Feature Highlight: Ford BlueCruise Software Updates
Software update IPMA-24.204.8.27 starting in summer 2024
What Ford BlueCruise Does
Available Ford BlueCruise* helps make highway driving less stressful and more enjoyable over long road trips, daily commutes, or in stop-and-go traffic. BlueCruise enables hands-free highway driving on 97% of controlled-access highways (interstates, freeways, expressways) in areas called hands-free Blue Zones across the U.S. and Canada. Built on existing technologies like Adaptive Cruise Control and Lane Centering Assist, Ford BlueCruise works collaboratively with the driver, helping reduce fatigue while allowing the driver to remain in control.
Which Vehicles Are Receiving This Software Update
Vehicles eligible to receive BlueCruise 1.3:
- Mustang Mach-E® model years 2021–2023
Please note this is a phased rollout. Not all customers will receive this software update at the same time.
Check your vehicle’s BlueCruise availability.
What’s Included in This Software Update
See what to expect from BlueCruise 1.3 — which also includes the benefits of version 1.2.
| Enhancements | BlueCruise 1.0 | BlueCruise 1.2 | BlueCruise 1.3 |
| Hands-free highway driving |  | | |
| Lane Change Assist — Use your turn signal to initiate a lane change and BlueCruise will do so when the coast is clear | | | |
| In-Lane Repositioning — subtly shifts you away from vehicles in adjacent lanes | | | |
| Hand-free mode engagement improvements compared to BlueCruise 1.0 | 5X longer | ||
| Significantly improved performance including around curves and narrow lanes | |
This is a non-drivable software update, which means your vehicle must be parked to receive it. To help ensure you get this update as soon as possible, make sure your automatic updates are on and you set a recurring schedule. Learn how to schedule software updates for your vehicle.
You can find more details about this latest software update on your in-vehicle touchscreen by selecting Settings > Software Update. You can also find details in your FordPass® App** account under Vehicle > Settings > Software Updates. Please note availability of the software update series and features varies by model and is subject to change.
How to Activate BlueCruise in Your Vehicle
Visit our BlueCruise support page for step-by-step BlueCruise activation instructions.
Related Topics
How to Use Ford BlueCruise Hands-Free Highway Driving
Visit the BlueCruise Main Page
Software Update FAQs
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*Available feature on select vehicles. BlueCruise requires an active plan or trial — see ford.com/bluecruise for details. Terms apply. BlueCruise is a driver-assist feature and does not replace safe driving or driver’s attention, judgment or need to control the vehicle. Only remove hands in a Hands-Free Blue Zone. Always watch the road and be prepared to resume control. See Owner’s Manual for details and limitations.
**FordPass® App, compatible with select smartphone platforms, is available via a download. Message and data rates apply.