That looks to be the case per Ford docs. If it worked with just the BT connection, I'd be good. But I'm not installing the stalkerware(Fordpass) and I'm going to disable the modem. Those are given. If Ford wants to sell my privacy, they can compensate me for it. I won't give it away. And yes, since you ask, I routinely put my phone in airplane mode to make it harder for Apple and Verizon to stalk me. The phone is for me to make calls, not for anyone to bother me at any time for no good reason. Voicemail has a purpose.
Since my two favorite features are the key(801a FTW) and the keypad, keeping my 2020 another year is looking really good. Let's see what '26 brings. I can always buy a '25 if mine ***** the bed.
