2025 Ford Bronco: recalls and complaints
NHTSA advisory: do not driveCampaign 25V308000. NHTSA received the report on . 3 units. Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Lower Arm
Remedy of campaign 25V308000, in the NHTSA record
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.
NHTSA advisory: do not driveCampaign 25V260000. NHTSA received the report on . 2 units. Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball Joint
Remedy of campaign 25V260000, in the NHTSA record
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. 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. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in April 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S40.
Do-not-drive advisory: A mark on a recall campaign in the NHTSA recall file. This site shows the mark as NHTSA sets it.
NHTSA lists 19 recall campaigns for the 2025 Ford Bronco. The newest campaign is 26V468000. NHTSA received the report on 20 Jul 2026. The NHTSA record gives the component Engine. NHTSA has no complaint on file for this model year.
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Remedy of the newest campaign, 26V468000, in the NHTSA record
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.
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Recall campaigns
19 campaigns, newest first. 2,264,697 units in total.
- 26V468000Engine
- 26V403000Structure / Body
- 26V343000Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
- 26V268000Seats / Critical Fasteners
- 26V236000Power Train / Automatic Transmission
- 26V122000Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System / Emission Control / Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
- 26V124000Back Over Prevention / Software
- 25V823000Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Power Assist / Electric / Control Module
- 25V788000Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
- 25V683000Visibility / Windshield
- 25V488000Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Power Assist / Electric / Control Module / Software
- 25V397000Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Lock
- 25V396000Air Bags / Frontal
- 25V310000Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball Joint
- 25V308000Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Lower ArmAdvisory
- 25V311000Seats / Critical Fasteners
- 25V260000Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball JointAdvisory
- 25V164000Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Fluid/Lubricant / Valves/Valve Body
- 24V770000Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball Joint
26V468000Received . 565,691 units.
Engine
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S55. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
26V403000Received . 36,046 units.
Structure / Body
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S47. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
26V343000Received . 1,536 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling / Engine / Hard Parts Internal/Mechanical
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A sudden loss of drive power can increase the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S35.
26V268000Received . 179,698 units.
Seats / Critical Fasteners
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S30. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
26V236000Received . 4,922 units.
Power Train / Automatic Transmission
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S26. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
26V122000Received . 47,804 units.
Engine and Engine Cooling / Exhaust System / Emission Control / Gas Recirculation Valve (Egr Valve)
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 31, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S10. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
26V124000Received . 849,310 units.
Back Over Prevention / Software
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
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, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 26S09. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V823000Received . 679 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Power Assist / Electric / Control Module
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the electronic brake booster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 26, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SD4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on December 3, 2025.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25SD4. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V788000Received . 229,609 units.
Electrical System / Instrument Cluster/Panel
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25SC3. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V683000Received . 9 units.
Visibility / Windshield
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. During manufacturing, the windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, allowing it to detach in a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 212, "Windshield Mounting."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will remove and replace the windshield, free charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 20, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C52. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 14, 2025.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25C52. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V488000Received . 312,120 units.
Service Brakes, Hydraulic / Power Assist / Electric / Control Module / Software
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Lincoln Navigator, F-150, Expedition, Bronco, and Ranger vehicles. The Electronic Brake Booster (EBB) module may malfunction while driving or when the driver is utilizing an Advanced Driver Assistance System (ADAS) feature, resulting in a loss of power brake assist.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash. Additionally, a loss of power brake assist while ADAS features are engaged can result in the vehicle not braking as expected, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
The EBB module software will be updated over-the-air (OTA) or by a dealer, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on August 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S77.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S77. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V397000Received . 27,768 units.
Latches/Locks/Linkages / Doors / Lock
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco four-door vehicles. The left-hand rear door may be able to be opened from inside the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect and replace the rear door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 27, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S64.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S64. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V396000Received . 2,272 units.
Air Bags / Frontal
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco vehicles. The active vent flap on the passenger side may prevent the air bag from deploying as intended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C27.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25C27. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V310000Received . 4,497 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball Joint
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S45. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V308000Received . 3 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Lower ArmDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S48. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V311000Received . 46 units.
Seats / Critical Fasteners
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The bolts that secure the driver's seat frame to the body may be loose or missing. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 207, "Seating Systems."
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Dealers will inspect the seat fasteners and tighten or install new fasteners 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 25C16.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25C16. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V260000Received . 2 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball JointDo-not-drive advisory
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco vehicles. The front upper control arm ball joint nut may be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. 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. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed in April 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S40.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S40. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
25V164000Received . 269 units.
Power Train / Automatic Transmission / Fluid/Lubricant / Valves/Valve Body
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 25S19. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
24V770000Received . 2,416 units.
Suspension / Front / Control Arm / Upper Ball Joint
- Defect, in the NHTSA record
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.
- Consequence, in the NHTSA record
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy, in the NHTSA record
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.
Report filed by Ford Motor Company. Manufacturer campaign number 24S64. Owner notification date in the NHTSA record: .
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Units: The number of vehicles or products that a recall can include. The manufacturer or the firm reports the number to the agency.
Complaints by component
The NHTSA complaint file has no complaint for this model year.
Investigations
The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.
Investigation: A study of a possible safety defect by the NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. An investigation with no closing date in the NHTSA file is open.
Other model years
The number under each year is the number of recall campaigns.
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- 19690
- 19701
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- 19751
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- 19802
- 19810
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- 202120
- 202223
- 202318
- 202416
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A year without a link has fewer than 2 campaigns and fewer than 25 complaints. It has no page.
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Official channels
- NHTSA VIN lookupNHTSA shows the unrepaired recalls of one vehicle from its VIN or its license plate.
- NHTSA: report a safety problemThe NHTSA form for a complaint about a vehicle, a tire, a child seat or equipment.
- NHTSA page of the 2025 Ford BroncoThe recalls, the complaints and the investigations that NHTSA shows for this model year.
Cite this page
Recall Register. 2025 Ford Bronco: recalls and complaints. https://recallregister.com/vehicle/ford/bronco/2025/. Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation, recall, complaint and investigation files. Data through .
Sources
- Source
- NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
- Licence
- US government work, public domain
- Recall file through
- 30 Sep 2026
- Complaint file through
- 29 Mar 2018
- First complaint in the file
- 1 Jan 1995
- Manufacturer in the recall file
- Ford Motor Company
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Questions
- How many units are in the recall campaigns for the 2025 Ford Bronco?
- 2,264,697 units in 19 campaigns. A campaign can name other models and model years, and its units include them.
- How many recall campaigns does the Ford Bronco have for all model years?
- NHTSA lists 83 recall campaigns for the Ford Bronco, model years 1967 to 2026. 19 of them name the 2025 model year.
- Is an NHTSA investigation of the 2025 Ford Bronco open?
- The NHTSA investigation file has no investigation that names this model year.