Ford B0050
13 present? YES - Proceed to Step 2. NO - This FSA does not apply. 2. Replace the driver side seatbelt buckle. Follow the Workshop Manual (
Quick answer
For certain 2021–2024 Ford Escape and Mustang Mach-E vehicles in the US, Ford’s 24N08-S1 field service action applies only when DTC B0050:13 is present in FDRS. The documented remedy is replacement of the driver-side seatbelt buckle following the Workshop Manual.
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1. What does B0050 mean?
For certain 2021–2024 Ford Escape and Mustang Mach-E vehicles in the US, Ford’s 24N08-S1 field service action applies only when DTC B0050:13 is present in FDRS. The documented remedy is replacement of the driver-side seatbelt buckle following the Workshop Manual.
2. Technical explanation
The verified NHTSA manufacturer communication instructs technicians to check DTCs using Ford Diagnostic and Repair System (FDRS). If B0050:13 is present, proceed with replacement of the driver-side seatbelt buckle. If B0050:13 is not present, the referenced field service action does not apply. The supplied evidence does not establish a general technical definition for B0050 apart from this procedure.
3. What system is affected?
Driver-side seatbelt buckle.
4. How serious is this code?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
5. Symptoms you may notice
- No symptoms are established by the supplied verified evidence.
6. Possible causes
- The supplied verified evidence identifies a condition addressed by replacement of the driver-side seatbelt buckle when B0050:13 is present, but does not establish a root cause.
7. Can I still drive the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
8. Can I charge the vehicle?
Not yet established by verified evidence.
9. What you can safely do
- Have a Ford dealer or qualified service facility check for DTC B0050:13 using FDRS.
- If B0050:13 is confirmed, have the driver-side seatbelt buckle replaced in accordance with the Ford Workshop Manual.
- Do not attempt seatbelt-buckle repair based on this summary.
10. Step-by-step troubleshooting
- Use FDRS to check for diagnostic trouble codes.
- Determine whether DTC B0050:13 is present.
- If B0050:13 is present, the 24N08-S1 procedure directs replacement of the driver-side seatbelt buckle.
- If B0050:13 is not present, the verified communication states that this field service action does not apply.
11. When to contact service
Contact a Ford dealer or qualified service facility to confirm DTC status and applicability of Ford field service action 24N08-S1.
12. What the service center may check
- Check diagnostic trouble codes with FDRS.
- Confirm the presence or absence of B0050:13.
- Follow the applicable Workshop Manual procedure if replacement is required.
13. Possible repair or resolution
- Replace the driver-side seatbelt buckle when B0050:13 is present, following the Workshop Manual.
14. Affected vehicles
- Ford Escape · 2021–2024 · US
- Ford Mustang Mach-E · 2021–2024 · US
15. Related TSBs / service bulletins
- NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 11017813: Ford 24N08-S1, published April 22, 2025. The communication directs an FDRS DTC check and, if B0050:13 is present, replacement of the driver-side seatbelt buckle.
16. Recall information
- No recall is established by the supplied verified evidence.
17. Official manufacturer information
Official source: NHTSA Manufacturer Communication PDF 11017813, Ford 24N08-S1: https://static.nhtsa.gov/odi/tsbs/2025/MC-11017813-0001.pdf
19. Frequently asked questions
What does Ford’s 24N08-S1 communication say to do when B0050:13 is present?
It directs replacement of the driver-side seatbelt buckle, following the Workshop Manual.
Does Ford’s 24N08-S1 action apply if B0050:13 is absent?
No. The verified communication states that the field service action does not apply when B0050:13 is not present.
Which vehicles are included in the supplied applicability data?
Ford Escape and Ford Mustang Mach-E vehicles from model years 2021 through 2024 in the US. Final eligibility depends on the vehicle and confirmation of B0050:13 through FDRS.