Ford Motor Co. is recalling over 36,000 Broncos in Canada after finding issues in the engine compartment wiring harness. On Friday, Ford said that it will be recalling approximately 36,061 Model Year 2021-2026 Ford Bronco vehicles. A company spokesperson stated in an email that the protective wrapping on the engine compartment wiring harness may be “insufficient”. Over time, as the harness rubs against nearby components, the friction could cause short circuits or electric sparks and lead to smoke, melting or an underhood engine compartment fire. The company will authorize and fund pickup and delivery of the affected vehicles. Ford dealers will inspect the vehicles’ wiring harness, wrap it in a heavy-duty protective sleeve and secure with wear-resistant tape to prevent future rubbing, according to the emailed statement. The repairs will be available for service as of next month. Customers will not have to pay for the repairs, the statement added. The company will also authorize rental vehicle coverage so customers can stay mobile while their vehicle is being services. Customers can determine if their vehicle is included in this recall by entering their Vehicle Identification Number (VIN) here. In the U.S., the company is recalling over half a million Broncos in the same model to inspect the vehicles for wiring harness issues. Ford’s number for this recall is 26S55. Drivers in the U.S. can search their vehicles on NHTSA.gov. NHTSA’s number for this recall campaign is 26V468. In June, the car company issued a recall for more than 16,000 Ford Expedition models citing a “safety risk” with the centre console that could cause injury. In a recall posted twice to Transport Canada, the automaker said the chrome plating on the centre console on certain SUV vehicles could “bubble and peel.” That recall affected Ford Expedition models from the years 2018 to 2024, the notice said. With files from The Associated Press
