Tailgate rattle TSB for 2021-2022 Broncos built on or before July 25, 2022

[BroncoKing610]

What about the passenger windows

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[RELEGATION BATTLE]

TSBs have to be shown to actually have the symptoms present. They can still say you caused the symptoms yourself with modifications all they want.

I never knew that, as I’ve never had one denied.

 

[RELEGATION BATTLE]

They will never be able to get paint to match especially those of us with Cyber Orange.

I’m a CO owner, too. I’m curious: Why would it be harder to match that particular color?

 

[Zeeks]

what spare tire delete kit is that?

 

[Ford Motor Company]

We have an annoying squeaking sound from the back door. Is this the same as the rattle?

Hi there. Can you send us a DM with your VIN and dealership info? I can look into this for you.

 

[BadlandsA51]

This might be a dumb question, but I have this issue and my tailgate has PPF on it. Would I have to pay out of pocket to have the PPF replaced, if my tailgate is replaced due to the TSB?

No, Ford will pay for it, their part is at fault, not you. Don’t let dealer convince you otherwise.

 

[edernest]

I’m a CO owner, too. I’m curious: Why would it be harder to match that particular color?

CO is a tri-coat which is what gives it that sparkle effect. My dealer has already done some touch ups for me and have matched it to my satisfaction. An entire tailgate paint job is another story but hopefully they are able to replicate the original. I know for me it is worth it to get mine replaced at this point because of the annoyance of the noise and because of the paint loss on the top edge. Going to just have to hope for the best.

 

[hozer]

For those asking , I have tracked every non-acceptable rattle/squeak down.

The "water bottle" squeak is the tailgate rubbing on the rubber seal of your MIC Top Glass. This is eliminated entirely by running a piece of felt along the top of the tailgate.

The sound this TSB is addressing sounds like a newtons cradle from inside the tailgate. Distinct metal on metal contact/popping.

Due to the nuclear level fix from Ford, I'm convinced its a failed weld.

 

[jakebadlands]

I swear if they try to say my tailgate reinforcement plate and bracket caused the rattle, and refuse to do the TSB...

Just take it off before you go in as with any aftermarket parts that might cause any amount of concern for dealers.

 

[Sarconus]

A new one for any tailgate rattles

i have had this rattle since i got it. brought it up to ford service advisors before but its random so its hard to diagnose. Its worse in cooler temps month than hot.

 

[LAB0035]

This might be a dumb question, but I have this issue and my tailgate has PPF on it. Would I have to pay out of pocket to have the PPF replaced, if my tailgate is replaced due to the TSB?

YES......

 

[broncopaws]

Hi there. Can you send us a DM with your VIN and dealership info? I can look into this for you.

My Vin 1FMEE5DP3MLB07197. Dealer Beach Ford, Myrtle Beach SC

 

[najay]

My raptor was on QA hold and one of the items they replaced was the tailgate. I wonder if that was related. I do not have the rattle issue they described.

 

[jacobrdoty]

I’m curious how this tsb will effect those of us who installed reinforcement kits prior to this dropping. My tailgate never rattled, but the plastic side panels in the cargo space click randomly and loudly when going over bumps. Now that needs a tsb yesterday

I wonder if that's what I have. It's random and intermittent (not all bumps make it happen). It legit sounds like a loud "CRACK"

 

[TheBroncolorian]

I wonder if that's what I have. It's random and intermittent (not all bumps make it happen). It legit sounds like a loud "CRACK"

I would encourage you to check the interior panels and see if there is rubbing where it connects internally to the fender behind the soft top mounting points. Might be an easier fix that won’t involve time spent at the dealer.

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