Ford recalls more than half a million Broncos in Canada, U.S. due to engine fire risk
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Ford Motor Co. says it is recalling more than 36,000 Broncos in Canada because a wiring harness in the engine compartment can short circuit and increase the risk of fire.
Ford says 36,061 vehicles in Canada are affected by the recall, which is a part of a broader move impacting more than half a million Broncos.
The automaker said Thursday that 565,691 Ford Broncos and Bronco Raptors, model years 2021-2026, are included in the recall. The automaker estimates that around 1 per cent of those vehicles have the wiring harness defect. Ford said it is not aware of any reports of accidents or injuries related to the issue.
The problem is caused by insufficient protection on the wiring harness which can lead to exposed wires and short circuiting. In the event of a short, drivers may notice smoke in the air vents or a warning message on their dashboard followed by flames coming from the passenger’s side of the engine compartment.
It said a permanent remedy has already been developed and will be ready by August. To fix the problem, dealerships will install new covers over the wiring free of charge.
Drivers can check Ford’s website to determine whether their vehicles are affected by the recall.
Ford’s number for this recall is 26S55. Vehicle identification numbers involved in this recall are now searchable on NHTSA.gov. NHTSA’s number for this recall campaign is 26V468.
Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 or the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-888-275-9171).
