Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power

jgatell

Jan 02, 2023

2022 4-Door Outer Banks with Sasquatch/Towing Package
7,500 miles

Last week I got an alert at start up. Service Engine Soon. Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power

I can not switch GOAT Mode, stuck in 2WD. Slowing down to turning into driveway or parking space is also very strange and I feel has something to do with reduced power. Anyone else experience this and know what the issue is?

To make matters worse, I have Premium Care warranty but they won't approve rental until diagnosis has been made. My dealer says that could take 5 days.

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Jan 02, 2023

Yeah so the PCM probably detected an issue and stuck your Bronco into limp mode to protect itself. Huge bummer.

If you have the Ford warranty, keep in mind that it can be serviced at any Ford dealer, doesn't have to be your dealer.

2022 4dr Badlands, 2.3L Manual, Mid pkg
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TEEDEE

Jan 03, 2023

jgatell
2022 4-Door Outer Banks with Sasquatch/Towing Package
7,500 miles

Last week I got an alert at start up. Service Engine Soon. Powertrain Malfunction / Reduced Power

I can not switch GOAT Mode, stuck in 2WD. Slowing down to turning into driveway or parking space is also very strange and I feel has something to do with reduced power. Anyone else experience this and know what the issue is?

To make matters worse, I have Premium Care warranty but they won't approve rental until diagnosis has been made. My dealer says that could take 5 days.

I keep getting the same error when pulling a light trailer. Have had it in shop 3 times and still no better. It has done it mostly when on cruise control but has given error a couple of times not on cruise. Gas mileage goes from 23.5 to 13.5. Also, oil consumption is a quart in 500 miles; 6 quarts on 3700 mile trip.

Deano Bronc

Jan 03, 2023

Bourbon Bronco
I keep getting the same error when pulling a light trailer. Have had it in shop 3 times and still no better. It has done it mostly when on cruise control but has given error a couple of times not on cruise. Gas mileage goes from 23.5 to 13.5. Also, oil consumption is a quart in 500 miles; 6 quarts on 3700 mile trip.

Gas mileage falling that much isn’t unheard of.

Oil consumption is mega bad juju though. I’d at least get your cylinder compression checked. Sounds like your piston rings or valves aren’t holding under load. Bad news for any engine, very bad for an engine with a turbo.

2022 4dr Badlands, 2.3L Manual, Mid pkg
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jgatell

Jan 05, 2023

It goes in shop again; hopefully will see what is going on. 1/2 qt in 350 miles with no trailer.

Laura, jgatell

Jan 05, 2023

Dropped the Bronco off yesterday morning. Still waiting to hear something. The person checking me in was familiar with the Powertrain Malfunction Warning. He seemed puzzled over the power issue while moving at a slow speed or turning into spaces.

The wheels feel like 4WD is engaged. You can feel and hear the tires "gripping" as I turn. If I give it more gas it seems to get better.

RagnarKon
Yeah so the PCM probably detected an issue and stuck your Bronco into limp mode to protect itself. Huge bummer.

If you have the Ford warranty, keep in mind that it can be serviced at any Ford dealer, doesn't have to be your dealer.

Once I speed up, 10+ mph, it drives fine. My gas mileage has increased which is very strange.

Jan 13, 2023

Finally got my Bronco back - 7 days after I dropped it off. No diagnosis until the morning of the 7th day. So no opportunity to take advantage of the warranty (I pay extra for) providing a rental. Nothing but an error in programming. Quick fix.

Deano Bronc, EvlNvrDys

Jan 13, 2023

Bourbon Bronco
It goes in shop again; hopefully will see what is going on. 1/2 qt in 350 miles with no trailer.

Any resolution yet?

Aug 21, 2023

Ugh, similar issues with my 2023 Outer Banks Sasquatch. Light went off within a week of taking delivery in April. Since then, the light has been on more than it has been off. I have my fourth trip to the dealership to have it looked at again next week.

This is so depressing; I love the vehicle and honestly it is my favorite vehicle that I've ever owned. I just wish that they could resolve this powertrain malfunction nonsense.

Aug 22, 2023

Pasq0321
Ugh, similar issues with my 2023 Outer Banks Sasquatch. Light went off within a week of taking delivery in April. Since then, the light has been on more than it has been off. I have my fourth trip to the dealership to have it looked at again next week.

This is so depressing; I love the vehicle and honestly it is my favorite vehicle that I've ever owned. I just wish that they could resolve this powertrain malfunction nonsense.

Hi there, I'd be happy to look into your Bronco concerns on my end. Will you send us a message with your VIN and dealership info? I can look into things on my end.

Chief Ron, Gyoja

Aug 24, 2023

#10

Finally, it appears they have the issue fixed. Something with the PVC system. A bunch of vacuum lines were full of oil. Now that I have driven it some more, the mileage has gone to 24 combined and 27 on the highway. Haven't pulled a trailer or load for very many miles but taking a trip next month and pulling a car back from northern Illinois. I will let you know if the problem is really fixed for good.

Laura, Chief Ron

Aug 29, 2023

#11

It appears I have the same issue as above, 2023 Bronco Badlands with 1k miles and powertrain malfunction alert popped up. Stuck in 4h / cannot change G.O.A.T modes so had to limp it to the dealer, they replaced the awd module but it did not fix the issue. They have had the car for 8 days now (no loaners available).

Chief Ron, Laura

Aug 29, 2023

#12

Badland Bronco
It appears I have the same issue as above, 2023 Bronco Badlands with 1k miles and powertrain malfunction alert popped up. Stuck in 4h / cannot change G.O.A.T modes so had to limp it to the dealer, they replaced the awd module but it did not fix the issue. They have had the car for 8 days now (no loaners available).

Hey there! Would you mind sending over a private message with your VIN and the name/location of the Ford dealer you are working with? I would like to take a closer look at your Bronco's performance issues.

Chief Ron, Badland Bronco

Mar 20, 2024

#13

Just got the same service message this morning on the way to work. I JUST had it in to the dealer a few weeks ago for a turbo waste gate actuator replacement on one of the turbo chargers. It was in the shop for TWO WEEKS (but the Ford dealer did give me a loaner) and now have to take it in again.

I didn't yet check to see if my 2WD is locked in but will later when I leave. I hope this doesn't keep happening.

Mar 21, 2024

#14

gsho
Just got the same service message this morning on the way to work. I JUST had it in to the dealer a few weeks ago for a turbo waste gate actuator replacement on one of the turbo chargers. It was in the shop for TWO WEEKS (but the Ford dealer did give me a loaner) and now have to take it in again.

I didn't yet check to see if my 2WD is locked in but will later when I leave. I hope this doesn't keep happening.

Hi there. These performance concerns doesn’t sound like something we want you to experience with your Bronco. Could you please send us a PM with your VIN and the name and location of your Ford dealer? I'd be happy to look into how I can assist you on my end. To send a private message, just click/hover on our username and select "Message".

Gyoja

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