Recall 26V299 affects 16,200 2021-2022 Ford Bronco vehicles because hardtop roof panels can detach. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
Ford is recalling 16,200 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles because sections of the molded-in-color hardtop roof panel can separate and detach from the vehicle. A detached roof section can create a road hazard and increase crash risk, and the Ford dealer repair will be free once available.
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What's wrong?
The hardtop roof panels on a 2021-2022 Ford Bronco form the removable outer roof over the passenger area. On the 5 Door Hard Top MIC version, the front panels, mid panel, and rear cap are molded panels that cover the cabin and attach to the body structure. They are supposed to stay secured during normal driving.
In recall 26V299, Ford says the Molded-In-Color hardtop roof panels on affected Broncos were manufactured improperly. That defect can let sections of the outer roof panel separate from the hardtop. If a section detaches from the vehicle, it becomes road debris and creates a hazard for other drivers.
There is no warning sign before failure. Do not rely on sound or appearance to decide whether the recall applies, because the recall does not give owners a reliable symptom before a roof section separates.
Who's affected?
The listed component is the 5 Door Hard Top MIC: front panels, mid panel, and rear cap.
| 2021 Ford Bronco | body structure |
|---|---|
| 2022 Ford Bronco | body structure |
| Units affected | 16,200 |
A matching year and model does not guarantee inclusion. Check your VIN to confirm whether your specific SUV is included.
What's the safety risk?
A roof section that separates from the Bronco hard top can create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash. If your VIN is included, drive cautiously and schedule service once Ford opens the final remedy. Repair will be free at any franchised Ford dealer once available.
What should I do?
- Check your VIN to confirm your 2021-2022 Ford Bronco is included in this recall.
- Wait for Ford's owner letter before scheduling the final hard-top inspection and replacement for MIC roof panels that separate from the vehicle.
- Contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask when recall number 26V299 opens for scheduling.
- Avoid highway driving if any roof panel looks loose, separated, or damaged before the repair opens.
- Bring the recall notice when Ford opens the repair. The dealer inspection and hard-top replacement are free.
What happens at the repair
Ford has not opened the final dealer repair yet. Once it opens, a Ford technician will inspect the MIC hardtop roof panels and replace the hard top as needed. The dealer repair will be free once available, with parts and labor covered under recall 26V299. Ford's interim safety letters are expected to be mailed May 27, 2026. Additional owner letters will follow when the remedy opens, anticipated in November 2026. Until then, follow Ford's interim notice and confirm the next service step with a Ford dealer.
Timeline
| May 12, 2026 | NHTSA published the recall |
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Frequently asked questions
What is recall 26V299?
Recall 26V299 covers 16,200 2021-2022 Ford Bronco vehicles with 3-door and 5-door MIC hardtop roof panels. The outer roof panel can separate from the vehicle and create a road hazard. Ford dealers will inspect and replace the hard top for free once the remedy opens.
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 26V299. If it is, contact a franchised Ford dealer and ask about the hardtop inspection and replacement plan. Reference Ford recall number 26S32 when you call. The dealer repair is free once available.
Is the recall repair free?
Yes. Federal recall law requires Ford to repair the defect at no cost, and Ford's remedy says dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as needed free of charge. Use your VIN and reference recall 26V299 or Ford recall number 26S32 when speaking with the dealer.
What is the safety risk in this Ford Bronco recall?
The safety risk is road debris from the roof itself. A section of the outer roof panel can separate from the Bronco and detach while the vehicle is in use. NHTSA campaign 26V299 says that detached roof section can create a road hazard and increase crash risk.
When will Ford notify Bronco owners about recall 26V299?
Ford expects to mail interim owner letters on May 27, 2026. Those letters notify owners about the safety risk before the final remedy opens. Ford expects to send another letter once the remedy is available, with the repair currently anticipated in November 2026.
More information
| NHTSA campaign page | nhtsa.gov/vehicle-recalls/26V299000 |
|---|---|
| Ford customer service | 1-866-436-7332 |
| NHTSA recall # | 26V299 |
| NHTSA recall # (full) | 26V299000 |
This article is generated from NHTSA's primary recall filings and reviewed against the source on May 19, 2026. RecallNotify does not paraphrase NHTSA's consequence language; that text is reproduced as written above. Editorial standards →