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2026 Ford Bronco recalls

NHTSA's September 21, 2026 snapshot lists 9 safety recall campaigns for the 2026 Ford Bronco, spanning 8 component groups. A model match does not confirm that a specific VIN is included.

Official source: NHTSA recall campaign file · Snapshot September 21, 2026

Distinct campaigns9not VIN-specific
Component groups8distinct top-level categories
Latest recordSeptember 9, 2026report received
VIN resultNot checkeduse official lookup

01 / OFFICIAL CAMPAIGNS

2026 Ford Bronco recall campaigns

The 2026 Ford Bronco report contains 9 distinct NHTSA campaigns; the most recently received record is campaign 26V580000 dated September 9, 2026.
CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 26V580000

Component
AIR BAGS
Report received
September 9, 2026
Potential units
2,711campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 15, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in October 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 NHTSA.gov on September 10, 2026.

Owner notification: Date not reported · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 26V548000

Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Report received
August 25, 2026
Potential units
10,001campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.

Owner notification: Date not reported · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 26V468000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Report received
July 20, 2026
Potential units
565,691campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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.

Owner notification: August 5, 2026 · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 26V403000

Component
STRUCTURE
Report received
June 24, 2026
Potential units
36,046campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.

Why it matters: 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 NHTSA.gov beginning August 7, 2026.

Owner notification: September 1, 2026 · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 26V343000

Component
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Report received
May 27, 2026
Potential units
1,536campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 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 26S35. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

Owner notification: Date not reported · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 26V335000

Component
EQUIPMENT
Report received
May 26, 2026
Potential units
268campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.".

Why it matters: 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 NHTSA.gov on May 28, 2026.

Owner notification: June 3, 2026 · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 26V268000

Component
SEATS
Report received
April 28, 2026
Potential units
179,698campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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 NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.

Owner notification: May 22, 2026 · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 26V124000

Component
BACK OVER PREVENTION
Report received
March 3, 2026
Potential units
849,310campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: 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.

Why it matters: 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.

Owner notification: April 13, 2026 · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

CAMPAIGN

NHTSA 25V788000

Component
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Report received
November 14, 2025
Potential units
229,609campaign-wide
Defect and consequence

Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.

Why it matters: 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.

Owner notification: December 4, 2025 · Filing manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

02 / COMPONENT BREADTH

What defects are listed for the 2026 Ford Bronco?

The most frequent component groups in 2026 Ford Bronco campaign records are Electrical System (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Back Over Prevention (1), Seats (1), Equipment (1); these counts describe filed campaigns rather than observed failure rates.
Electrical System2
Engine And Engine Cooling2
Back Over Prevention1
Seats1
Equipment1

03 / MODEL-YEAR CONTEXT

How the 2026 Ford Bronco compares across model years

RecallRoad publishes 6 model-year reports for the Ford Bronco, spanning 2021–2026; each year keeps its NHTSA campaign count separate.
Open the complete Ford Bronco model history →