Is the 2026 FORD Bronco safe to drive?

The 2026 FORD Bronco has 1 open safety recall. While the vehicle may still be driven, owners should contact an authorized dealership to schedule free repairs for any outstanding recalls. Some recalls, especially those classified as critical or high severity, may pose significant safety risks.

NHTSA Campaign 26V124000 Recall Details

What This Recall Means

Component

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

What Happened

The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) is a computer that helps your Bronco or Edge show the image from your rearview camera. In some 2021-2024 models, this module can overheat and shut down, making the camera image disappear.

Risk if Unfixed

If your rearview camera image doesn't show up, you'll have a reduced view of what's behind your vehicle, which can increase the risk of a crash.

How to Get This Fixed

Free Fix

Your Ford dealer will update the APIM software for free, or you can get an over-the-air update at home. Either way, this service is complimentary, and you should schedule it when you receive the recall notice.

Is YOUR vehicle affected?

This page lists the models and model years named in NHTSA campaign #26V124000. Matching a model and year on this list does not prove an individual vehicle is affected — some vehicles in an affected model year are never part of the recall population. The authoritative way to know is a VIN check against NHTSA's own records.

Campaign 26V124000

What This Recall Means

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

How to Get This Fixed

Affected Vehicles

Is YOUR vehicle affected?