Automaker estimates 1% of recalled SUVs have the defect
WASHINGTON — Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than 565,000 Bronco and Bronco Raptor SUVs because a wiring harness in the engine compartment can short circuit and increase the risk of a fire, the company announced Thursday.
The recall covers 565,691 vehicles from the 2021 through 2026 model years, Ford said. The automaker estimated that roughly 1% of those vehicles have the defect, which is caused by insufficient protection on the wiring harness that can lead to exposed wires and short circuiting.
In the event of a short, drivers may notice smoke in the air vents or a warning message on the dashboard followed by flames coming from the passenger side of the engine compartment, according to Ford. The remedy involves dealers installing new covers over the wiring at no cost to owners.
Ford said it is not aware of any reports of accidents or injuries related to the issue.