part Number: DC3Z9940700A, FO1900125
- Note: Your order may be split and fulfilled from multiple locations - arriving on different days
- Tailgate Compatible with 2008-2016 Ford F-250 Super Duty
- Tailgate Compatible with 2008-2016 Ford F-350 Super Duty
- Feature: Kit, Finish: Primed, Material: Steel
- This Aftermarket Tailgate Replacement is for an OE, Original Equipment, DC3Z9940700A, 4L3Z9943400AAA, 8L3Z9943400AA Partslink FO1900125, FO1915111
- Fits 1997-2004 F-150 including Heritage Addition; 1999-2011 F-250 & F-350 Super Duty
- This PVC rubber composite gate is assembled with rotary latches and coated cables
- Gate lays flush with bed when down to allow cargo to be easily loaded. Stromberg Carlson tailgates are designed for full size trucks/truck beds only and are not designed to accommodate step-side trucks
- Further the single hand release can be used to lock your gate onto your truck to prevent theft
- This gate improves vision, removes drag in the bed of your truck when towing and protects your OEM gate from damage while you travel This gate comes with a limited two year warranty
- 🎨Paintable Surface: Boasts a primed paint-ready exterior, ready for the next phase in your repair journey.
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- 🎨Paintable Surface: Boasts a primed paint-ready exterior, ready for the next phase in your repair journey.
- 🔧OE Equivalent Performance: Aligns with the original equipment standards of your vehicle. Providing the same look and fitment of the original equipment manufactured part, these are the same parts your local body shop will use for repairing your vehicle.
- 🔩Pre-Drilled Holes: Specifically designed with pre-drilled holes for user-friendly installation. Just needs to be painted and installed, if you would like we can paint it, simply find the painted to match listing.
- 💸Cost-Effective Alternative Provides a pocket-friendly alternative for cost-conscious customers looking to beat the price of dealerships and body shops.
- 📐Designed for Ford F150 & F250/F350 Super Duty: Direct replacement for 1997-2003 Ford F150 models. Also fits 1999-2007 F250/F350 Super Duty. For STYLESIDE Models ONLY; NOT for F150 Super Crew; Hardware Is Included & Ready To Be Installed (Handle With Non-Locking Bezel, Both Latches, Screws/Bolts, Hinges & 2 Straps); Top Protector Is NOT Included.
- A high quality, Direct Fit OE Replacement Tailgate Kit from Garage-Pro
- Tailgate Latch Features: Steel
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- Note: Your order may be split and fulfilled from multiple locations - arriving on different days
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- Direct Fit Replacement Extended Cab Pickup, Styleside, New Body Style. 1-Year Warranty When Purchased through Auto Parts Giant
- Fitment: Tailgate Molding Kit Top Trim Cap Cover Compatible with 2017-2022 Ford Super Duty F250 F350, 2017-2022 Ford F450 with Flex Step Models (with Integrated Tailgate Step Only) Replacement for HC3Z9940602A, HC3Z9941018AC, HC3Z1540602AA, FO1904134, FO1904141, FO1904140.
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- Easy Installation: Direct Replacement. Professional installation is highly recommended. Standard quality control procedure make sure the quality.
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5/29/23, 9:03 AM 2021 Bronco https://www.fordtechservice.dealerconnection.com 1/2 TECHNICAL SERVICE BULLETIN Rattle From Tailgate When Driving On Rough Roads – Built On Or Before 25-Jul-2022 23-2163 23 May 2023 Model: Ford 2021-2022 Bronco Built on or before 25-Jul-2022 Issue: Some 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles built on or before 25-Jul-2022 may exhibit a rattle noise from the tailgate when driving on rough roads. The rattle may diminish with the spare tire removed. This may be due to the design of the tailgate and tailgate hinges. To correct this condition, follow the Service Procedure to replace the tailgate and the upper and lower tailgate hinges. Action: Follow the Service Procedure to correct the condition on vehicles that meet all of the following criteria: • 2021-2022 Bronco • Built on or before 25-Jul-2022 • Rattle noise from the tailgate when driving on rough roads Parts Service Part Number Quantity Description Unit of Issue Piece Quantity M2DZ- 7826800-B 1 Upper Tailgate Hinge 1 1 M2DZ- 7842900-A 1 Lower Tailgate Hinge 1 1 M2DZ-7840010-A 1 Tailgate 1 1 W721746-S450B 1 Hinge to Tailgate Bolts 4 4 M2DZ-9940380-A 1 Tailgate Insulator Pad 1 1 M2DZ-9942528-A 1 Bronco Badge – Version 1 – Chrome 1 1 M2DZ-7842528-B 1 Bronco Badge – Version 2 – Black 1 1 N2DZ-7842528-Y 1 Bronco Badge – Version 3 – Raptor 1 1 N2DZ-7842528-Z 1 Ford Badge Parts Parts To Inspect And Replace Only If Necessary Service Part Number Quantity Description Unit of Issue Piece Quantity A-W715684-S439 If Needed Hinge To Body Bolt 1 6 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. If Needed indicates the part is not mandatory. Warranty Status: Eligible under provisions of New Vehicle Limited Warranty (NVLW)/Service Part Warranty (SPW)/Special Service Part (SSP)/Extended Service Plan (ESP) coverage. Limits/policies/prior approvals are not LW/SPW/SSP/ESP coverage limits are determined by the identified causal part and verified sing the OASIS part coverage tool. 5/29/23, 9:03 AM 2021 Bronco https://www.fordtechservice.dealerconnection.com 2/2 Labor Times Description Operation No. Time 2021-2022 Bronco: Replace The Tailgate And Both Hinges (Can Be Claimed With Operation B Or C) (Do Not Use With Any Labor Operations Outside Of This Article) Additional Time To Paint The New Tailgate And Hinges (Can Be Claimed With Operation A) (Do Not Use With Any Labor Operations Outside Of This Article) Additional Time To Paint The New Tailgate And Hinges, Vehicles With Tri Coat Paint (Can Be Claimed With Operation A) (Do Not Use With Any Labor Operations Outside Of This Article) 232163A 232163B 232163C 2.6 Hrs. 1.6 Hrs. 2.2 Hrs. Repair/Claim Coding Causal Part: 7840010 Condition Code: D4 Service Procedure 1. Replace and paint-to-match the tailgate and the upper and lower tailgate hinges. Refer to the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 501-03 > Removal and Installation > Tailgate. A new Ford logo, Bronco logo and tailgate insulator pad must be installed onto the new tailgate. © 2023 Ford Motor Company All rights reserved. NOTE: The information in Technical Service Bulletins is intended for use by trained, professional technicians with the knowledge, tools, and equipment to do the job properly and safely. It informs these technicians of conditions that may occur on some vehicles, or provides information that could assist in proper vehicle service. The procedures should not be performed by “do-it-yourselfers”. Do not assume that a condition described affects your car or truck. Contact a Ford or Lincoln dealership to determine whether the Bulletin applies to your vehicle. Warranty Policy and Extended Service Plan documentation determine Warranty and/or Extended Service Plan coverage unless stated otherwise in the TSB article. The information in this Technical Service Bulletin (TSB) was current at the time of printing. Ford Motor Company reserves the right de this information with updates. The most recent information is available through Ford Motor Company’s on-line technical resources.
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