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DEFECT #1 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL


Posted on: 2021-10-01
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 bronco vehicles.  During passenger air bag deployment, an air bag vent could open prematurely and result in an improper deployment.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag, free of charge.  An interim owner notification letter was mailed on november 24, 2021.  A second notice will be sent once the remedy is available.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21c23.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #2 - AIR BAGS:FRONTAL


Posted on: 2021-10-01
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021 bronco vehicles.  During passenger air bag deployment, an air bag vent could open prematurely and result in an improper deployment.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will replace the passenger air bag, free of charge.  An interim owner notification letter was mailed on november 24, 2021.  A second notice announcing the remedy is available was sent on july 8, 2022.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 21c23.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #3 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #4 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #5 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #6 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #7 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #8 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #9 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #10 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #11 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #12 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed may 1, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #13 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #14 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #15 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #16 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #17 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #18 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #19 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #20 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #21 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #22 - BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA


Posted on: 2023-03-13
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch sync infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22v-825.  The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 111, rear visibility.

Consequence
A 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.

Corrective Action
The sync module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed on april 28, 2023.  Remedy parts are anticipated to be available by june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c05.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #23 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2023-05-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 bronco vehicles built with the 5-door body style.  The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c16.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #24 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2023-05-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 bronco vehicles built with the 5-door body style.  The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c16.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #25 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2023-05-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 bronco vehicles built with the 5-door body style.  The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c16.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #26 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2023-05-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 bronco vehicles built with the 5-door body style.  The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge.  Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed june 30, 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c16.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #27 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2023-05-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 bronco vehicles built with the 5-door body style.  The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed july 14, 2023.  A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, estimated 4th quarter 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c16.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #28 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2023-05-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 bronco vehicles built with the 5-door body style.  The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed july 14, 2023.  A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, estimated 4th quarter 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c16.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #29 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2023-05-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 bronco vehicles built with the 5-door body style.  The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed july 14, 2023.  A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, estimated 4th quarter 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c16.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.  

DEFECT #30 - SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS


Posted on: 2023-05-19
Description
Ford motor company (ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 bronco vehicles built with the 5-door body style.  The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.  As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of federal motor vehicle safety standard number 208, occupant crash protection.

Consequence
Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

Corrective Action
Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge.  Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed july 14, 2023.  A second notice will be sent once remedy parts become available, estimated 4th quarter 2023.  Owners may contact ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.  Ford's number for this recall is 23c16.

Notes
Owners may also contact the national highway traffic safety administration vehicle safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (tty 1-800-424-9153), or go to www.nhtsa.gov.