2023 Ford Bronco Sport recalled for ABS module brake defect
Ford is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles because valves inside the ABS module may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing an internal leak. This can lead to unexpected brake pedal travel or unexpected movement, increasing crash risk.
What this means for you
Our assessment, not the agency’s: severity 3/5 (High).
Real risk of harm even if no illness or injury has been reported yet. Stop using the product and follow the agency's guidance.
Our severity reasoning: The recall involves a vehicle safety system defect (ABS brake module) with potential for increased crash risk. No injuries or deaths have been reported, so per the rubric, this qualifies as High (3) rather than Severe (4).
Plain-English summary
Ford Motor Company is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles with Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module defects. During manufacturing, valves inside the ABS module may have been damaged, causing an internal leak.
The internal leak can cause an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel or unexpected movement during Auto Hold events. This increases the risk of a vehicle crash.
The recall affects 801 potential units. Ford will replace the ABS module free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2023. Owners should contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332, or call the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration Vehicle Safety Hotline at 1-888-327-4236 (TTY 1-800-424-9153) for more information.
The recalled product
- Product
- FORD BRONCO SPORT
- Brand
- FORD
- Manufacturer
- Ford Motor Company
- Category
- Vehicle — Brake System
- Affected units
- 801
Is your product affected?
Check your packaging against the codes below. If any of them match, the product is part of this recall.
Model numbers (1)
- BRONCO SPORT
Distribution
Distributed nationwide across the United States.
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