U0137 · Manufacturer communications

FORD · 2025-08-27

Some 2023-2025 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit multiple warning indicators with DTCs U0252, U0137, U0199, U0438 stored in the body control module (BCM), image processing module A (IPMA), power steering control module (PSCM), instrument panel cluster (IPC) and/or inoperative power windows and locks. This may be due to an incorrectly tightened ground 201 (G201). Inspect G201 for proper connection, locating tab insertion, and tighten to 8 Nm (6 lb-ft). If the condition remains after tightening G201, continue with normal Workshop Manual diagnostics outside of this article. For claiming, use causal part 14A005 and labor operation MT14A005SSM up to 1.0 hours.

FORD · 2025-06-24

Some 2023-2025 F-Super Duty vehicles may exhibit multiple warning indicators with DTCs U0252, U0137, U0199, U0438 stored in the body control module (BCM), image processing module A (IPMA), power steering control module (PSCM), instrument panel cluster (IPC) and/or inoperative power windows and locks. This may be due to an incorrectly tightened ground 201 (G201). Inspect G201 for proper connection, locating tab insertion, and tighten to 8 +/- 1.2 Nm. If the condition remains after tightening G201, continue with normal Workshop Manual diagnostics.

FORD · 2025-04-29

Some 2025 Bronco vehicles may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0137 stored in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) after installation of the dealer installed option (DIO) trailer tow package. To correct this condition, download and run the latest version of the towbar configuration application using the latest version of the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) scan tool. For claiming, use causal part 15A416 and applicable labor operations in Section 10 of the Service Labor Time Standards (SLTS) Manual.

FORD, LINCOLN · 2024-12-17

Some 2021-2023 F-150 non-Lightning, 2022-2024 F-150 Lightning/Expedition/Navigator, and 2024 Ranger vehicles may exhibit a "trailer brake module fault" message in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) U0137 and/or U0252 stored in the body control module (BCM),

FORD · 2022-06-08

Some 2022 Maverick vehicles built on or before 18-Mar-2022 equipped with a trailer brake controller and a 8 inch center display screen may exhibit a trailer brake module fault message, trailer lighting module fault message, and/or trailer right turn lamps fault/trailer left turn lamps fault message, diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) B1D08 and/or B1D09 stored in the integrated trailer module (TRM) and/or U0137 stored in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) or body control module (BCM). This may be due to the software in the TRM. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the TRM.

FORD · 2022-03-18

Some 2022 F-Super Duty vehicles equipped with a trailer brake controller and a 12.3 inch center display screen, built on or before 16-Feb-2022, may exhibit a trailer brake module fault message, trailer lighting module fault message and/or trailer right turn lamps fault/trailer left turn lamps fault message, diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) B1D08 and/or B1D09 stored in the integrated trailer module (TRM) and/or U0137 stored in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) or body control module (BCM). This may be due to the software in the TRM. To correct the condition, follow the Service Procedure to reprogram the TRM.

TOYOTA · 2022-02-04

TSB: Some 2022 model year Tundra SR grade vehicles may display a Multi-Information Display (MID) warning message ?LTA Malfunction ? Visit Your Dealer? and Diagnostic Trouble Code (DTC) U013787? ?Lost Communication with Trailer Brake Control Module Missing Message? is set. (SR grade vehicles are not equipped with Trailer Brake Control Module.)

FORD · 2022-01-25

Some 2022 F-150 vehicles not equipped with a trailer brake control module (TBM) may exhibit diagnostic trouble code (DTC) U0137 in the anti-lock brake system (ABS) module. This may be due to ABS module software. If ABS module DTC U0137 is present and the vehicle is not equipped with a trailer brake module, the DTC should be ignored. If the vehicle is equipped with a TBM and a U0137 is present in the ABS, continue diagnostics in the Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 206-10.

RAM · 2020-04-15

MODULE, Trailer Tow (Integrated Trailer Brake Module For concern of error message ?Park Assist System Disabled? displayed on the Cluster with DTC U0137 stored or active, please review the communication path between the ITBM and PTS (Parktronics ? Park Assist System). Follow U0137 and Communication Diagnostic Procedure to rule out potential improper connector installation, damage harness / connector, water intrusion, or TPO issues. If the DTC U0137 is stored, please do 5 igniton cycles from bus sleep mode and verify if the DTC becomes active. If the DCT U0137 is active, please create and email a copy of the Scan Report to: FCA Redacted Content We will review the scan report and let you know next step as soon as we can. Please contact FCA Redacted Content for any questions. If no response…