Your vehicle's automatic transmission may have a misaligned joint that can cause wear and tear on some of its internal parts.
Risk if Unfixed
If this isn't fixed, it could cause your vehicle to lose power or roll away while parked, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will inspect and replace the transmission and transfer case, if necessary, free of charge, and you'll be notified by mail when the repair is available.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed April 27, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in July 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.
The engine block heater is a device that warms up your engine on cold days. It's usually connected to your vehicle's electrical system. In some 2016-2024 Ford models, this heater can crack and cause a coolant leak when you plug it in.
Risk if Unfixed
If the engine block heater develops a coolant leak and shorts, it could cause a fire, which is a serious safety risk.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty engine block heater for free. They will also offer an alternative solution where they can remove the block heater and give you a blanking plug to seal the hole. The repair is complimentary, and you should schedule it once you receive your recall notice.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Original — 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.
The low-pressure fuel pump in your vehicle is responsible for delivering gasoline to your engine. In certain models, this pump could fail and stop working properly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the pump fails while you're driving, your engine could stall without warning, which could increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
You'll receive a recall notice with instructions on what to do next. Once the fix is available, your dealer will replace the faulty pump with a new one, free of charge.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
The remedy is under development. Interim notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 16, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated 2nd Quarter 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The engine intake valves in your vehicle are responsible for letting air into your engine. In some 2021-2022 Ford models with 2.7L or 3.0L engines, these valves can break while driving, causing engine failure.
Risk if Unfixed
If the intake valves break, your engine could seize up, leaving you stranded on the road without power. This could increase the risk of a crash, especially if you're on the highway or in heavy traffic.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will run a special test on your engine and replace it if necessary, all at no cost to you. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the recall notice and call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with any questions.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, causing the external reservoir to detach.
Risk if Unfixed
If the reservoir detaches, it can become a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers for free, and you should contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 to schedule an appointment.
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Original — What Happened
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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's seat belt latch plates might be hard to find and use when they're in their storage position, which is a safety issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If it's hard to access your seat belts, you or your passengers might not wear them, which makes a crash more likely to cause injury.
Free Fix
Ford will add a small clip to your seat belts for free to make them easier to use, and they've already sent you a letter to let you know.
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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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
Original — 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.
Your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco may have a problem with the side impact sensors that help deploy the airbags. The sensors may not be securely attached to the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the sensors aren't working properly, the airbags might not protect you in a crash, or they might deploy unexpectedly, which could lead to injury.
Free Fix
A Ford dealership will inspect and fix the sensors for free, so you don't need to pay a thing.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
Your 2021 Bronco's passenger air bag vent might open too early, affecting air bag deployment. Ford needs to replace it to ensure your safety.
Risk if Unfixed
If the air bag deploys improperly, you could be at higher risk of injury in a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will replace the passenger air bag at no cost to you. You've already received two notices, but you can contact Ford at 1-866-436-7332 or use their recall number 21C23.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's front seats have a loose or dislodged bolt that can affect seat stability and safety.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolt is not secure, you risk injury if the seat doesn't properly restrain you in a crash.
Free Fix
Ford will replace the pivot links and bolts for free, to ensure your seat is safe and secure.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the pivot links and bolts, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed November 6, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available. 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.
The hardtop roof of your Bronco is made up of several panels that fit together. Unfortunately, some of these panels may not have been properly attached, which could cause them to detach while driving.
Risk if Unfixed
If a section of the roof detaches, it could become a road hazard, and if another driver hits it, it could cause a collision.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and replace the hard top if necessary, at no cost to you. You should schedule the inspection as soon as you get the recall notice, and you'll be notified again when the fix is ready, likely in November of this year.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk are expected to be mailed May 27, 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.
The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) in your Ford Bronco or Edge is a computer chip that helps your rearview camera work properly. In some 2021-2026 models, this chip can get too hot and shut down, causing the camera image to not show up.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview camera doesn't display an image, you'll have a reduced view of what's behind your vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash when you're reversing.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the APIM software for free, or you can get the update done remotely through an over-the-air update. You'll get a notification letter with instructions on how to schedule the repair.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's rearview camera system may still show the image after you shift out of reverse gear.
Risk if Unfixed
This could distract you while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
We will update the software for your SYNC infotainment screen for free at the dealership.
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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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's rearview camera system was recently repaired, but it still might be showing the camera image after you've shifted out of reverse gear. This is a problem because it's not supposed to work that way.
Risk if Unfixed
If your rearview image keeps displaying after you've shifted out of reverse, you might get distracted and increase the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
A Ford dealership will update the software on your SYNC infotainment screen for free, so you can stay safe on the road.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
The software that controls your rearview camera might not show you what's behind your vehicle when you're in reverse.
Risk if Unfixed
If the camera image freezes or doesn't appear, you'll have a reduced view of the area behind your vehicle, which could increase the risk of a collision.
Free Fix
Your dealer will update the software for your vehicle's APIM system, and you'll receive a notification when the update is available. If you don't have an over-the-air update option, the dealer will do it for you, free of charge.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle may have a problem with the rearview camera. The camera might not show you what's behind you when you put the car in reverse.
Risk if Unfixed
If this happens, you might not see what's behind you, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
You'll get a free repair at the dealership, where they'll replace the camera and update the software and wiring to fix the issue.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's rearview camera may still show the image after you've stopped backing up, which can be distracting and increase the risk of a crash.
Risk if Unfixed
This can cause you to be distracted while driving, which may lead to a crash.
Free Fix
A free update will be done by a dealer or sent to your vehicle's computer to fix this issue, and you'll be notified by mail with instructions on how to proceed.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
Your vehicle's rearview camera may not turn off properly after you shift out of reverse, showing a picture of the area behind your vehicle even when you're moving forward.
Risk if Unfixed
This could distract you while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
A free software update will be applied to your vehicle's SYNC system by a dealership, or it can be done remotely through an over-the-air update.
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Original — What Happened
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."
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
There's a problem with your vehicle's child safety lock on the passenger-side rear door. It might not work properly, allowing the door to open from inside the vehicle even when the lock is on.
Risk if Unfixed
If the child safety lock doesn't work right, it could cause an injury to a child inside the vehicle.
Free Fix
Ford will inspect and replace the child safety lock on your passenger-side rear door for free. They'll contact you with a letter to schedule the fix, and you can also call them at 1-866-436-7332 if you have any questions or want to speed up the process.
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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.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A malfunctioning child safety lock increases the risk of injury to a child occupant.
Original — 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.
The radar module in your 2021 Ranger or Bronco is like a pair of eyes that help your vehicle stay a safe distance from other cars. During production, it wasn't installed correctly, so it can't see the road ahead clearly.
Risk if Unfixed
If your radar module is misaligned, your vehicle might not leave enough space between you and the car in front of you, even when using adaptive cruise control. This could slow down your automatic emergency braking system, or make it not work at all - increasing your risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will adjust the radar module's angle so it can see the road ahead correctly - at no cost to you. This adjustment is free, and you should schedule it as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
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.
Original — 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.
