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2023 FORD BRONCO SPORT Official Safety Recalls

Source: National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA)

32 Recalls Recorded
NHTSA: 26V468000
Report Date: July 20, 2026

ENGINE

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~565,691 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 26V403000
Report Date: June 24, 2026

STRUCTURE:BODY

Defect Description:

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

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~36,046 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 26V340000 Do Not Drive Advisory
Report Date: May 27, 2026

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge.Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.

~4,653 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 26V236000
Report Date: April 14, 2026

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

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.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 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.

~4,922 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 26V124000
Report Date: March 03, 2026

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / 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.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~849,310 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V721000
Report Date: October 23, 2025

SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. 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.

~163,256 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V685000
Report Date: October 10, 2025

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~59,006 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V685000
Report Date: October 10, 2025

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~59,006 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V467000
Report Date: July 11, 2025

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will update the engine control software. In addition, dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail assembly and fuel injectors, free of charge. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the final 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 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.

~694,271 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V455000
Report Date: July 07, 2025

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

~850,318 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V442000
Report Date: June 27, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

~200,237 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V273000
Report Date: May 14, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco vehicles. The 360-degree view camera may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S48. This recall expands previous recall number 23V-598.

~128,889 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V315000
Report Date: May 09, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~1,076,138 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V165000
Report Date: March 14, 2025

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.

~33,576 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V158000
Report Date: March 14, 2025

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S26.

~48,041 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V025000
Report Date: January 17, 2025

SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~149,449 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 25V019000
Report Date: January 17, 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The 12-volt battery may experience degradation and suddenly fail.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the 12-volt battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S02. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under 24V-267 and will need to have the new remedy completed.

~272,817 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 24V594000
Report Date: August 09, 2024

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S51.

~86,852 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 24V267000
Report Date: April 12, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.

~456,565 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 24V223000
Report Date: March 22, 2024

TIRES

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles. The tires may have been manufactured incorrectly, which may result in a loss of vehicle handling and control.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S20.

~115 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 24V189000
Report Date: March 08, 2024

LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~9,847 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 24V187000
Report Date: March 08, 2024

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 24, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-859.

~42,652 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 24V142000
Report Date: February 23, 2024

VISIBILITY:GLASS, SIDE/REAR

Defect Description:

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.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Detached rear glass panels may create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~7,875 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 23V546000
Report Date: August 03, 2023

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:PARK PAWL

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco vehicles. The transmission park system may have been damaged during assembly, which can prevent the parking pawl from fully engaging and result in a vehicle rollaway.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A vehicle rollaway can increase the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will replace the transmission, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 11, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S44.

NHTSA: 23V379000
Report Date: May 26, 2023

EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

Safety Hazard / Risk:

An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Ford will mail a new TREAD label to install over the existing label, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the new label installed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C18.

~29,607 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 23V358000
Report Date: May 18, 2023

SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Defect Description:

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."

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer 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.

~175,550 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 23V283000 Do Not Drive Advisory
Report Date: April 20, 2023

WHEELS:LUGS/NUTS/BOLTS/STUDS

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The lug nuts on the driver's side wheels may have been improperly tightened.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Loose lug nuts may result in wheel detachment while driving, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect, and if necessary, retighten the lug nuts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S17.

~1,434 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 23V155000
Report Date: March 08, 2023

STEERING

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Wildtrak and 2022 Bronco Raptor vehicles. Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock-up.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A steering wheel that locks-up can result in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S09.

~343 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 23V070000
Report Date: February 10, 2023

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."

Safety Hazard / Risk:

The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.

~1,138 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 23V021000
Report Date: January 23, 2023

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles. Valves inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing an internal ABS module leak.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A leak inside the ABS module can cause an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel or unexpected movement during an Auto Hold event, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will replace the ABS Module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S01.

~801 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 22V859000
Report Date: November 18, 2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

Safety Hazard / Risk:

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st Quarter of 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S73. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 22V-191. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-191 will need to have the new remedy performed.

~521,746 vehicles impacted
NHTSA: 22V686000
Report Date: September 14, 2022

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE

Defect Description:

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

Safety Hazard / Risk:

Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

Authorized Manufacturer Remedy:

Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C22.

~86,050 vehicles impacted

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