Stacy L. Balzer
Operating Director
Service Engineering Operations
Ford Customer Service Division

Ford Motor Company
P. O. Box 1904
Dearborn, Michigan 48121

July 28, 2023
TO:

All U.S. Ford and Lincoln Dealers

SUBJECT:

Customer Satisfaction Program 23B33
Certain 2022 Model Year Explorer Police Utility Vehicles
Cargo Dome Light Replacement

PROGRAM TERMS
This program will be in effect through August 18, 2024. There is no mileage limit for this program.
AFFECTED VEHICLES
Vehicle

Model Year

Assembly Plant

Build Dates

Explorer

2022

Chicago

June 15, 2022 through November 28, 2022

US population of affected vehicles: 420. Affected vehicles are identified in OASIS and FSA VIN Lists.
REASON FOR THIS PROGRAM
In some of the affected vehicles, the wrong type of cargo dome light may have been installed at the
assembly plant.
SERVICE ACTION
Dealers are to install the correct cargo dome light. This service must be performed on all affected
vehicles at no charge to the vehicle owner.
OWNER NOTIFICATION MAILING SCHEDULE
Owner letters are expected to be mailed the week of August 14, 2023. Dealers should repair any
affected vehicles that arrive at their dealerships, whether or not the customer has received a letter.
ATTACHMENTS
• Administrative Information Attachment
• Labor Allowances and Parts Ordering Information Attachment
• Technical Information Attachment
• Mobile Service Repair Assessment Attachment
• Owner Notification Letter
QUESTIONS & ASSISTANCE
For questions and assistance, contact the Special Service Support Center (SSSC) via the SSSC Web
Contact Site. The SSSC Web Contact Site can be accessed through the Professional Technician
System (PTS) website using the SSSC link listed at the bottom of the OASIS VIN report screen or
listed under the SSSC tab.
Sincerely,

Stacy L. Balzer

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Administrative Information Attachment
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Customer Satisfaction Program 23B33

MOBILE SERVICE REPAIR ASSESSMENT LEVEL
- Not a Mobile Service Repair
OASIS ACTIVATION
OASIS will be activated on July 26, 2023.
FSA VIN LISTS ACTIVATION
FSA VIN Lists will be available through https://web.fsavinlists.dealerconnection.com on July 26, 2023.
Owner names and addresses will be available by September 1, 2023.
NOTE: Your FSA VIN Lists may contain owner names and addresses obtained from motor vehicle
registration records. The use of such motor vehicle registration data for any purpose other than in
connection with this program is a violation of law in several states, provinces, and countries.
Accordingly, you must limit the use of this listing to the follow-up necessary to complete this service
action.
SOLD VEHICLES
• Owners of affected vehicles will be directed to dealers for repairs.
• Immediately contact any of your affected customers whose vehicles are not on your VIN list
but are identified in OASIS. Give the customer a copy of the Owner Notification Letter (when
available) and schedule a service date.
• Correct other affected vehicles identified in OASIS which are brought to your dealership.
• Dealers are to prioritize repairs of customer vehicles over repairs of new and used vehicle
inventory.
STOCK VEHICLES
• Correct all affected units in your new vehicle inventory before delivery.
• Use OASIS to identify any affected vehicles in your used vehicle inventory.
BRANDED / SALVAGED TITLE VEHICLES
Affected branded / salvaged title vehicles are eligible for this service action.
OWNER REFUNDS
• Ford Motor Company is offering a refund for owner-paid repairs covered by this program if the
repair was performed before the date of the Owner Notification Letter. This refund offer expires
January 26, 2024.
• Dealers are also pre-approved to refund owner-paid emergency repairs that were performed
away from an authorized servicing dealer after the date of the Owner Notification Letter. Noncovered repairs, or those judged by Ford to be excessive, will not be reimbursed.
• Refunds will only be provided for the cost associated with installing the missing cargo dome
light.
RENTAL VEHICLES
Rental vehicles are not approved for this program.

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Administrative Information Attachment
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Customer Satisfaction Program 23B33

PICK-UP AND DELIVERY- Participating Dealers
Dealers participating in the Remote Experience Program:
• Refer to EFC12071, 2023 Remote Experience Program, Pickup & Delivery (PDL) Offset
section for additional details.
ADDITIONAL REPAIR (LABOR TIME AND/OR PARTS)
Additional repairs identified as necessary to complete the FSA should be managed as follows:
• For related damage and access time requirements, refer to the Warranty and Policy Manual /
Section 6 – Ford & Lincoln Program Policies / General Information & Special Circumstances
for FSAs / Related Damage.
• For vehicles within new vehicle bumper-to-bumper warranty coverage, no SSSC approval is
required, although related damage must be on a separate repair line with the “Related
Damage” radio button checked.
o Ford vehicles – 3 years or 36,000 miles
• For vehicles outside new vehicle bumper-to-bumper warranty coverage, submit an Approval
Request to the SSSC Web Contact Site before completing the repair.
CLAIMS PREPARATION AND SUBMISSION
• Claim Entry: Enter claims using Dealer Management System (DMS) or One Warranty
Solution (OWS) online.
o When entering claims:
 Claim type 31: Field Service Action
 Sub Code: 23B33
 Customer Concern Code (CCC): L29
 Condition Code (CC): 38
 Causal Part Number: 13776 Quantity 1
o For additional claims preparation and submission information, refer to the Recall and
Customer Satisfaction Program (CSP) Repairs in the OWS User Guide.
• Related Damage/Additional labor and/or parts: Must be claimed as Related Damage on a
separate repair line from the FSA with the same claim type and subcode as described in Claim
Entry above.
IMPORTANT: Click the Related Damage Indicator radio button.
• Refunds: Submit refunds on a separate repair line.
- Program Code: 23B33
- Misc. Expense: ADMIN
- Misc. Expense: REFUND
- Misc. Expense: 0.2 Hrs.
o Multiple refunds should be submitted on one repair line and the invoice details for each
repair should be detailed in the comments section of the claim.

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Labor Allowances and Parts Ordering Information Attachment
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Customer Satisfaction Program 23B33
LABOR ALLOWANCES
Description
Install cargo dome light

Labor Operation

Labor Time

23B33B

0.3 Hours

PARTS REQUIREMENTS / ORDERING INFORMATION
Part Number

Description

Order
Quantity

Claim
Quantity

MB5Z-13776-AA
Cargo Dome Light
1
1
Order your parts requirements through normal order processing channels. To guarantee the shortest
delivery time, an emergency order for parts must be placed.
DEALER PRICE
For the latest prices, refer to DOES II.
PARTS RETENTION, RETURN, & SCRAPPING
Follow the provisions of the Warranty and Policy Manual, Section 1 - WARRANTY PARTS
RETENTION AND RETURN POLICIES. If a replaced part receives a scrap disposition, the part must
be scrapped by all applicable local, state, and federal environmental protection and hazardous
material regulations. Federal law prohibits selling motor vehicle parts or components that are under
safety, compliance, or emissions recall.
EXCESS STOCK RETURN
The excess stock returned for credit must have been purchased from Ford Customer Service Division
by Policy Procedure Bulletin 4000.
REPLACED FSA PARTS INSPECTION AND SIGN OFF
Effective March 1st, 2021, all parts replaced as part of an FSA repair with a repair order open date of
March 1st, 2021, or later must be inspected and signed off on the repair order by a member of your
dealer’s fixed operations management team or an employee the task has been delegated to. If the
task is to be delegated to a non-management employee, the employee needs to be someone other
than the technician who completed the repair and needs to understand the importance of completing
this task consistently and accurately.
•

All parts replaced as part of an FSA repair should be returned to the parts department
following the Warranty Parts Retention and Return Policies.

•

Inspect the replaced parts to verify the FSA repair was completed.

•

If the FSA repair is found to be complete, the designated employee signs the repair order line
or parts return stamp area (electronic or hand signed) for the FSA repair indicating the parts
were inspected and validated to have been replaced.

•

After the parts have been inspected, they should be handled based on the guidance in the
parts status report in the Online Warranty System (Hold, Return, CORE, Scrap, etc.). Please
visit FMCDEALER > PARTS & SERVICE > WARRANTY ADMINISTRATION & WARRANTY
PARTS RETURN for the latest Immediate Scrap List information.

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Labor Allowances and Parts Ordering Information Attachment
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Customer Satisfaction Program 23B33
This process is subject to review during warranty audits for FSA repairs with a repair order
open date of March 1st, 2021, or later. Any eligible FSA claims requiring parts replacement
found not to have been inspected and signed off during a warranty audit will be subject to
chargeback and consideration for enrollment into the Dealer Incomplete Recall Repair
Process.
Note: Other approvals (electronic or handwritten) for add-on repair lines, dealer-owned vehicle
repairs, and repeat repairs do not qualify as FSA parts inspection approvals. The post-repair FSA
parts inspection process (electronic or handwritten) is independent of other warranty approval
requirements. The approval by the designated employee implies that the FSA parts were found to be
replaced and must be able to be identified on the Repair Order. If multiple FSAs require approval on a
single Repair Order, each applicable occurrence will require individual post-repair approval by the
designated employee.
•

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Mobile Service Repair Assessment
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Recall 23B33
Mobile Service Repair Assessment
Assessment levels have been identified to help determine the ease of performing eligible mobile
service repairs for a Field Service Action (FSA) outside of the dealership service facility.
Dealer Bulletin
Within Attachment I of the dealer bulletin a mobile service repair assessment level(s) will be
provided. These assessment levels have been determined using the amount of time, equipment
and labor identified to perform the intended service action.
Assessment Levels
- Mobile Reprogramming
- Light Mobile Service
- Enhanced Mobile Service
- Advanced Mobile Service
- Wheel and Tire Mobile Service
- Not a Mobile Service Repair
Description of each level that is used to determine the overall assessment.
– Mobile Reprogramming
• Module Programming or similar type services
• Minimum tools maybe required other than an IDS/FDRS setup
• FDRS programming that requires internet connection (wi-fi or mobile hotspot)
• Make sure vehicle has a charge port to ensure battery voltage is maintained during
flashing of the module(s)
• Repairs not greater than 1 hour in length (including time to wait for programming)
Note: The location will need a charging station or wall box to maintain the 12-volt battery.

•
•
•
•

– Light Mobile Service
Interior repair procedures that do not require seat, dash, or headliner removal
Under hood repairs that do not require large component removal
Exterior repairs that do not require large component/panel removal
Repairs may require standard hand tools (Access to a Technician starter kit or similar)

Mobile Service Repair Assessment
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Recall 23B33
– Enhanced Mobile Service
A two-person process is required anytime a procedure requires work under the
vehicle
• Brake Inspection and Brake Repair/Replacement
• Limited Suspension Component replacement (no alignment)
• Under Vehicle access for limited repairs (no large component removal)
• Vehicle Check Up - VCU
• Pre-Delivery Inspection - PDI
• Used Car Inspection/Presale Inspection
• May require floor jack, jack stands, and impact tools
Note: Wheel lock may be required.
•

•
•
•

– Advanced Mobile Service
Fluid Exchange/Oil Change
Light Repairs
Brake Hydraulic Repairs

– Wheel and Tire Mobile Service
• Tire Removal from Wheel
• Tire Balancing
• Tire Repair
Note: Specialized Mobile Service unit and equipment including Tire balancer and Tire
Changer required.
– Not a Mobile Service Repair
• Large component removal
• BEV Battery Replacement
• Requires a vehicle hoist – to complete the repair (more than inspection)
• Required vehicle alignment
• Requires significant vehicle disassembly
• Repairs greater than 2-3 hours
• Any repairs that require M-Time
• Includes a service procedure where the vehicle owner may be distressed about the state
of their vehicle

Ford Motor Company
Ford Customer Service Division
P. O. Box 1904
Dearborn, Michigan 48121

August 2023
Customer Satisfaction Program 23B33
Mr. John Sample
123 Main Street
Anywhere, USA 12345
Your Vehicle Identification Number (VIN): 12345678901234567
At Ford Motor Company, we are committed not only to building high-quality, dependable products but
also to building a community of happy, satisfied customers. To demonstrate that commitment, we are
providing a no-charge Customer Satisfaction Program for your vehicle with the VIN shown above.
Why are you receiving
this notice?

On your vehicle, it may be possible that the wrong type of cargo dome light
may have been installed at the assembly plant.

What is the effect?

You may not have the correct cargo dome light in the cargo area of your
vehicle. You will not have the desired red and white light in the cargo area of
your vehicle.

What will Ford and
your dealer do?

In the interest of customer satisfaction, Ford Motor Company has authorized
your dealer to install the correct cargo dome light free of charge (parts and
labor) under the terms of this program.
This Customer Satisfaction Program will be in effect until August 18, 2024
regardless of mileage. Coverage is automatically transferred to subsequent
owners.

How long will it take?

The time needed for this repair is less than one-half day. However, due to
service scheduling requirements, your dealer may need your vehicle for a
longer period of time.

What should you do?

Please call your dealer without delay to schedule a service appointment for
Customer Satisfaction Program 23B33. Provide the dealer with your VIN,
which is printed near your name at the beginning of this letter.
If you do not already have a servicing dealer, you can access
ford.com/support for dealer addresses, maps, and driving instructions.
Ford Motor Company wants you to have this service action completed on
your vehicle. The vehicle owner is responsible for making arrangements to
have the work completed.
NOTE - You can receive information about Recalls and Customer
Satisfaction Programs through our FordPass App. The app can be

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downloaded through the App Store or Google Play. In addition, there are
other features such as reserving parking in certain locations and controlling
certain functions on your vehicle (lock or unlock doors, remote start) if it is
equipped to allow control.
Have you previously
paid for this repair?

If you have previously paid for a repair that addresses the issue described in
this letter, you still need to have this service action performed to ensure the
correct parts were used.
If the previously paid repair was performed before the date of this letter, you
may be eligible for a refund. Refunds will only be provided for services
related to installing the cargo dome light. To verify eligibility and expedite
reimbursement, give your paid original receipt to your dealer before January
26,2024. To avoid delays, do not send receipts to Ford Motor Company.

What if you no longer
own this vehicle?

If you no longer own this vehicle and have an address for the current owner,
please forward this letter to the new owner.
You received this notice because our records, which are based primarily on
state registration and title data, indicate that you are the current owner.

Can we assist you
further?

If you have difficulties getting your vehicle repaired promptly and without
charge, please contact your dealership's Service Manager for assistance.
RETAIL OWNERS: If you have questions or concerns, please contact our
Ford Customer Relationship Center at 1-866-436-7332 and one of our
representatives will be happy to assist you. If you wish to contact us through
the Internet, our address is: ford.com/support.
For the hearing impaired call 1-800-232-5952 (TDD). Representatives are
available Monday through Friday: 8:00 AM – 8:00 PM (Eastern Time).
FLEET OWNERS: If you have questions or concerns, please contact our
Ford Pro Contact Center at 1-800-34-FLEET, choose Option #1, and one
of our representatives will be happy to assist you. If you wish to contact us
through the Internet, our address is fleet.ford.com.
Representatives are available Monday through Friday: 7:00 AM – 11:00 PM
and Saturday 7:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Eastern Time).

Thank you for your attention to this important matter.
Ford Customer Service Division

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TECHNICAL INSTRUCTIONS
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CUSTOMER SATISFACTION PROGRAM 23B33

CERTAIN 2022-2023 EXPLORER POLICE INTERCEPTOR VEHICLES — CARGO
DOME LIGHT INSTALL
SERVICE PROCEDURE
1. Remove the original rear cargo lamp using a trim tool. See Figure 1.
2. Once the lamp has been removed the connector end and applicable wire should be hanging from the
hole in the headliner where the lamp has been removed from. See Figure 1.
NOTE: If additional slack in the wire is required, lightly pull on the taped portion of the harness.

22773A

FIGURE 1

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3. Attach the cut out template (See Attachment IV) to the headliner by aligning section 1 with the original
slot from the lamp that was removed. See Figure 2.

Front of Vehicle

4. Trace the cut out area onto the headliner with a suitable marking tool. Using an suitable cutting tool
with a short blade, cut the headliner. See Figure 2.

22773B

FIGURE 2

Front of Vehicle

5. Move the lamp connector to the newly cut out slot. Connect the new cargo dome light. See Figure 3.

STUD FOR
MISSING NUT
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NUT

FIGURE 3

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6. a. Insert larger end of the cargo dome light base into the corresponding slot, sliding it as far over as
possible.
b. Line up the other end of the cargo dome light base to the cut out and slide light into headliner to
secure cargo dome light into headliner. See Figure 4.
NOTE: Headliner removed for clarity.
NOTE: Light should be flush with the headliner.

A

B
22773D

FIGURE 4
7. Function the light switch in both directions to ensure that both the red and white light illuminate.
See Figure 5.

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MISSING NUT
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MISSING NUT

FIGURE 5

22773E
STUD FOR
MISSING NUT

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Cargo Dome Light Template
Printing Directions:

Print on 8.5” x 11” paper in portrait orientation only
Select Actual Size
Select Choose paper source by PDF page size

Slot for new
cargo dome
light

Slot from
original light

2 cm.

Front of Vehicle

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