Vehicle data collection - how to turn off?

[AZ Tremor]

I suddenly get this alert every time I turn on the ignition.
Never got this for 3 years.
I have turned off the automatic updates.
Also turned off SYNC Analytics and Diagnostics.
No luck. Still get alert.
Any ideas?.

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[airline tech]

I suspect its coming from Ford Pass itself.

Possibly - You have authorized Ford Pass, but Ford Pass cannot see the info - mismatch of info.
In a nutshell its Fords way of forcing you to Turn It On, if you do not want it - log into your account and change the selections to off (Ford Pass)

I do not know if this will - Kill - Remote Start (via) Ford Pass though.

 

[Jason B]

I get that message only when I forget my phone. Otherwise, the info collected is relayed thru the phone, not thru the truck's modem. Only way to be sure is to disconnect the onboard modem of the truck.

 

[5thranger]

I suddenly get this alert every time I turn on the ignition.
Never got this for 3 years.
I have turned off the automatic updates.
Also turned off SYNC Analytics and Diagnostics.
No luck. Still get alert.
Any ideas?.

On the last screen you show where it says submit feedback have you submitted any? I get the first screen all the time thought it had something to do with phone not being paired to truck.

 

[AZ Tremor]

On the last screen you show where it says submit feedback have you submitted any? I get the first screen all the time thought it had something to do with phone not being paired to truck.

Have not. Tried the chat feature in the app. No joy on the weekend. Sad. I’ll try tomorrow.

 

[FunInTheSun]

I suddenly get this alert every time I turn on the ignition.
Never got this for 3 years.
I have turned off the automatic updates.
Also turned off SYNC Analytics and Diagnostics.
No luck. Still get alert.
Any ideas?.

I have gotten this off and on ever since the truck was new. I was kind of concerned because, like you, I have all the data collection settings turned off.
I’ve never activated FordPass, and I don’t have the keyless entry, etc. i have to use the actual hardware key to start my truck.

i’ve never activated the WiFi thethering / hotspot, but I don’t know if Ford has it’s own cellular data account, and collects this data on their own dime. I never gave my permission for telemetry (that I know of), and I really dislike this intrision.

I have found out where the telemetry modem module is, and I’ve considered installing a kill switch or just flat disconnecting it. I don’t use the hotspot.

I also don’t want Sirius XM, and really HATE that it’s the default signal source on the stereo.

 

[AZ Tremor]

I have gotten this off and on ever since the truck was new. I was kind of concerned because, like you, I have all the data collection settings turned off.
I’ve never activated FordPass, and I don’t have the keyless entry, etc. i have to use the actual hardware key to start my truck.

i’ve never activated the WiFi thethering / hotspot, but I don’t know if Ford has it’s own cellular data account, and collects this data on their own dime. I never gave my permission for telemetry (that I know of), and I really dislike this intrision.

I have found out where the telemetry modem module is, and I’ve considered installing a kill switch or just flat disconnecting it. I don’t use the hotspot.

I also don’t want Sirius XM, and really HATE that it’s the default signal source on the stereo.

Yeah, I’m not so worried on the data intrusion, but the fact that the screen pops every single time is REALLY annoying. But no other problems so I guess I should count myself lucky.

 

[Jason B]

I have gotten this off and on ever since the truck was new. I was kind of concerned because, like you, I have all the data collection settings turned off.
I’ve never activated FordPass, and I don’t have the keyless entry, etc. i have to use the actual hardware key to start my truck.

i’ve never activated the WiFi thethering / hotspot, but I don’t know if Ford has it’s own cellular data account, and collects this data on their own dime. I never gave my permission for telemetry (that I know of), and I really dislike this intrision.

I have found out where the telemetry modem module is, and I’ve considered installing a kill switch or just flat disconnecting it. I don’t use the hotspot.

I also don’t want Sirius XM, and really HATE that it’s the default signal source on the stereo.

You don't need to activate the data plan for it to do the things it does, like using the Ford Pass app for remote features. If you have signed up for the app, you gave permission for data collection. I'm not sure what happens if you didn't, but I have a feeling it's somewhere in the purchase contract.

 

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[Cabose-1]

It's the only way to stop it.

 

[Msfitoy]

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It's the only way to stop it.

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