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2021 Ford Bronco recalls

NHTSA's recall file lists 20 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford Bronco. The most recent was reported on July 20, 2026. Campaigns are matched by the model names in NHTSA's records: BRONCO.

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Campaigns at a glance

Recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford Bronco, newest first
NHTSA numberReportedComponent
26V468000July 20, 2026Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood
26V299000May 12, 2026Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars
26V236000April 14, 2026Power Train › Automatic Transmission
26V124000March 3, 2026Back Over Prevention › Software
25V888000December 18, 2025Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
25V721000October 23, 2025Seats › Critical Fasteners
25V685000October 10, 2025Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater
25V455000July 7, 2025Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump
25V315000May 9, 2025Back Over Prevention › Software
25V312000May 9, 2025Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
25V025000January 17, 2025Suspension › Rear › Shock Absorber
24V635000August 23, 2024Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
23V598000August 25, 2023Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
23V358000May 18, 2023Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners
23V165000March 10, 2023Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
22V928000December 14, 2022Air Bags › Sensor › Side Impact
22V825000November 3, 2022Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera
22V411000June 10, 2022Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock
21V982000December 16, 2021Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking
21V770000October 1, 2021Air Bags › Frontal

Systems involved: Back Over Prevention (7) · Air Bags (2) · Electrical System (1) · Engine (1) · Engine And Engine Cooling (1) · Equipment (1) · Forward Collision Avoidance (1) · Fuel System, Gasoline (1) · Latches/Locks/Linkages (1) · Power Train (1) · Seat Belts (1) · Seats (1) · Structure (1) · Suspension (1)

Recall records

NHTSA 26V468000Manufacturer no. 26S55

Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood

Report received by NHTSA
July 20, 2026
Owner notification
August 5, 2026
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
565,691 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
September 23, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Components: Electrical System › Wiring › Front Underhood; Engine

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit.

Safety risk

A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2026 Bronco Raptor notified owners on 7/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2021-2025 Bronco Raptor vehicle will notify owners on or about 8/14/2026. Phase 3 will include 2021-2026 Bronco will notify owners on or about 9/1/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 23, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V468000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 26V299000Manufacturer no. 26S32

Structure › Body › Roof And Pillars

Report received by NHTSA
May 12, 2026
Owner notification
Not yet in the record
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
16,200 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
September 23, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color (MIC) hardtop roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, which can allow sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle.

Safety risk

A detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 12, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V299000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 26V236000Manufacturer no. 26S26

Power Train › Automatic Transmission

Report received by NHTSA
April 14, 2026
Owner notification
July 9, 2026
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
4,922 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
January 20, 2021 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Bronco vehicles. The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer case input splines.

Safety risk

Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 15, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V236000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 26V124000Manufacturer no. 26S09

Back Over Prevention › Software

Report received by NHTSA
March 3, 2026
Owner notification
April 13, 2026
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
849,310 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
September 20, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

Safety risk

A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 26V124000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V888000Manufacturer no. 25C72

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA
December 18, 2025
Owner notification
January 28, 2026
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
35 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
January 20, 2021 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V165. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealer will update the SYNC module software ,free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C72. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 30, 2026.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V888000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V721000Manufacturer no. 25SB5

Seats › Critical Fasteners

Report received by NHTSA
October 23, 2025
Owner notification
April 28, 2026
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
163,256 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
September 23, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.

Safety risk

A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 28, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V721000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V685000Manufacturer no. 25SA4

Equipment › Electrical › Engine Block Heater

Report received by NHTSA
October 10, 2025
Owner notification
Not yet in the record
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
59,006 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
October 1, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

Safety risk

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V685000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V455000Manufacturer no. 25S75

Fuel System, Gasoline › Delivery › Fuel Pump

Report received by NHTSA
July 7, 2025
Owner notification
July 27, 2026
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
850,318 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
July 1, 2021 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

Safety risk

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V455000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V315000Manufacturer no. 25S49

Back Over Prevention › Software

Report received by NHTSA
May 9, 2025
Owner notification
October 8, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
1,076,138 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
September 30, 2020 – Not reported
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

Safety risk

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V315000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V312000Manufacturer no. 25C14

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA
May 9, 2025
Owner notification
June 18, 2025
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
12,219 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
September 23, 2020 – May 18, 2022
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V-825. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will update SYNC module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C14.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V312000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 25V025000Manufacturer no. 25S01

Suspension › Rear › Shock Absorber

Report received by NHTSA
January 17, 2025
Owner notification
August 15, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
149,449 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
September 23, 2020 – July 23, 2024
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.

Safety risk

An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S01.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 25V025000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 24V635000Manufacturer no. 24S55

Engine And Engine Cooling › Engine › Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical

Report received by NHTSA
August 23, 2024
Owner notification
July 3, 2025
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
Units potentially affected
90,736 (whole campaign)
Build dates listed for the 2021 Ford Bronco
May 1, 2021 – October 30, 2021
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

Safety risk

A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 24V635000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V598000Manufacturer no. 23S48

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA
August 25, 2023
Owner notification
November 20, 2023
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Units potentially affected
177,402 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2018-2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2022-2023 Ford Transit, and 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera if equipped, may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

Safety risk

Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rearview camera, and update the software and wiring as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 20, 2023 to Lincoln owners. Ford vehicle owners notification letters were mailed March 4, 2024. Ford remedy parts are anticipated 2nd Quarter 2024. Ford's number for this recall is 23S48.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V598000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V358000Manufacturer no. 23C16

Seat Belts › Critical Fasteners

Report received by NHTSA
May 18, 2023
Owner notification
September 29, 2023
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Units potentially affected
175,550 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles built with the 5-Door body style. The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety risk

Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 14, 2023. Owner letters informing owners that parts are available were mailed on October 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C16.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V358000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 23V165000Manufacturer no. 23C05

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA
March 10, 2023
Owner notification
October 26, 2023
Recall initiated by
NHTSA Office of Vehicle Safety Compliance
Units potentially affected
1,651 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22V-825. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The SYNC module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C05.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 23V165000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V928000Manufacturer no. 22S77

Air Bags › Sensor › Side Impact

Report received by NHTSA
December 14, 2022
Owner notification
January 20, 2023
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
1,226 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The right or left side impact sensors may not be properly secured to the vehicle.

Safety risk

An improperly secured side impact sensor may cause the air bags to unintentionally deploy, or not to deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the side impact sensor attachments and repair, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S77.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V928000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V825000Manufacturer no. 22C27

Back Over Prevention › Sensing System › Camera

Report received by NHTSA
November 3, 2022
Owner notification
December 23, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
47,046 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with rearview camera systems and 8-inch screen displays. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

Safety risk

A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

The SYNC module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 25, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C27.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V825000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 22V411000Manufacturer no. 22S44

Latches/Locks/Linkages › Doors › Lock

Report received by NHTSA
June 10, 2022
Owner notification
June 28, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
53,103 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain four-door 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The passenger-side rear door may be opened from inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.

Safety risk

A malfunctioning child safety lock increases the risk of injury to a child occupant.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the passenger-side child safety locks door child safety lock and latch, and replace them, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S44.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 22V411000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V982000Manufacturer no. 21S52

Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking

Report received by NHTSA
December 16, 2021
Owner notification
January 21, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
839 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Components: Forward Collision Avoidance › Automatic Emergency Braking; Forward Collision Avoidance › Sensing System › Radar

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.

Safety risk

A misaligned radar module may prevent the vehicle from maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles when adaptive cruise control is active. In addition, the automatic emergency braking (AEB) system may react slowly, or not react at all, during a pre-collision assist braking event. Any of these scenarios can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will adjust the angle of the cruise control radar module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 21, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S52.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V982000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

NHTSA 21V770000Manufacturer no. 21C23

Air Bags › Frontal

Report received by NHTSA
October 1, 2021
Owner notification
April 1, 2022
Recall initiated by
Manufacturer
Units potentially affected
553 (whole campaign)
Model names in the NHTSA record
BRONCO

Defect summary

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco vehicles. During passenger air bag deployment, an air bag vent could open prematurely and result in an improper deployment. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

Safety risk

Improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the passenger air bag, free of charge. An interim owner notification letter was mailed on November 24, 2021. A second notice announcing the remedy is available was sent on July 8, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C23.

Notes in the NHTSA record

Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

Source: NHTSA recall 21V770000, filed by Ford Motor Company. View the campaign on NHTSA.gov

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