Ford recalls more than half a million Broncos due to engine fire risk

Ford Motor Co. is recalling 565,691 Broncos and Bronco Raptors from model years 2021-2026 due to a potential fire risk caused by a defect in the wiring harness. The issue arises from insufficient protection on the wiring harness, which can lead to exposed wires and short circuiting.¹²

In the event of a short, drivers may notice smoke in the air vents or a warning message on their dashboard, followed by flames from the passenger's side of the engine compartment. Ford has stated that it is not aware of any reports of accidents or injuries related to this defect, which affects approximately 1% of the recalled vehicles.

To address the issue, Ford will provide free repairs at dealerships, which will install new covers over the wiring harness. The recall is identified by Ford's number 26S55 and the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration's number 26V468. Owners can reach out to Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the NHTSA Vehicle Safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 for more information.⁷⁸⁹¹⁰

This recall highlights ongoing concerns regarding vehicle safety and the importance of addressing potential hazards before they lead to serious incidents.