FORD BRONCO (2021) recall — Back Over Prevention
Ford is recalling 2021-2026 Bronco models due to rearview camera software issues that may cause image display failure, increasing crash risk. Owners must update APIM software via dealer or OTA update to fix the problem.
Use caution until it’s fixed
A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
Contact the company & request your remedy
What happened, in plain English
Ford is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco vehicles because a software issue can cause the rearview camera to stop working, making it harder to see behind the vehicle and raising crash risk. This recall requires a free software update to fix the problem. Read more at govinfonow.com/recall/80358-ford-bronco-2021-back-over-prevention-recall-rearview-camera-failure.
Source Summary by GovInfoNow · govinfonow.com/recall/80358-ford-bronco-2021-back-over-prevention-recall-rearview-camera-failure · Updated October 4, 2026 · Official notice: NHTSA #26V124000
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“Ford Bronco 2021 Back Over Prevention Recall: Rearview Camera Failure Risk.” GovInfoNow, updated October 4, 2026. https://govinfonow.com/recall/80358-ford-bronco-2021-back-over-prevention-recall-rearview-camera-failure. Based on NHTSA recall #26V124000 (https://www.nhtsa.gov/recalls?nhtsaId=26V124000).
Why it’s dangerous
The APIM software can overheat and shut down, preventing the rearview camera from displaying images. This reduces the driver's view behind the vehicle, potentially causing a crash if the driver doesn't see obstacles.
Who’s affected
Owners of 2021-2026 Ford Bronco vehicles are affected. Drivers using the rearview camera without the software update may be at risk of crashes.
How to tell if you have this one
Check if your 2021-2026 Ford Bronco has the APIM software update. The recall covers vehicles with VINs that became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
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What to do — step by step
Update APIM Software
Contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332 or have your dealer update the software via over-the-air (OTA) or in-person update.
What NHTSA says to do
The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Questions people ask
Why is this recall happening?
The APIM software can overheat and shut down, preventing the rearview camera from displaying images as intended.
How do I know if my vehicle is affected?
Your 2021-2026 Ford Bronco is affected if its VIN became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.
Is there a deadline to fix this?
The recall does not specify a deadline for the software update.
Contact Ford
We’ve drafted a message you can send Ford to request your refund or repair — edit it as you like.
Subject: Recall 26V124000 — Ford Ford Hello, I own a Ford that is covered by recall 26V124000 from Ford. The official recall notice states: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026. I’m writing to arrange the remedy described in the recall (a refund, repair, or replacement as applicable). Could you please tell me the next steps to resolve this? Thank you.
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The facts (hazard, remedy, dates, manufacturer) are pulled from the official NHTSA recall record. The plain-language summary and step-by-step checklist are written by GovInfoNow to make the official notice easier to act on — they don’t replace it.
- Official source: NHTSA Recall #26V124000 (March 3, 2026)
- Plain-language summary written by qwen3:4b on October 4, 2026, from the official record above. Not reviewed by a person — if it conflicts with the NHTSA notice, the notice is correct. Report an error on this page.
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