Air Bag Recall: Ford Bronco
Ford Motor Company is recalling 2026 Bronco vehicles because the mounting bracket on the right-hand-side side curtain air bag may have a metal burr that can tear the air bag during deployment. Dealers will increase the space between the bracket and the air bag to remove contact, free of charge. Interim owner letters are expected to be mailed September 15, 2026, with additional remedy letters anticipated in October 2026.
| Brand | Ford Motor Company |
|---|---|
| Product | Bracket May Tear Side Curtain Air Bag |
| Reason | Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Bronco vehicles. The mounting bracket on the right-hand-side side curtain air bag may have a metal burr that can tear the air bag during deployment. |
| Severity | moderate |
| Units affected | 83 |
| Agency | NHTSA |
WHAT YOU SHOULD DO
- Schedule a free service appointment with your Ford dealer to increase the gap between the mounting bracket and the air bag.
- Watch for interim recall notices mailed starting September 15, 2026, and follow any remedy instructions when available in October 2026.
- Check your VIN on NHTSA.gov to confirm if your vehicle is affected and call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 with questions.
How to identify the recalled item
| Campaign number | 26S64 |
|---|---|
| Lot / date codes | 26S70 |
These are the identifiers NHTSA published for this recall. Most recall notices list no UPC or model number at all — if the code on your item is not shown here, that does not mean the item is excluded. Check the official notice, or contact the company.
VERIFIED SOURCES
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