The problem
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The right or left side impact sensors may not be properly secured to the vehicle.
The risk
An improperly secured side impact sensor may cause the air bags to unintentionally deploy, or not to deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
The fix
Dealers will inspect the side impact sensor attachments and repair, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S77.
Recall details
| NHTSA campaign | 22V-928 (22V928000) |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer number | 22S77 |
| Manufacturer | Ford Motor Company |
| Component | Air bags › Sensor › Side impact |
| Report date | December 14, 2022 |
| Owners notified | January 20, 2023 |
| Vehicles affected | 1,226 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Vehicles covered
Owner complaints about the air bags
Frequently asked questions
Is the recall 22V-928 repair free?
Yes. Ford dealers will fix the problem at no cost: Dealers will inspect the side impact sensor attachments and repair, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S77.
How do I know if my car is included?
Not every vehicle of the listed model years is affected — the recall covers 1,226 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.