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2026 Ford Bronco

Everything Canada’s open data holds on this vehicle: what has been recalled, what it costs to run, and how efficient it is compared with everything else on the road.

Recalls

9

9 current

Combined

12.2L/100 km

Fuel, a year

$3,073

16,249 km, Ontario prices

Recalls

Good news: Recall repairs are almost always free. Book with any manufacturer dealer and quote the recall number. Transport Canada’s own wording is that a manufacturer “will almost always make these repairs free of charge”, so being asked to pay for recall work is unusual and worth questioning. Since 2018 the Minister of Transport can order a company to pay for repairs so owners do not bear the cost.

Electrical

Transport Canada recall 2026356 · manufacturer campaign 26S55

20 July 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2021–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine wiring harness may not have enough protection and could become damaged by contact with surrounding components. As a result, the wiring harness could short circuit.

Why it matters

A short circuit can create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to install additional protection on the engine wiring harness. The dealer will also repair or replace the engine wiring harness, as necessary.

36,061 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Accessories

Transport Canada recall 2026310 · manufacturer campaign 26S47

24 June 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2022–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the fender flare(s) may not be properly attached. As a result, the fender flare(s) could loosen and separate from the vehicle. Note: This recall only affects Bronco Raptor models.

Why it matters

A fender flare that detaches from the vehicle could create a road hazard for others and increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and repair or replace the fender flares, as necessary.

1,600 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Suspension

Transport Canada recall 2026259 · manufacturer campaign 26S36

27 May 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2021–2026 · Maverick 2022–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front lower ball joint(s) may not have been installed correctly on the steering knuckle(s). As a result, the front lower ball joint(s) could separate and cause a loss of steering control.

Why it matters

A loss of steering control could create a risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk Ford advises you not to drive your vehicle until the recall repairs are completed. Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to contact a dealer to arrange for an inspection. The dealer will repair the front steering knuckle(s), as necessary.

815 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2026258 · manufacturer campaign 26S35

27 May 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2025–2026 · Explorer 2025–2026 · Ranger 2025–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the engine could fail and cause a loss of power to the wheels. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 2.3 L engine.

Why it matters

A sudden loss of power to the wheels could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the engine.

159 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2026211 · manufacturer campaign 26S30

28 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2024–2026 · Ranger 2024–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the pivot bolts in the height adjuster assembly for the front seats may not have been manufactured properly. As a result, the bolt(s) could loosen and detach. If this happens, the seat(s) could move in a crash.

Why it matters

A seat that moves in a crash could increase the risk of injury.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to inspect and, if necessary, replace the height-adjust link(s) and pivot bolts.

15,127 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Seats And Restraints

Transport Canada recall 2026162 · manufacturer campaign 26C19

1 April 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2025–2026 · Maverick 2025–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the front passenger seat occupant classification system (OCS) may not work properly. As a result, the airbag system may turn off the passenger-front airbag even when a passenger is seated. Note: This problem would cause the supplemental restraint system (SRS) malfunction indicator to display on the instrument panel, a warning to display in the driver information center and the airbag indicator light to display ''Passenger Airbag OFF''.

Why it matters

An airbag system that doesn't work properly could increase the risk of injury in a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the front passenger seat occupant classification sensor.

405 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVCompliance Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2026093 · manufacturer campaign 26S09

3 March 2026

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2021–2026 · Edge 2021–2024

What is wrong

Under certain conditions, the infotainment system could overheat. As a result, the rearview camera image may not display when the transmission is shifted into reverse.

Why it matters

A rearview camera image that doesn't display could reduce a driver's ability to see behind the vehicle while backing up. This could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and send a wireless over-the-air software update to eligible vehicles to update the APIM software. Alternatively, you may schedule an appointment to have the update performed at a Ford dealership.

81,850 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Visual System

Transport Canada recall 2025627 · manufacturer campaign 25SC3

14 November 2025

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2025–2026

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, a software problem could cause the instrument panel cluster not to display when the vehicle is started. As a result, you may not be able to see certain information about the vehicle, including the speedometer, fuel gauge, warning lights and malfunction tell-tales.

Why it matters

Warnings, tell-tales and gauges that don't display could increase the risk of a crash.

What the dealer will do

Ford will notify owners by mail and advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to update the instrument panel cluster module software.

29,371 vehicles affected in CanadaSUVSafety Mfr

Engine

Transport Canada recall 2025281 · manufacturer campaign 25S52

23 May 2025

Transport Canada lists: Bronco 2025–2026 · Escape 2023–2025 · Maverick 2025 · Corsair 2023–2025 · and 1 more

What is wrong

On certain vehicles, the engine block heater could overheat when the block heater is plugged in. Note: This recall only affects certain vehicles equipped with a 1.5 L or 2.0 L engine and a factory-installed block heater.

Why it matters

An engine block heater and/or wiring that overheats or melts could create the risk of a fire.

What the dealer will do

To reduce the safety risk, Ford advises you not to plug in the engine block heater until the recall repairs have been completed. Ford will notify owners by mail. You can choose to have the dealer remove the block heater, or once the final repair is available, Ford will send you another notice to advise you to take your vehicle to a dealership to replace the block heater element. The dealer will also inspect and, if necessary, replace the block heater electrical cord.

40,428 vehicles affected in CanadaLight Truck & VanSafety Mfr

Efficiency and running cost

Class
Sport utility vehicle: Standard
In its class
More efficient than 32% of 226 2026 vehicles in this class
Tailpipe CO₂
287 g/km

Set your own distance and pump price · Full efficiency ranking

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Common questions

Does the 2026 Ford Bronco have any recalls?
Transport Canada has 9 recalls on record for the 2026 Ford Bronco. Recall repairs are almost always free at a manufacturer dealer.
What fuel economy does the 2026 Ford Bronco get?
NRCan rates the 2026 Ford Bronco at 12.2 L/100 km combined, emitting 287 g of CO2 per kilometre. There are 12 rated versions; this is the median.
What does it cost to run a 2026 Ford Bronco for a year?
At 16,249 km a year and Ontario average prices, about $3,073 in fuel, producing roughly 4,579 kg of CO2. Your own distance and prices will change this — the calculator lets you set both.

Source: Transport Canada — Vehicle Recalls Database; NRCan — Fuel consumption ratings. Data current as of 6 August 2026. Running cost uses Ontario average prices (155 ¢/L, 14.5 ¢/kWh), which are hand-maintained estimates. These are average residential rates. A car’s charging is added on top of what your home already uses, so on a tiered, time-of-use or subsidised tariff it is billed at your top rate rather than this average — which makes the real cost higher, especially in the territories. Enter your own rate for an accurate figure. 30,784 rated vehicles on file.