The transmission to transfer case joint is a crucial part in your Bronco that helps your engine power the wheels. In some 2021-2025 models, it was incorrectly repaired, which could cause the joint to wear out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the joint wears out, you could lose power while driving or the vehicle could roll away, increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect the transmission joint and replace it with a new one if necessary, completely free of charge. You should schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice, and we'll keep you updated on the status.
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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, were mailed June 8, 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 in your vehicle is a component that helps warm up the engine in cold temperatures. It's located near the front of the engine block.
Risk if Unfixed
If the block heater cracks and leaks coolant, it could cause an electrical short circuit, which could lead to a fire, potentially damaging your engine or other nearby components.
Free Fix
Your dealer will replace the faulty block heater with a new one, free of charge. They will also provide you with an alternative option to remove the block heater and plug the opening with a blanking plug, so you can avoid using the block heater altogether. This repair is completely free, and you should schedule it as soon as possible.
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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 high pressure fuel pump in your 2024 Bronco or Ranger is a critical part that helps deliver fuel to your engine. If it's not properly secured, it could leak fuel.
Risk if Unfixed
If there's a fuel leak and a spark, your vehicle could catch fire, causing significant damage and potentially putting you and others at risk.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty mounting bolts for the high pressure fuel pump at no cost to you. They'll do this fix for 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 2024 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump may not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S90.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:FLUID/LUBRICANT:VALVES/VALVE BODY
Manufacturer
Ford Motor Company
What Happened
The transmission valve body in your F-150, Bronco, Ranger, Mustang, Explorer, or Aviator is a critical part that helps your transmission switch gears smoothly. However, in some 2024-2025 models, it was machined incorrectly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the valve body fails, you could accidentally shift into reverse while driving forward, or vice versa. This unexpected movement increases the risk of a crash, putting you and others on the road in danger.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty valve body with a new one, free of charge. This repair will be done as soon as you schedule it after receiving your recall notice.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 F-150, Bronco, 2024 Ranger, 2025 Mustang, Explorer, and Aviator vehicles. The transmission valve body may have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S19.
Your 2024-2025 Ford Bronco has a recall notice for the front lower control arm fasteners. This part helps keep the control arm attached to the frame.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm detaches, you could lose control of your vehicle while driving, which could lead to a crash.
Free Fix
Don't drive your vehicle until it's fixed. Take it to a Ford dealership, and they'll inspect and tighten the fasteners for free. If needed, they'll replace any loose or missing fasteners at no cost to you.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front lower control arm fasteners may not have been tightened properly, allowing the control arm to detach from the frame.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and verify that the lower control arm fasteners are tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the fastener. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S48.
The front upper control arm in your Bronco or Ranger is a critical part that connects the suspension to the steering system. In some 2024-2025 models, the ball joint that holds it in place might be loose or missing.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm comes loose, you could lose control of your vehicle, making it hard to steer. This could lead to a crash, especially on the highway or at high speeds.
Free Fix
Your authorized Ford dealer will inspect and tighten or replace the ball joint fastener for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you receive the recall notice to ensure your safety on the road.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint fastener may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S45.
The rear shock absorbers in your Bronco help stabilize your vehicle's ride. In some 2021-2024 models, these absorbers can corrode and fail, causing problems.
Risk if Unfixed
If the shock absorbers fail, the external reservoir can break loose and become a hazard on the road. This could lead to a crash if another driver hits it.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will replace the faulty rear shock absorbers with new ones, for free. You should schedule this repair as soon as you get the recall notice, to keep your vehicle safe.
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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.
The upper control arm ball joint is a crucial part in your front suspension system, connecting the control arm to the knuckle assembly. In certain 2024 Rangers and 2024-2025 Broncos, the nut that holds this joint in place might not have been tightened properly, which could lead to a serious issue.
Risk if Unfixed
If the control arm comes loose, you could lose steering and control of your vehicle, making it harder to stay on the road and increasing the risk of a crash.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will check the ball joint fastener to make sure it's tightened correctly. If it's loose or missing, they'll replace the ball joint and possibly the knuckle assembly, all for free. You should schedule the repair as soon as you get the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Ranger, and 2024-2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may not have been installed or tightened properly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 20, 2024. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S64.
The rear quarter glass panels on your Bronco or Bronco Heritage are the windows that connect the hard top to the rear of your vehicle. In some 2023-2024 models, they might not be securely attached.
Risk if Unfixed
If the glass panels detach while you're driving, they could become a hazard on the road and increase the risk of a crash, which could harm you and others.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and fix the rear glass panels on your Bronco, or replace the rear left-hand panel on your Bronco Heritage, at no cost to you. You should schedule the repair when you receive the recall notice.
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Original — What Happened
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bronco and Bronco Heritage vehicles. The rear quarter glass panels may have been improperly installed to the vehicle hard top, which can allow them to detach.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
Detached rear glass panels may create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect and reinstall the rear glass panels on Bronco vehicles. On Bronco Heritage vehicles, dealers will replace the rear left-hand removable quarter glass panel. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Bronco owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2024. Bronco Heritage owner letters were mailed June 12, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S10.
The pivot bolt is a crucial part that keeps your front seat securely in place. In some 2024-2026 Rangers and Broncos, this bolt might be loose or even fall out.
Risk if Unfixed
If the bolt comes loose, your seat might not keep you safe in a crash. You could be at risk of serious injury.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will check and replace the pivot links and bolts if they're loose or missing — at no cost to you. This repair will make sure your seat is secure, 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 2024-2026 Ranger and 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 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.
The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) in your Ford Bronco or Edge handles the rearview camera system. In some 2021-2024 models, this module can overheat and stop working, causing a blank rearview camera screen.
Risk if Unfixed
If the rearview camera image doesn't appear, you'll have a reduced view behind your vehicle, which could increase the risk of a crash when backing up.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the APIM software for free, or you can get an over-the-air update. This will ensure your rearview camera works properly, and it won't cost you a thing.
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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 2024 Ford Bronco may have a problem with the child safety lock on the left-side rear door. If this lock is turned on, the door can open from the inside of the vehicle.
Risk if Unfixed
If the child safety lock doesn't work properly, it can cause the rear door to open unexpectedly, increasing the risk of injury.
Free Fix
Ford will inspect and replace the rear door latch for free, at a dealership of your choice. You should contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332 for more information and to schedule the repair, which is already being mailed to you.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco vehicles. The left-side rear door may be opened from the inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the child safety locks and replace the rear door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S15. This recall expands previous recall number 24V-189.
The rearview camera system in your vehicle is a critical safety feature that shows you what's behind your car when you're in reverse. In certain models, a software glitch can cause the camera image to freeze or not display at all.
Risk if Unfixed
If the camera image isn't working, you'll lose a crucial view of what's behind your vehicle, making it harder to spot pedestrians, cars, or other obstacles. This increases the risk of a crash, especially when reversing in tight spaces or on uneven terrain.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will update the software for the rearview camera system with the latest version, free of charge. This will give you a clear and reliable view behind your vehicle once again. You should schedule the update as soon as you receive the notification letter.
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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.
The child safety lock on your Bronco's left rear door is designed to keep kids from opening the door accidentally. In some 2023-2024 models, this lock might not work as intended, letting the door open unexpectedly.
Risk if Unfixed
If the child safety lock fails, the rear door could open while the vehicle is in motion, which could lead to a child falling out of the vehicle and getting hurt.
Free Fix
Your Ford dealer will inspect and replace the rear door latch if needed, at no cost to you, as soon as you receive and schedule the repair based on the recall notice you received on April 9, 2024.
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Bronco 4-door vehicles. The left-side rear door may be opened from the inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.
Original — Risk if Unfixed
A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.
Original — Remedy
Dealers will inspect the child safety locks and replace the rear door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S15.
