2022 Ford Bronco body & structure problems

Related recalls

• Recall 26V403000Jun 24, 202636,046 vehicles
  STRUCTURE:BODY

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S47. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 7, 2026.

• Recall 26V299000May 12, 202616,200 vehicles
  STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color (MIC) hardtop roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, which can allow sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle.

  Risk: A detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 12, 2026.

• Recall 22V411000Jun 10, 202253,103 vehicles
  LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK

  Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain four-door 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The passenger-side rear door may be opened from inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.

  Risk: A malfunctioning child safety lock increases the risk of injury to a child occupant.

  Remedy: Dealers will inspect the passenger-side child safety locks door child safety lock and latch, and replace them, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S44.

What owners say

1. Filed Sep 30, 2026NCBody & Structure

   The right rear black plastic fender flair became loose and flew off my car on the highway striking another vehicle. No damage was caused to the other vehicle which was a dump truck. I called a ford representitive about this issue and they seemed to not care at all and told me to take it to ford and that i have to pay to fix it. Meanwhile i looked up recalls and this part was a recalled item. The ford representitive then told my that this recall did not pertain to my vehicle.…

   NHTSA complaint #11768180 · source
2. Filed Sep 29, 20266,300 miAZBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while washing the vehicle, the contact became aware that the hardtop was delaminated and cracked. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V299000 (Structure) and Ford GSB Number: 25-7086. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was confirmed, and the dealer determined that the vehicle experienced the failure listed in Ford GSB Number: 25-7086. The dealer submitted a claim to…

   NHTSA complaint #11767682 · source
3. Filed Sep 6, 2026CABody & Structure

   I am writing to formally complain about a serious and increasingly concerning problem with the hardtop on my 2022 Ford Bronce four-door. I began noticing cracks in the hardtop after becoming aware of numerous complaints from other Bronco owners regarding similar cracking problems. Once I knew what to look for, I inspected my Bronco and noticed cracks in the hardtop. I promptly brought the issue to the attention of my Ford dealership. Unfortunately, I was told that the…

   NHTSA complaint #11762457 · source
4. Filed Aug 21, 2026NVBody & Structure

   Fender flares (2) have detached. Flare 1: Passenger side, front wheel - it flew off while driving. Flare 2: Partially breaking / cracking off - on the drivers side, back wheel.

   NHTSA complaint #11758670 · source
5. Filed Aug 7, 202619,073 miFLBody & Structure

   The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that the vehicle had experienced issues with hardtop roof panels. The hatch was cracked, and the forward removable panel had developed bubbles. The contact stated that the front driver’s side panel was chipped and detaching, and the underside of the roof was visible. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V299000 (Structure); however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The dealer was…

   NHTSA complaint #11755438 · source
6. Filed Aug 2, 2026VABody & Structure

   The hard top is cracking and letting water into the cargo area. It seems to be right outside the parameters for recall number 26S32. Talk to dealer over a month ago and have not heard back yet.

   NHTSA complaint #11754241 · source
7. Filed Jul 11, 2026MIBody & Structure

   Cracks in left rear of roof theirs a recall ones that painted but not on the matt finish one. My 2022 Ford Bronco 2 door is showing the same problems as the paint ones. And Ford Dealership said they at least a dozen or more around his dealership with the same issue. And online I have been told of 100s. Have the same thing happening to their Broncos the years 2021 to 2024 even ones sit on lots for with the same problems.

   NHTSA complaint #11749734 · source
8. Filed Jun 26, 2026OKBody & Structure

   Ford has issued a recall for 2021- Jan 2022 hard tops. Mine is a June 2022 with the same issues but not listed in the recall. This has been a known issue for the life span of the Bronco.

   NHTSA complaint #11746745 · source
9. Filed Jun 11, 2026WVBody & Structure

   The Molded-In-Color (MIC) hard top shows signs of delamination and cracking on the exterior skin of the roof panel. Models from the same production year were called under NHTSA Recall No.: 26V299. My vehicle was not included on this recall. I have attempted to have Ford inspect the issue and have refused since it is out of warranty. I am concerned that the delaminating sections will detach while driving.

   NHTSA complaint #11743541 · source
10. Filed May 21, 2026OHBody & Structure

    Noticed that my hardtop was cracking around the rear windows. This is a know issue with Ford and is being replaced under warranty. Unfortunately, my vehicle is outside of the original 3 year 36,000 mile warranty period by just over 6,000 miles that would qualify for replacement. The dealer quoted over $10,000.00 to replace the entire top since all roof panels appear to be affected. This is almost 1/4 the cost of my vehicle on the used market and is unacceptable for a know…

    NHTSA complaint #11739202 · source
11. Filed Feb 16, 2026TXBody & StructureOther / Unknown

    The hardtop developed cracks early on during the life of the vehicle. It leaks water. It’s a known issue with Bronco owners with the factory hardtop. Some people have had it replaced more than 3 times due to the same thing continuing to happen.

    NHTSA complaint #11718181 · source
12. Filed Oct 11, 2025MA1 injuredBody & Structure

    When closing the lift gate, the pistons did not compress and the glass shattered while still holding the lift gate. This resulted in cuts to two fingers on the left hand, ring and middle, cut across the knuckles with bleeding. Support struts are remove and are available for inspection. Not reported to dealer or police. Insurance notified, for replacement glass.

    NHTSA complaint #11692645 · source

Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) Office of Defects Investigation public data. Complaints are submitted by owners and are not verified by NHTSA or by us; a complaint does not prove a defect exists. View this vehicle on NHTSA.gov Methodology