Ford 2026 Bronco windshield wipers recalled for detachment risk
Ford is recalling certain 2026 Bronco vehicles because a wiper arm nut on the driver side may loosen, which could cause the windshield wipers to detach. Losing driver-side wiper function can reduce driver visibility in some weather conditions and increase the risk of a crash. No injuries have been reported.
From the NHTSA notice · Read the official notice ↗ · All Ford Motor Company recalls
What to do
- Contact a Ford dealer to have the driver-side wipers inspected, free of charge.
- If needed, the dealer will tighten the wiper arm nut or replace the wiper arms at no cost.
- Look for an owner notification letter, expected to be mailed November 16, 2026.
- Check whether your VIN is involved on NHTSA.gov, where it became searchable November 6, 2026, or call Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 (recall 26S82).
Is yours affected?
Compare your label or packaging with the recalled product.
- Product
- 2026 FORD BRONCO
Details
- Units affected
- 330
- Recall number
- 26V725000
In the NHTSA's words
- Description
- Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Bronco vehicles. A wiper arm nut on the driver-side may loosen, causing the windshield wipers to detach. A loss of driver-side wiper function can reduce driver visibility in certain weather conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Hazard
- A loss of driver-side wiper function can reduce driver visibility in certain weather conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
- Remedy
- Dealers will inspect the wipers, tighten the wiper arm nut, and replace the wiper arms as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters are expected to be mailed November 16, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S82. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on November 6, 2026.
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