Ford: Bracket May Tear Side Curtain Air Bag (air Bags)

Ford is recalling certain 2026 Bronco vehicles because a metal burr on the right-side curtain air bag bracket may tear the air bag when it deploys. A torn air bag may not properly restrain occupants during a crash, increasing injury risk. Dealers will fix the problem by adjusting the space between the bracket and air bag at no cost to owners.

Recalling firm

Ford Motor Company

Product

Component: AIR BAGS. 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.

Reason

A torn air bag may fail to properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury. Remedy: Dealers will increase the space between the bracket and air bag to remove the contact condition, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, are expected to be mailed September 15, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in October 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S64. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable...

Classification

Class I

Category

vehicle recall

Country

United States

Agency

National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

Recall date

2026-09-09

Status

Ongoing

Distribution

Nationwide

Official recall notice from National Highway Traffic Safety Administration

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