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Close-up of the front of a bright yellow Ford Bronco, showing the grille with "BRONCO" lettering, round headlights, rugged tires, and part of the hood and bumper.
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It seems like only yesterday that Ford was recalling its vehicles for battery issues. Now we’ve got over 200,000 additional cars with an instrument panel issue, according to the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA). Here’s everything you need to know about the recall.

Which Ford Broncos Are Being Recalled?

A yellow Ford Bronco SUV with black trim and a soft top is parked on a gravel surface in front of a white building with gray window blinds.
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Two different models of Ford Bronco are currently affected by this recall. The two vehicles are:

  • 2025-2026 Ford Bronco 
  • 2025-2026 Ford Bronco Sport

How Many Cars Is Ford Recalling?

Four new Ford Bronco Sport SUVs, two black and two light gray, are parked in a row at a car dealership lot under daylight, with other vehicles and buildings visible in the background.
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Based on the report from the NHTSA, Ford is recalling 128,607 Ford Bronco Sports and 101,002 Broncos for a total of 229,609 vehicles.

What Is the Reason for the Ford Bronco Recall?

Car dashboard display showing a speed of 69 MPH, 2.1 RPM x1000, 284 miles to empty, 18.2 average MPG, and a total mileage of 4206.9. The outside temperature is 81°F.
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This is a tough one to get around: Some cars, upon startup, are not displaying the instrument panel. It’s nearly impossible to drive without one, for a host of safety issues. And if you live in an area where cops are especially “generous” in giving traffic tickets, you’ll want to know exactly how fast you’re going. 

What Should I Do if My Vehicle Is Affected?

Ford dealership sign
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Owners will be notified by mail about next steps, and your car will be repaired free of charge. Ford’s recall number for this is 25SC3. 

You can also reach Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.

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