2026 Ford Bronco recalls

There are 10 safety recalls on record for the 2026 Ford Bronco, covering 1,875,626 vehicles in total across all the models in each campaign. Newest first.

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Visibility: windshield wiper/washerReported November 2, 2026 · 330 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Bronco vehicles. A wiper arm nut on the driver-side may loosen, causing the windshield wipers to detach.
Risk: A loss of driver-side wiper function can reduce driver visibility in certain weather conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the wipers, tighten the wiper arm nut, and replace the wiper arms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S82. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on November 6, 2026.

Recall number 26V725000 · Recall details

Air bags: side/window: curtainReported September 9, 2026 · 2,711 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Bronco vehicles. The mounting bracket on the right-hand-side side curtain air bag may have a metal burr that can tear the air bag during deployment.
Risk: A torn air bag may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will increase the space between the bracket and air bag to remove the contact condition, free of charge. Owner notification letters were October 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S64. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on September 10, 2026.

Recall number 26V580000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanicalReported August 25, 2026 · 10,427 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on August 28, 2026.

Recall number 26V548000 · Recall details

Electrical system: wiring: front underhoodReported July 20, 2026 · 565,691 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
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 on July 23, 2026.

Recall number 26V468000 · Recall details

Structure: bodyReported June 24, 2026 · 36,046 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S47. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on beginning August 7, 2026.

Recall number 26V403000 · Recall details

Engine and engine cooling: engine: hard parts internal/mechanicalReported May 27, 2026 · 1,536 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Risk: A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S35. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on May 28, 2026.

Recall number 26V343000 · Recall details

Equipment: other: labelsReported May 26, 2026 · 268 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The vehicle specifications listed on the tire placard and safety certification labels may be incorrect, including the VIN, capacity weight, seating capacity, front and rear gross axle weight rating (GAWR), tire and rim dimensions, and recommended cold tire pressure. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims" and 49 CFR Part 567, "Certification."
Risk: The incorrect tire size, tire pressures, and GAWR listed on the labels can allow the vehicle to be overloaded or have improperly inflated tires, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the certification and TREAD labels, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C24. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on on May 28, 2026.

Recall number 26V335000 · Recall details

Seats: critical fastenersReported April 28, 2026 · 179,698 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
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 May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on beginning April 30, 2026.

Recall number 26V268000 · Recall details

Back over prevention: softwareReported March 3, 2026 · 849,310 vehicles affected

What is wrong: 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.
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 on March 5, 2026.

Recall number 26V124000 · Recall details

Electrical system: instrument cluster/panelReported November 14, 2025 · 229,609 vehicles affected

What is wrong: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1‑866‑436‑7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC3.

Recall number 25V788000 · Recall details

Questions about the 2026 Ford Bronco recalls

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How many recalls does the 2026 Ford Bronco have?

10, covering visibility, air bags and engine and engine cooling.

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