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U054E Invalid Data Received From Seat Control Module J

Check engine lightUsually off
EmissionsNot relevant
Drive cycleNot required
Limp modeNo

Ford calls the module that folds the third-row seats electrically both PFSM and seat control module J (SCMJ). On 2025–2026 Expedition and Navigator its software left the seats unwilling to fold when 3L, Both or 3R was pressed, restored by a relearn in which Both is held for one minute and then five seconds more (SSM 53681), and caused misaligned upright seats after an obstruction reset (SSM 54613). Since the module halts motion on an obstruction and reports seat position, wrong data from it can confuse switch and liftgate-area logic. U054E means its frames arrive but are rejected, while U024D marks missing frames; no bulletin cites U054E itself. Expect third-row folding to stop, to move only partly or to need another relearn.

Likely causes

Power fold seat module software fault
Seat end positions lost after an obstruction event or power loss
Harness to the third-row seats damaged in the cargo area

Symptoms

  • Third-row seats do not fold or unfold electrically
  • Seats stop part-way or end up misaligned

Repair estimate

DifficultyEasyDIY possible
Parts and labour€0–500
Time0.2–2 h

Typical range across vehicles; the real cost depends on what the testing finds.

Parts involved

seat control module j

Related codes

U024DU054DU0511

References: static.nhtsa.gov, static.nhtsa.gov.