Ford Bronco recall affects 565K SUVs

Ford Bronco recall impacts 565,691 vehicles

It's a fire risk. Ford is recalling some Bronco models because a wiring issue in the engine compartment can wear away protective coatings, and internal investigations found that movement between the wiring and nearby parts caused the problem. So the automaker is taking this step.

This physical abrasion eventually exposes the internal wiring and circuits. But once that protection's compromised, the resulting intermittent shorts can create arcing. It's dangerous. If the conditions inside the engine bay are right, particularly when the area is sufficiently hot, this electrical activity can ignite flammable materials.

Understanding the safety threat

The consequences for drivers can be severe. But if a short circuit occurs, it may manifest as smoke appearing in the air vents or specific warning messages appearing on the instrument cluster, so drivers are urged to remain vigilant for these signs before any potential flames emerge from the passenger side of the engine bay. Stay alert.

No accidents or injuries have been reported. But the company is still acting to fix a potential engine compartment fire risk across a staggering 565,691 vehicles, and the sheer scale of this recall effort highlights the substantial nature of the potential impact.

Documented fire incidents

The investigation began on June 18. That's when the company's Critical Concern Group initiated a review of fire events to consolidate ongoing workstreams and address the growing number of incidents. But records show 15 separate engine compartment wiring fires between October 15, 2024, and June 20, 2026.

Breakdown of incident reports

• Two warranty reports
• Three field reports
• One Customer Service Report
• Four Vehicle Owner Questionnaires
• 10 legal claims

The recall spans model years 2021 to 2026. But data collection for these incidents remained active through July 13, and it's important to note that the affected vehicles cover a broad range of production, so owners should check their specific Bronco's status immediately.

The path to a fix

So owners of the affected vehicles will receive notification by mail regarding the next steps. It's a straightforward fix. They must take their vehicle to a local dealer for a free service appointment, where technicians will add convolute sheathing and abrasion tape to the wiring to prevent further wear, but don't worry because this procedure won't take long.

Following a short circuit, a driver may notice smoke in their air vents or a cluster warning message prior to observing flames coming from the passenger side engine compartment area.

This repair protects the wiring. It stops the cycle of wear that leads to electrical arcing, so the company adds materials to secure the wiring and reduce the chance of smoke or fire while driving. But owners should monitor their vehicles for the warning signs described in the safety filing until the repair is performed.