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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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- Glass-filled composite material – lightweight and durable
- Lockable, single handed entry
- Louvers improve vision and reduce drag
- Rotary latches, cables and inserts included
- This gate is not designed for weight bearing applications. DO NOT stand on this gate
- 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
- Direct Fit OE Replacement Part
- Tailgate Shell ONLY; NO Hardware Included; For Styleside Models ONLY. NOT for F150 Super Crew Models. Made of Steel.
- Lifetime Warranty
- Package included: 1 x Rear Tailgate. This is a replacement. It can directly replace the broken and old. Replace for Part Number : FO1900114.
- Fitment: Compatible with 1987-1996 Ford Full-Size Pickup. Will not compatible with step side Style Models, ONLY fits 1996-1997 HD Models.
- Premium quality oriented: Made of high-quality reinforced steel, which is smooth to the touch. It can directly replace old and damaged parts.
- Color: Black | Material: Steel | Placement on Vehicle: Rear. Superior durability and impact resistance can be adapted to any weather, environment.
- Installation: Hardware does not contain. Professional installation is highly recommended.
- Aftermarket Replacement Tailgate Compatible with 1973-1979 Ford F-100, Fits 1975-1979 Ford F-150, Fits 1973-1979 Ford F-250, Fits 1973-1979 Ford F-350, Fits 1975-1977 Ford F-500
- Interchange Part Numbers: D7TZ9940700A, FO1900101
- Primed Tailgate
- Fits Fleetside type bed
- 1-Year Warranty When Purchased through Auto Parts Giant
- Many products require vehicle-specific fitment
- View the Compatibility table to ensure the part fits your year, make, model and submodel
- Please reference the submodel information located on the far left within the Compatibility table under "Notes"
- Please note: Due to our high sales volume, it may take up to 2-business days for us to reply to all questions and/or requests.
- We do not offer shipping to APO/FPO
- Note: Your order may be split and fulfilled from multiple locations - arriving on different days
- Tailgate Kit Compatible with 1998-2003 Ford F-150, Fits 1999-2007 Ford F-250 Super Duty, Fits 1999-2007 Ford F-350 Super Duty, Fits 2004-2004 Ford F-150 Heritage, Fits 1998-1999 Ford F-250
- Interchange Part Numbers: Performance, FO1900121, 1L3Z9943400BAA, FO1915114, F85Z9943170AA, FO1911103. Kit components: (1) Tailgate, (1) Tailgate Handle, and (1) Tailgate Latch
- Primed Tailgate
- Direct Fit Replacement Extended Cab Pickup, Styleside, New Body Style. 1-Year Warranty When Purchased through Auto Parts Giant
- GOOD PERFORMANCE，Solid all-welded steel construction ensure the vehicle is protected against damage from road impacts. Not easy to crack or break.
- FITMENT, The Rear Tailgate Shell Panel is compatible with 1997-2003 Ford F150 Styleside; compatible with 1998-1999 F250; compatible with 1999-2007 F250 F350 Super Duty, replace for part number FO1900113 F65Z9940700AX.
- MATERIAL, This Rear Tailgate Shell Panel is made from high quality steel, surface primed treatment for maximum strength and durability.
- EASY INSTALLATION, No cutting and no drilling. Bolt installation,easy slip-on. Direct replace your old damaged one.
- PACKAGE INCLUDED, 1X Rear Tailgate Shell Panel and 1X Tailgate Cover Panel (The cover panel could prevent the shell from rusting due to water intake); Instruction is not included. Latch and hardware are not included. Come with the access panel over the internal components.
- All-steel construction
- Open design improves vision
- Custom-fitted
- 100 lb. weight capacity
- Fits F250 and F350 Super Duty, 1999-2016
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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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