Ford Power-Up Version History
The version history of the Ford Power-Up updates for the Ford SYNC Version 4 and 4a hardware developed by Ford Motor Company began with the release of the 2021 Mustang Mach-E in December 2020. This was simply referred to as over-the-air (OTA) updates until May 2021 when Ford adopted the "Ford Power-Up" name.
Overview
The Ford Power-Up updates have the ability to upgrade the user interface as well as reprogram module firmware within the vehicle. Ford expects to produce 33 million vehicles with Power-Up capability by 2028. Not all vehicles have the same software layout due to the differences in the user interfaces. SYNC 4 comes with an 8 or 12 inch horizontally oriented main display while SYNC 4a comes with a 12 or 15.5 inch vertically oriented main display.
BlueCruise
The current version of BlueCruise is v1.4, released to Early Access members on December 14, 2023. Mustang Mach-E customers with model years 2021-2023 equipped with BlueCruise can receive the update to BlueCruise 1.4 via Ford Power-Up software updates that began rolling out in summer 2023. (Note: vehicles equipped with BlueCruise 1.0 will be updated straight to BlueCruise 1.4, which includes all features of BlueCruise 1.2.) Customers who placed an order after May 2, 2023, or the vehicle was produced after June 30, 2023, your Mustang Mach-E will be delivered from the factory with BlueCruise 1.3.
- BlueCruise v1.2 features:
- Lane Change Assist (change lanes with a tap of the turn signal)
- Predictive Speed Assist (adjust vehicle speed for road curves, roundabouts and more)
- In-Lane Repositioning (helps hands-free highway driving feel more natural by keeping the vehicle in its lane while subtly shifting its position away from vehicles in adjacent lanes, especially large semi trucks)
- BlueCruise v1.3 features:
- Fewer disengagements through curves and narrow lanes
BlueCruise 1.3 Announcements and Discussion
Future features
Ford has publicly discussed enhancements for future Power-Up updates. The precise timing and grouping of these updates has not been announced. These features may be released across several versions, and some or all of these features may not be released for certain vehicles, model years, or at all.
These future features include:
- Charge Assist (rollout beginning September 2023)
- Find, start, and pay for public charging stations from inside the vehicle wihtout having to use a phone app
- In-vehicle display shows cost per kWh, estimate time to 80% SoC, and charger availability
- Touchscreen Games
- “Escape Room”
- Pet Mode
Versions
The following table summarizes the release history for the Ford SYNC Version 4 and 4a Power-Up software updates, from version 3.x onward. Updates prior to this can be found on the Archive page.
Important Note: Ford Power-Up updates may not apply to all model years, nor are they sequential. The list below is generally in order of appearing in the wild, but this is not reflective of the order they are delivered to vehicles or that they will even be released to a particular vehicle.
| Vehicle(s) | Version | Release Date NA | Release Date EU | Changes | Modules Updated | Vehicle Unavailable (Minutes) |
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| Mustang Mach-E | Un-numbered | December 2023 | Not available | TBD - One small file change | PSCM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 7.0.0 | December 2023 | Not available | This Ford BlueCruise 1.4 brings the best hands-free highway driving performance yet to keep you hands-free longer. Model Year 2021 and 2022 vehicles also get the latest BlueCruise features - Lane Change Assist and In-Lane Repositioning as well as an upgrade to the ACC system with Predictive Speed Assist. BlueCruise 1.4 (equipped vehicles only): - More hands-free highway time: In our internal testing, BlueCruise 1.4 stayed engaged in hands-free mode for an average of 13 times longer compared to BlueCruise 1.0, 8 times longer compared to BC1.2 and 2 times longer compared to BC1.3. - Much smoother drive: BlueCruise 1.4 brings significantly greater in-lane stability and improved control of the vehicle in the center of the lane - 10x greater in-lane stability than BlueCruise 1.0 and 8x more stability than BlueCruise 1.2 and 1.3. - One button activation: On-the-road activation of BlueCruise just got easier. Simply press the Adaptive Cruise Control button on your steering wheel to activate BlueCruise while in a Blue Zone. No need to also press the Lane Assist button on the steering wheel. New Features (Model Years 2021 and 2022): - Lane Change Assist: allows you to use the turn signal switch to indicate a desired lane change, which the system will perform when the path is clear. It will also suggest a lane change in slower-moving traffic. - In-Lane Repositioning: can help provide more space by subtly shifting away from vehicles in adjacent lanes, giving you a little extra room when you need it. - To manage your Ford BlueCruise settings, go to your in-vehicle Driver Assistance screen. Adaptive Cruise Control (ACC) with Predictive Speed Assist: - When Predictive Speed Assist is active, the ACC system will now temporarily adjust the vehicle speed in advance of curves and will display a road geometry indicator in the instrument cluster display explaining the reason for the speed adjustment. - Predictive Speed Assist will now adjust the vehicle speed to the applicable speed limit in advance of speed limit signs. - The In-vehicle Driver Assistance screen will still show a Speed Sign Recognition slider. To activate Predictive Speed Assist, push the slider to the right. |
Modules TBD | Yes (120) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 23-PU1024-MCP-FX | December 2023 | Not available | Smart Changes An adjustment has been made to help enhance the 12V battery performance. |
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| Mustang Mach-E | 6.13.0 | December 2023 | Not available | Driver Facing Camera SW Improvement (equipped vehicles only) This update adds robustness to the Driver State Monitoring system and increases availability of BlueCruise and reduces false eyes-off warnings |
CMR | Yes (38) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 23-PU0907-RAD-ON | December 2023 | Not available | AM Broadcast Radio AM broadcast radio is now available for listening through your audio system and can be controlled just like FM or SiriusXM channels. This gives you even more flexibility in how you can access your favorite sports, talk and news content - including receiving Emergency Alert System notifications. |
ACM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 23-PU0630-RGT-PLO | December 2023 | Not available | Updates Have Been Made We have made some adjustments to your liftgate to optimize its performance. |
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| Mustang Mach-E | 6.8.0 | December 2023 | Not available | This version appears to have two different sets of release notes, which seems to depend on the model year of the vehicle. Both sets are included below. Release Notes 1 (2023?) Software Updates Have Been Made. Several modifications have been made to improve the quality of your instrument panel and other features. There is nothing you need to do. Release Notes 2 (2022?) Making sure your frunk is good. We've made an enhancement to let you know that if your frunk is ever ajar, you will now hear a louder chime. This was done to help ensure that you'll know to take action if ever necessary. |
IPC | Yes (5) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 6.7.0 | November 2023 | Not available | Fantastic frunk news. We've made a Software Update that allows you to open your frunk remotely using the FordPass App. That's right. Now you can control your frunk from the palm of your hand. Plus, you'll also receive a Frunk Ajar warning if you try to drive away without your Frunk being fully closed. |
GFM | |
| Mustang Mach-E, Lightning | Un-numbered | November 2023 | Not available | Ford Power-Up We've recently made improvements to your vehicle's diagnostic capabilities that will help enhance future updates and help ensure you'll always be driving the best possible version of your vehicle |
GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 23-PU0722-DC-CHG3 | November 2023 | Not available | Improved DC Fast Charging We know how important DC Fast Charging is to you, so we've tweaked the charging module to improve reliability and performance. |
OBCC | Yes (10) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 6.6.0 | November 2023 | Not available | Minor updates We've made background improvements to your vehicle's software to enhance your overall experience. |
ABS, BECM, PCM, SOBDMA, SOBDMB, SOBDMC | Yes (22) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 6.5.0 / 23-PU0725-CLM-FX | November 2023 | Not available | Enhancing your heating system. We've made enhancements to your heating system (HVAC) to improve the heat capability, making your vehicle more responsive to humidity. This should help reduce fogging under certain conditions. |
HVAC | Yes (15) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 6.4.0 | October 2023 | Not available | Getting you ready for the next big thing. Ford Power-Up delivers the latest software updates to your vehicle. While many updates happen seamlessly in the background as you're driving, some updates look to your preferred schedule to install the latest while you're not using your vehicle (like overnight). Go to Settings, then Software Updates to set your schedule. To make sure that these non-driveable updates install correctly please ensure that your vehicle is in park, ignition is off, the lights are off, doors, windows, trunk and frunk are closed, and the brake pedal is not being pressed. Please reference your digital Owner's Manual for more information to ensure you're taking all the necessary steps. |
SCCM | Yes (4) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 6.3.0 | October 2023 | November 2023 | Intelligent Range Update For more accurate range predictions, our newly enhanced Intelligent Range works with your Ford Navigation System by factoring in elements like traffic speed, external temperature and hill grades to the route you have selected. Travel with confidence knowing you have what you need to get where you're going. Some 2023 Models: Smart Changes Refinements have been made to help improve connectivity. Europe: Improvements and fixes This update brings optimization of vehicle connectivity (FordPass Connect) as well as adjustments and fixes to the system for better stability. |
TCU | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 6.2.1 / 23-PU1103-NAT-VCE | November 2023 | Not available | Even better If you recently received the 6.2.0 update, we've just released version 6.2.1 with even more enhancements to improve your driving experience. (Remainder of release notes are identical to 6.2.0, with different section heading text.) |
APIM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 6.2.0 | October 2023 | Not available | We've been busy. Take a look at what we've done. Easy on the eyes You may have noticed that things look a little different on your vehicle screen today. That's because we're continuing to improve the modern design to make it simple to navigate and find what you're looking for. A few changes you'll notice include a smaller top bar and we've moved some icons to make it easier to view. A dedicated user profile button has even been added. Step up to the mic, please For this latest Ford Power-Up software update, we listened to your feedback and made it easier for you to continue to share your experiences by recording and sending voice feedback from the convenience of your vehicle. Prior to this update, access for this feature was in the Settings-General menu. But now it's been moved to the App screen and will be available whenever your vehicle is activated in FordPass. Look for the new Record Feedback microphone icon — and continue to let us know what you really think. No need to sound the alarm This update will allow you to easily turn the motion sensor alarm OFF from the vehicle settings screen or alert POPUP. That means when you have a passenger or pet inside, they can move around while you do the same outside. |
APIM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 6.1.0 | September 2023 | Not available | Smart Changes. The biggest change we made is to begin prepping your vehicle so that it can easily receive even more sophisticated updates from us in the future. | GWM | |
| Lightning | 6.1.0 | October 2023 | November 2023 | Ford BlueCruise Map Update If your vehicle is equipped with Ford BlueCruise: We've made updates to your Ford BlueCruise map expiration to help keep things running smoothly. Intelligent Backup Power We've made an update to help ensure a smooth experience when using your vehicle for power. If your connection is disrupted, the system will search for another connection before timing out. Europe: Improvements and fixes Minor adjustments have been made in the background to ensure optimal operation of the system. |
GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 5.1.1 | August 2023 | Sept/Nov 2023 | Updates are bringing the heat. If you're heading toward a DC Fast Charging station (using your vehicle's navigation system), your battery will now start preconditioning within 20 miles of your destination. This allows the battery to accept a charge faster in cold or hot weather, getting you back on the road quickly. Remember, you must enter your fast charging station into your Ford vehicle's navigation system for preconditioning to work. Norway: Smart changes. Minor background updates have been made to maintain the SYNC system. |
GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 23-PU0110-RAD-PS | August 2023 | Not available | An update that's music to YOUr ears. Just a quick note to let you know some refinements have been made to keep things running at their best. This update addresses the issue where radio presets have been affected during vehicle software updates. Talk about something to sing about. | ACM | Yes (12) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.3.6 | July 2023 | Not available | Ford BlueCruise Delivery, Plus Minor Changes. If your Ford Mustang Mach-E is equipped withthe Ford Co-Pilot360 Active 2.0 Prep Package, your Ford BlueCruise hands-free highway driving feature has now been delivered. This completes what we call Product Improvement Program 21G01. There is nothing you need to do except enjoy the update. Note: You may have already received some of this functionality in a prior update, but this version has been fine-tuned and includes additional tweaks to other features. |
APIM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.3.5 | July 2023 | Not available | Smart changes here and there. The biggest change we made is to begin prepping yuour vehicle so that it can easily receive even more sophisticated updates from us in the future. | GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.3.4 | June 2023 | Not available | Updates are bringing the heat. We've made some enhancements to help while you're out on a road trip. First, if you're heading toward a DC fast charging station (using your vehicle's navigation), your battery will now start to warm up within 20 miles of your destination. This allows the battery to accept a charge at a faster rate in cold weather when you have excess heater capacity, getting you back on the road. Remember, you must enter your fast charging station into the Navigation System in order for preheating to work. We've also made a quality improvement to the power steering control. There is nothing you need to do. |
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| Lightning, F-150 | 23-PU0503-CON-FX | June 2023 | Not available | While you may have seen this update before, we're resending to ensure some housekeeping features are included to help further enhance your user experience. SYNC update to support public WiFi (Lightning) Apple Carplay "easy listening improvements" (Lightning) Video streaming apps for US vehicles: YouTube, NBC News, NBC Today (F-150) New games: Bridge Battle and Parking Lot (F-150) |
GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 23-PU0314-DCM-LAT | June 2023 | Not available | Smart Changes. Just a quick note to let you know some refinements have been made. These will make your vehicle better prepared to receive future updates that are more complex. | DCME, DCMF, DCMG, DCMH | Yes (10) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 23-PU0415-BLM-VIS | June 2023 | Not available | Customer Satisfaction Program 21B36 We fine-tuned your Phone As A Key software to help improve reliability and reduce potential Bluetooth disconnection when unlocking or starting your vehicle. This completes customer satisfaction program 21B36. |
RFA | Yes (10) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 23-PU0105-DC-CHG2 | May 2023 | Not available | Improved DC Fast Charging We know how important DC Fast Charging is to you, so we've tweaked the charging module to improve reliability and performance. |
OBCC | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.2.6 | May 2023 | December 2023 | We've made updates to your charge port connection. Displayed range has been adjusted to reflect what is possible with optimal driving practices. We upgraded software on your vehicle to protect high-voltage battery components from excessive heat generated during DC fast charging and repeated full throttle events. This completes safety recall 22S41. For those customers who received a letter about recall 22S29, this update also fixes a software glitch in your vehicle that could potentially cause unintended acceleration, unintended deceleration or unintended vehicle movement. This completes safety recall 22S29. |
ABS, BECM, PCM, SOBDMA, SOBDMC | Yes (35) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.2.5 | April 2023 | December 2023 | HVAC enhancements to improve the heat capability and help the vehicle respond to humidity | HVAC | Yes (15) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.2.4 | March 2023 | December 2023 | Added In-Vehicle Voice Feedback to share instant feedback with Ford | TCU | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.2.3 | March 2023 | Not available | Improvement/adjustment of previous OTA 4.1.3 SYNC update to support public WiFi |
GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.2.2.2 | March 2023 | Not available | Adds camera icon to header bar for 2023MY vehicles | APIM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.2.2.1 | Not applicable | October 2023 | France: See 4.2.2 |
APIM, TCU | |
| Mustang Mach-E, F-150 | 4.2.2 | March 2023 | Not available | Improvement/adjustment of previous OTA 4.1.2 (Mach-E) SYNC updated to Version 23031 Rev. 713 (Mach-E) Volume knob enables control of cabin temperature, fan speed and heated seats (Mach-E) New games: Bridge Battle and Parking Lot (Mach-E) In-Vehicle Voice Feedback to share instant feedback with Ford (F-150) |
APIM, TCU | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.2.1.2 | Not applicable | August 2023 | UK/France: Minor background updates have been made. You will not notice any difference, but these refinements will set you up for future updates to come. Norway: While you may have seen this update before, we're resending to ensure some housekeeping features are included to help further enhance your user experience. You'll now receive new pop-up alerts to inform you when a precondition is not being met so that you can take the required action to receive your update. For a non-drivable update, preconditions may include that your vehicle is parked, it's not running, all the lights are off, doors and trunk are closed, and you're not pressing the brake pedal. |
GWM (?) | |
| Lightning, Mustang Mach-E, F-150 | 4.2.1 | February 2023 | Not available | Improvement/adjustment of previous OTA 4.1.1 This particular update will set you up for all future ones to come. Think of it as the update that opens the door for all the others to enter through. Ability to enter your vehicle using your Key Fob during a non-drivable update. (F150) Pop-up alerts to inform you when a precondition is not being met so that you can take the required action to receive your update. For a non-drivable update, preconditions may include that your vehicle is parked, it’s not running, all the lights are off, doors and trunk are closed, and you’re not pressing the brake pedal. (F150) |
GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.1.3 | January 2023 | Not available | SYNC update to support public WiFi | GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 4.1.2 | January 2023 | Not available | SYNC new design, updated to Version 22326 Rev. 640 Volume knob enables control of cabin temperature, fan speed and heated seats New games: Bridge Battle and Parking Lot |
APIM | |
| Lightning, Mustang Mach-E | 4.1.1 | December 2022 | Not available | Adds ability to enter your vehicle using your Key Fob during a non-drivable update You'll now receive new pop-up alerts to inform you when a precondition is not being met so that you can take the required action to receive your update. For a non-drivable update, preconditions may include that your vehicle is parked, it's not running, all the lights are off, doors and trunk are closed, and you're not pressing the brake pedal. |
GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 3.6.2 | December 2022 | Not available | Improved the accuracy of distance-to-empty measurement Added en-route battery pre-conditioning when utilizing the built-in navigation system |
ABS, BECM, PCM, SOBDM, SOBDMB, SOBDMC | Yes (25) |
| Mustang Mach-E | 3.6.1 | October 2022 | Not available | Customer Satisfaction Program 22B28 HVAC update to improve the heat capability at or below -15C/5F |
HVAC | Yes (15) |
| Mustang Mach-E | Un-numbered | October 2022 | Not available | Customer Satisfaction Program 21B36 Fine tuning Phone As A Key software |
RFA | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 3.5.4.2 | October 2022 | July 2023 | Minor fine-tuning | TCU | |
| F150, Lightning, Mustang Mach-E | 3.5.4 | October 2022 | July 2023 | Minor adjustment. Support for two Bluetooth phones simultaneously. | TCU | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 3.5.3.4 | Not applicable | June 2023 | Ford Power-Up Minor updates here and there. Just small stuff to keep everything running smoothly. Ongoing updates like this help you enjoy the best possible version of your Mustang Mach-E. Enjoy. | ||
| Mustang Mach-E | 3.5.3.3 | September 2022 | Not available | Video streaming apps for US vehicles: YouTube, NBC News, NBC Today Video streaming requires a Wi-Fi connection or an active Ford Streaming Connected Service plan |
GWM | |
| 2022 F150 | 3.5.3.2 | January 2023 | Not applicable | Dynamic Screen Resizing When you’re using Android Auto™ or Apple CarPlay®, you can now make them appear on your touchscreen in the size you prefer. | APIM | |
| 2021 F-150, Lightning, Mustang Mach-E | 3.5.3 | September 2022 | Available via FDRS | Additional games: Lane Change, Sudoku, Jigsaw Puzzles After this update completes, Ford provisions Amazon Alexa feature activation in the primary owner's Connected Services account and the vehicle enables built-in Alexa support shortly afterward. Enables full screen CarPlay & Android Auto on F150. SYNC new design, updated to Version 22228 Rev. 539 |
APIM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 3.5.2.1 | Not applicable | January 2023 | OTA version apparently released only to EU cars Preparing your vehicle for Alexa Built-in |
GWM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 22-PU1212-SWS-ECGMP | Not applicable | January 2023 | OTA version apparently released only to EU cars Minor GWM update |
GWM | |
| F-150, Mustang Mach-E | 3.5.2 | September 2022 | Preparing your vehicle for Alexa Built-in | GWM | ||
| F150, Mustang Mach-E | 22-PU0706-SCH-POPA | September 2022 | Minor Adjustments | |||
| F150, Mustang Mach-E | 22-PU0727-VI-FXA | September 2022 | Added horn and lights feature in FordPass without Bluetooth connection | |||
| F-150, Mustang Mach-E | 22-PU0707-SCH-POPB | August 2022 | The functionality of rear-view cameras has been improved Added picture in picture capability to Trailer reverse guidance. Some camera views are now available while driving. |
APIM | ||
| F-150, Mustang Mach-E | 22-PU0727-VI-FXB | August 2022 | Prepares for future power steering control module (PSCM) OTA updates by ensuring that a failure to de-inhibit condition is prevented. Minor Adjustments BlueCruise map updates |
GWM | ||
| Lightning, Mustang Mach-E | 3.3.1 | August 2022 | Alexa Built-in Climate control touchscreen options and menus are improved for easier and faster access Updated digital owner's manual |
TCU | ||
| Mustang Mach-E | 3.2.1 | August 2022 | Second update in the 3 update series to add Alexa Built-in Advanced dual phone (concurrent access to up to two Bluetooth connected phones for incoming calls, contacts, text messages, emails, and more) Preparation for Ford Streaming (music and podcasts) subscription option Additional games: Lane Change, Sudoku, Jigsaw Puzzles Android Auto can be expanded to fill more of the display (it now resizes to fill either of the two view expansion states) Updated SYNC to Software Version: 22179_PRODUCT Revision: 478 |
APIM | ||
| Lightning | 3.2.0 | August 2022 | Not applicable | Advanced dual phone (concurrent access to up to two Bluetooth connected phones for incoming calls, contacts, text messages, emails, and more) Updated digital owner's manual Additional game: DoubleSum (requires SYNC 4A) Addresses issue to ensure that payload limit warning (requires Onboard Scales function) appears on top of other open panes |
APIM | |
| Mustang Mach-E | 3.1.1 | July 2022 | First update in the 3 update series to add Alexa Built-in | GWM | ||
| Lightning | 3.1.0 | July 2022 | Not applicable | Minor adjustments | GWM |
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