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2021 Ford Bronco recalls
Every recall campaign and owner complaint NHTSA has on file for the 2021 model year. Not every vehicle is affected by every campaign: check a specific car by VIN below.
Recall summary by component20
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Campaigns |
|---|---|
| Back over prevention | 7 |
| Air bags | 2 |
| Engine | 1 |
| Structure | 1 |
| Power train | 1 |
| Seats | 1 |
| Equipment | 1 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 1 |
| Suspension | 1 |
| Engine and engine cooling | 1 |
| Seat belts | 1 |
| Latches/locks/linkages | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 1 |
Safety recalls20
NHTSA Recalls API · cached ≤24 h| Jul 20, 202626V468000 | EngineA short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V468000
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| May 12, 202626V299000 | Structure: body roof and pillarsA detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V299000
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| Apr 14, 202626V236000 | Power train: automatic transmissionExcessive 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. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V236000
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| Mar 3, 202626V124000 | Back over prevention: softwareA rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 26V124000
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| Dec 18, 202525V888000 | Back over prevention: sensing system cameraA rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V888000
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| Oct 23, 202525V721000 | Seats: critical fastenersA seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury. DetailsHide details for campaign 25V721000
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Owner complaints by component230
NHTSA Complaints API · cached ≤24 h| Component | Complaints | % |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 69 | 30 |
| Electrical system | 29 | 13 |
| Unknown or other | 28 | 12 |
| Suspension | 24 | 10 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 23 | 10 |
| Back over prevention | 23 | 10 |
| Service brakes | 22 | 10 |
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 6 |
| Structure | 11 | 5 |
| Lane departure | 11 | 5 |
| Power train | 9 | 4 |
| Fuel system | 7 | 3 |
| Gasoline | 7 | 3 |
| Air bags | 7 | 3 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 7 | 3 |
8 more components with fewer complaints not shown. An owner can tag several components, so percentages add up to more than 100. Complaints are unverified owner reports, de-duplicated by NHTSA ODI number.
Latest reports
- Fuel/propulsion system
“My car would not start. Turns out it was the fuel pump/filter low pressure recall issue.”
- Structure
“I am concerned about the hard top for my Bronco. There are cracks showing above the furthest back window on the passenger side, and above the same window on the driver's side.”
- Engine
“The engine block may develop a coolant leak which could cause a short circuit while the engine block heater system is plugged in - increasing the risk of an underhood fire”
Other Ford Bronco model years
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- 202318 recalls229 complaints
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2021 Ford Bronco recall questions
How many recalls does the 2021 Ford Bronco have?
NHTSA lists 20 safety recall campaigns for the 2021 Ford Bronco. The most recent, 26V468000 (reported July 20, 2026), concerns engine. Not every vehicle is covered by every campaign; check a specific car by VIN.
What are the 2021 Ford Bronco recalls for?
The largest group is back over prevention, with 7 campaigns. Others: air bags (2), engine (1), structure (1). Each campaign below lists the defect, the risk and the free remedy.
What is the most common complaint about the 2021 Ford Bronco?
Engine is the most-reported component, named in 69 complaints out of 230 filed with NHTSA (30%). Across all complaints, owners reported 6 crashs and 3 fires. Complaints are unverified owner reports.
How do I check if a recall is open on my 2021 Ford Bronco?
Enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or the Ford recall lookup. That shows campaigns still unrepaired on that exact car. Safety recall repairs are free at a franchised Ford dealer.
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