Ford Bronco Sport recalls

32 official safety recalls for the Ford Bronco Sport from NHTSA (United States), DVSA (United Kingdom) and the EU Safety Gate, newest first. Recall repairs are normally free at the maker’s dealers.

Whether your car is affected and still needs the repair depends on its VIN or registration. Check it on the official site for your country:

  1. Vehicle joints may be improperly tightened

    Reported August 25, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V55000023 vehicles affected

    Improperly tightened joints may lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, reduced crash protection, electrical failure or loss of stability, increasing crash or fire risk. Dealers will inspect and tighten joints or repair or replace retention parts as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    STRUCTURE:BODY
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.
    Consequence
    Improperly tightened vehicle joints may lead to a loss of vehicle control, electrical failure, or detached parts, increasing the risk of a crash or fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect and tighten the vehicle joints or repair and replace the joint retention mechanisms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notifications letters are expected to be mailed September 21, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S60. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 26, 2026.

  2. Engine pistons may fail

    Reported August 25, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V54800010,001 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly manufactured piston domes may fail and cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect the pistons and replace the engine long block if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
    Consequence
    An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S61. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on August 28, 2026.

  3. Front control arm ball joint may disconnect

    Reported May 27, 2026Model years 2021–2026NHTSA campaign 26V3400004,653 vehicles affected

    Do not drive: the maker advises not to drive affected vehicles until they are repaired.

    An incorrectly installed or repaired front lower control arm ball joint may let the control arm disconnect from the wheel knuckle, causing loss of control. Do not drive until repaired. Dealers will inspect and repair the ball joints as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    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. Engine block heater may overheat

    Reported April 14, 2026Model years 2026NHTSA campaign 26V23900055 vehicles affected

    The engine block heater may overheat while plugged in when the vehicle is parked, increasing the risk of fire. Do not plug it in until repaired. Dealers will replace the heater and inspect and replace the cord as needed, free of charge. An option is to replace the heater element with a threaded plug and remove the cord.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and 2026 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
    Consequence
    An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, and inspect and replace the electrical cord if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have an alternative option to replace the engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V343. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 14, 2026.

  5. Passenger sensor may detect occupants incorrectly

    Reported March 31, 2026Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 26V2010003,170 vehicles affected

    The front passenger occupant sensor may fail to detect an adult or child correctly, causing the air bag not to deploy as intended and increasing injury risk in a crash. Dealers will replace the sensor, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles. The Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) unit may fail to correctly detect the presence of an adult or child in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."
    Consequence
    Failure to correctly detect a passenger may result in the air bag not deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C19. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.

  6. Exhaust gas recirculation valve may fail

    Reported March 3, 2026Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 26V12200047,804 vehicles affected

    The exhaust gas recirculation valve may fail, causing an unexpected loss of drive power and increasing the risk of a crash. Dealers will replace the valve free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)
    Defect
    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
    An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    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.

  7. Instrument panel may fail at startup

    Reported November 14, 2025Model years 2025–2026NHTSA campaign 25V788000229,609 vehicles affected

    The instrument panel may fail at startup and not show critical information such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increasing crash risk. A dealer or over-the-air update will update the software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
    Consequence
    An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    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.

  8. Engine block heater may leak coolant and short

    Reported October 10, 2025Model years 2021–2024NHTSA campaign 25V68500059,006 vehicles affected

    The engine block heater may crack and leak coolant, causing an electrical short when plugged in and increasing fire risk. Do not plug it in until repaired. Dealers will replace the heater free of charge, or offer a replacement element with a blanking plug and removal of the electrical cord.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
    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.

  9. Fuel injector may crack and leak

    Reported July 11, 2025Model years 2021–2024NHTSA campaign 25V467000694,271 vehicles affected

    A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment. If fuel reaches an ignition source, it can increase fire risk. Dealers will update the engine control software and replace the fuel rail assembly and injectors free of charge. The interim repair is a free software update.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
    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.

  10. Rearview camera image may be blank or remain on screen

    Reported June 27, 2025Model years 2021–2024NHTSA campaign 25V442000200,237 vehicles affected

    A software error may make the rearview camera image blank or leave it displayed after backing. A blank image reduces the view behind the vehicle; an image that remains on screen may distract the driver. Both can increase crash risk. Dealers will update the camera software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    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.
    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.

  11. Cylinder head plugs may fail and leak oil

    Reported June 3, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V372000404 vehicles affected

    An improperly manufactured cylinder head may cause its ball plugs to fail and leak oil. This can cause loss of drive power or a fire if oil contacts an ignition source. Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.
    Consequence
    An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S61.

  12. Engine block heater may overheat

    Reported May 23, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V3430006,781 vehicles affected

    The engine block heater may overheat while the vehicle is parked and plugged in, increasing fire risk. Dealers will replace the heater element and inspect and replace the electrical cord if needed, free of charge. Alternatively, the heater element can be replaced with a threaded blanking plug and the cord removed.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.
    Consequence
    An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.

  13. Fuel injector may crack and leak

    Reported March 14, 2025Model years 2021–2023NHTSA campaign 25V16500033,576 vehicles affected

    A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel in the engine compartment. Fuel near hot engine or exhaust parts can increase fire risk. Dealers will update the powertrain control module software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  14. Control modules may fail to detect low battery charge

    Reported March 14, 2025Model years 2021–2024NHTSA campaign 25V15800048,041 vehicles affected

    The control modules may fail to detect a low 12-volt battery charge, which can disable electrical accessories such as hazard lights or cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will recalibrate both modules free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    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.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 888-327-4236 (TTY 888-275-9171) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  15. Instrument panel may not illuminate

    Reported January 31, 2025Model years 2025NHTSA campaign 25V049000298 vehicles affected

    The instrument panel may not illuminate at startup or while driving, hiding critical safety information such as speed or warning lights and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the instrument panel, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco Sport, Escape, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 126, 108, 135, 138, 208, and 305.
    Consequence
    An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C02.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  16. 12-volt battery may suddenly fail

    Reported January 17, 2025Model years 2021–2023NHTSA campaign 25V019000272,817 vehicles affected

    The 12-volt battery may degrade and suddenly fail, causing loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights or loss of drive power, which increases crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the battery if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    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.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) or go to nhtsa.gov.

  17. Control modules may not detect low battery charge

    Reported September 13, 2024Model years 2024NHTSA campaign 24V68300076 vehicles affected

    The control modules may fail to detect a change in 12-volt battery charge. A low charge may cause loss of electrical accessories, including hazard lights, or loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will update the module software free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco Sport vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
    Consequence
    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.
    Remedy
    Dealers will update the body control module and powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S60. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under 24V-267 will need to have the new remedy performed.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  18. Windshield wiper motor may fail

    Reported August 9, 2024Model years 2023–2024NHTSA campaign 24V59400086,852 vehicles affected

    The front windshield wiper motor may stop working, reducing visibility in some conditions and increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the motor as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  19. Control modules may miss low battery charge

    Reported April 12, 2024Model years 2021–2024NHTSA campaign 24V267000456,565 vehicles affected

    The control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery charge. A low charge may disable electrical accessories such as hazard lights or cause loss of drive power, increasing crash risk. Dealers will recalibrate the modules free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    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.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  20. Tires may be manufactured incorrectly

    Reported March 22, 2024Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 24V223000115 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly manufactured tires may cause a loss of handling and control, increasing crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the tires as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    TIRES
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  21. Fuel injector may crack and leak

    Reported March 8, 2024Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 24V18700042,652 vehicles affected

    A cracked fuel injector can leak fuel inside the engine compartment, increasing the risk of fire near hot engine or exhaust components. Dealers will update the engine control software and install a drain tube free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  22. ABS module may leak internally

    Reported January 23, 2023Model years 2023NHTSA campaign 23V021000801 vehicles affected

    Damaged valves may cause an internal leak in the ABS module, leading to unexpectedly increased brake pedal travel or unexpected movement during an Auto Hold event and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the ABS module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    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.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  23. Fuel injector may crack and leak fuel

    Reported November 18, 2022Model years 2021–2023NHTSA campaign 22V859000521,746 vehicles affected

    A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment. Fuel near hot engine or exhaust parts may cause a fire. Dealers will update the engine control software to detect leaks and install a drain tube, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
    Defect
    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.
    Consequence
    A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  24. Fuel pump control module may fail

    Reported October 20, 2022Model years 2022NHTSA campaign 22V78700026 vehicles affected

    The fuel pump control module bracket may not be secured to the fuel tank, which can cause the module to fail and the engine to stall. Dealers will replace the fuel tank free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The fuel pump control module (FPCM) bracket may not be secured to the fuel tank assembly, which can lead to FPCM failure and cause an engine stall.
    Consequence
    An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S66.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  25. Parking lights may flicker

    Reported September 14, 2022Model years 2022–2023NHTSA campaign 22V68600086,050 vehicles affected

    The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are on, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the LED driver module free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE
    Defect
    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."
    Consequence
    Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
    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.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  26. Oil separator housing may crack and leak

    Reported March 25, 2022Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 22V191000345,451 vehicles affected

    The engine oil separator housing may crack and leak oil. If oil contacts hot engine or exhaust components, it can increase the risk of fire. Dealers will inspect for damage or leaks and replace the oil separator and seals as necessary, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. The engine oil separator housing may crack and develop an oil leak.
    Consequence
    An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S21.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  27. Incorrectly made rear brake linings may reduce braking performance

    Reported November 23, 2021Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 21V922000114,666 vehicles affected

    Incorrectly manufactured rear brake linings may reduce braking performance, requiring more pedal force and increasing stopping distance in some situations. Dealers will replace the front brake pads free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles. The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can affect braking performance. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."
    Consequence
    During certain situations, the driver may have to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C31.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  28. Moonroof glass may detach

    Reported October 15, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V8090001,036 vehicles affected

    Moonroof glass may not be bonded properly to its frame and could detach, creating a road hazard and increasing crash or injury risk. Dealers will check the glass date code and replace the glass if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. The moonroof glass may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame, which could result in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.
    Consequence
    A detached glass panel can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
    Remedy
    Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass date code and replace the glass, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S46.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  29. Fuel delivery module may leak

    Reported August 10, 2021Model years 2021–2022NHTSA campaign 21V62500013,773 vehicles affected

    The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, lowering fuel pressure and potentially causing an engine stall that increases crash risk. Dealers will replace the module, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, causing low fuel pressure which could result in an engine stall.
    Consequence
    An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. Interim notification letters (remedy not available) were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S38.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.

  30. Rear suspension bolts may be loose or missing

    Reported February 16, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V0750001,638 vehicles affected

    Loose or missing rear suspension subframe bolts may affect handling and control, increasing crash risk, and may reduce performance in a rear impact, increasing injury risk. Dealers will inspect and secure or replace the bolts as needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:REAR
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. The rear suspension subframe assembly may have loose or missing bolts.
    Consequence
    Loose or missing bolts may affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. It could also reduce the vehicle's performance in a rear impact crash, increasing the risk of injury.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear suspension bolts, and secure or replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S04.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  31. Incorrect front control arms may affect handling

    Reported February 16, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V074000106 vehicles affected

    Incorrect front lower control arms may affect handling and control, increasing rollover crash risk. Dealers will inspect and replace the control arms if needed, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. These vehicles may have been produced with incorrect front lower control arms.
    Consequence
    An incorrect lower control arm may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a rollover crash.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front lower control arms, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S03.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

  32. Low rear drive unit lubricant may cause axle seizure

    Reported January 15, 2021Model years 2021NHTSA campaign 21V011000147 vehicles affected

    Too little lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause the rear axle to seize, resulting in loss of drive or vehicle control. Dealers will check the lubricant, top it up if it is at the minimum level, or replace the axle if below that level, free of charge.

    Official NHTSA recall text
    Component
    POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT
    Defect
    Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.
    Consequence
    If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
    Remedy
    Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level. Axles found to be below the minimum lubricant fill level will be replaced, free of charge. This recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S02.
    Notes
    Owners may also contact the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.safercar.gov.

Sources: NHTSA (US National Highway Traffic Safety Administration), DVSA (UK Driver and Vehicle Standards Agency) and the EU Safety Gate (European Commission) recall data. Each recall covers vehicles sold in that market; models sold elsewhere may differ.

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