The problem
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.
The risk
A malfunctioning child safety lock increases the risk of injury to a child occupant.
The fix
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.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-411 (22V411000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 22S44 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Latches/locks/linkages › Doors › Lock |
| Report date | June 10, 2022 |
| Owners notified | June 28, 2022 |
| Vehicles affected | 53,103 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-411 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: 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.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 53,103 vehicles built in a certain window. Check your 17-character VIN with our VIN recall check or at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.