Recall 22V928 affects 1,226 2021-2022 Ford Bronco vehicles for loose side-impact sensors. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
Ford is recalling 1,226 2021-2022 Bronco SUVs because the right or left side impact sensors are not properly secured on affected vehicles. A loose sensor can trigger unintended air bag deployment or keep an air bag from deploying as intended in a crash; Ford dealers will secure the sensors free of charge.
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What's wrong?
The side impact sensor on a 2021-2022 Ford Bronco is part of the air bag system. It is mounted to the body structure near the side of the cabin, where it reads crash forces and sends that information to the air bag control module. The sensor has to stay fixed in the correct position for the system to read a side impact as designed.
On affected Broncos, the right or left side impact sensor was not properly secured to the vehicle during assembly. That means the sensor is present, but its mounting is not locked down the way Ford intended. A loose sensor can read the force of a side impact from the wrong position, which affects the information sent to the air bag system.
There is no warning sign before failure. You will not have a sound, smell, dashboard message, or visible clue that confirms the sensor is loose.
Who's affected?
VINs became searchable on January 23, 2023; the VIN list is available for owner checks.
| 2021 Ford Bronco | side air bag |
|---|---|
| 2022 Ford Bronco | side air bag |
| Units affected | 1,226 |
A matching 2021-2022 Ford Bronco does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
An improperly secured side impact sensor can trigger unintended air bag deployment or keep the air bags from deploying as intended in a crash, increasing injury risk. Confirm whether your VIN is included and schedule the inspection soon. Repair is free at any franchised Ford dealer.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco is included in this recall.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the free side-impact-sensor inspection and repair that secures the air bag side-impact sensors.
- Bring the recall notice if you have it. If not, reference recall number 22V928 and Ford recall 22S77 when you call.
- Drive carefully until the repair is complete; the unsecured sensor can affect air bag deployment in a crash.
What happens at the repair
At the dealer, a Ford technician inspects the side impact sensor attachments and repairs any attachments that are not properly secured. Parts and labor are covered under the recall. If you paid for a related repair before the recall notice, Ford's general reimbursement plan covers eligible owner-paid repairs, with eligibility estimated to end February 10, 2023. Bring repair invoices or payment records to the service desk and ask Ford customer service how to submit the claim.
| Reimbursement | Reimbursement available |
|---|
Timeline
| December 14, 2022 | NHTSA published the recall |
|---|---|
| December 15, 2022 | Dealer notification began |
| December 15, 2022 | Dealer notification ended |
| January 20, 2023 | Owner notification mailed |
| January 23, 2023 | VIN-searchable in NHTSA's database — Check your VIN to see whether this recall applies to your specific vehicle. |
| January 23, 2023 | Interim owner notification (was planned for this date) |
Frequently asked questions
What is recall 22V928?
Recall 22V928 covers 1,226 2021-2022 Ford Bronco vehicles with side impact sensor attachments Ford recalled for inspection. An unsecured sensor can deploy the air bags unintentionally, or fail to deploy them as intended in a crash. Ford dealers will inspect and repair the sensor attachments for free.
What should I do if my 2021-2022 Ford Bronco is on this recall?
Check your VIN to confirm your specific Bronco is included in recall 22V928. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer to schedule the side impact sensor attachment inspection and any needed repair. Reference recall 22V928 or Ford recall number 22S77 when you call.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires the manufacturer to fix the defect at no cost, and Ford dealers will inspect the side impact sensor attachments and repair them as needed free of charge.
What is the safety risk?
The risk is unintended air bag deployment, or air bags that do not deploy as intended in a crash. Recall 22V928 involves the side impact sensors, which help the restraint system respond during a side-impact crash.
When was Ford owner notification mailed?
Ford mailed owner notification letters on January 20, 2023. If you bought the Bronco used or never received a letter, check your VIN to confirm whether your specific vehicle is included before scheduling dealer service.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/22V928000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 22V928 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 22V928000 |
Source documents
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Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF) - Download Recall Document (PDF) (PDF)
- Download Quarterly Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notification Letter (PDF)
- Download Recall Report (PDF)
- Download Owner Notice (PDF)
- Download Misc. Document (PDF)
- Download Recall Acknowledgement (PDF)
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