Air Bag Problems of Ford Bronco

Vehicle sustained significant front-end impact in a collision, but none of the airbags deployed. Front bumper, hood, and frame sustained visible damage. Concern that sensors or airbag system failed to activate during qualifying crash.

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On oct. 26, 2025, I was in a bad car accident. I was coming home and came to a stop on spring street. In marion. Ma before entering rte 6 . I looked both ways and the rte was clear. I looked again both ways and still was clear, so I moved my 2025 Bronco badlands onto the rte 6 and within seconds I was hit very hard on the front left quarter. My SUV spun around at least 270º and I was immediately taken to the er nearby (tobey hospital) for brain and neck studies. No airbags deployed. I have photos of the vehicle showing my damage. The driver of the other car must have been speeding as the hit was huge. I was the sole person in my car. The marion pd officer who was in charge of this accident changed the story to say "I looked both ways, saw a car coming and I moved forward" into rte 6 to get home around the corner. I had injuries all over my body and brain with concussion/mild tbi. There were no witnesses and the building near the scene of the mva had a professional camera over their front door. They would not let me see the video. They did let the other driver see the video the angle of this cam was changed from straight across the street looking at the scene directly. I had no way of knowing what happened and I have spent about a half a year getting therapy at three different physical therapy sites/hospital. I asked the police to see if I could ask the state police if they would do a collision analysis and reconstruction so I could know what happened as I was labeled at fault which I understood if the other driver was driving normally and safely. I was told that if no one is seriously hurt or dead then they would do it. I lost my memory and am still getting visual changes and severe headaches. The series of radiologic images show that I had lots of damage. I am a xxx physician and I know I was hit by surprise and never saw the other car because of the angles of the road. I told photos and have images of the scene and of my car and the other car.

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Crack in airbag cover on steering wheel.

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I have a 2021 Ford Bronco and the rear shock absorbers are both bad on my car it is dangerous to drive I have taken it to 2 different Ford dealerships one in morgantown wv and one in fairmont wv and was told there was nothing they could do about it. Then I contacted Ford motor company and spoke to someone and was told there was nothing they could do and the vehicle was safe to drive although it states in the recall it increases risk of crash. I was told to file a complaint and on top of all that they won’t give me an inspection sticker. When you hit a pothole bump or any other obstruction is throws the rear end of the car out from under you and is terrifying. Now there is a recall on the fuel pump I havnt exactly experienced this personally that I’m aware of. Thirdly I was in an accident just last month I rear ended someone on the interstate going about 65 and the air bags did not deploy. In summary it’s absurd that Ford is allowing people to make payments on vehicles with their hard earned money they one are unsafe and two have nothing but issues and are unwilling to do anything about it.

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New vehicle sold to me by paul miller Ford Mazda, 975 east new circle rd. , lexington, ky 40505 with an open, uncured, undisclosed recall regarding vent flap on passenger airbag.

On June 13, 2025 my 2022 Ford Bronco and was involved in a serious collision in which the airbags did not deploy, the emergency braking and forward collision warning did not activate either. The second vehicle was t-boned at an estimated speed at the point of impact was 45mph. Both vehicles were a total loss. The Bronco suffered a bent frame and the passenger door would not open. The repair estimate was in excess of $36,000. I have reported the concern to Ford motor company under case number cxh-04933824-c1c3g9. At the time of the accident, there were no open recalls, warnings or notifications affecting the airbags or other safety systems. The vehicle was as-delivered by Ford from the factory with all regular service conducted by the local Ford dealership.

I was going down a dirt road about 20 mph, hit a big pothole in the road and the driver steering wheel airbag went off suddenly, and the car shut off.

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while at a stop light, a kia vehicle driving at approximately 45-50 mph rear-ended his vehicle causing him to collide with in vehicle in front on the driver's-side. No air bags were deployed and the rear bumper was detached. The vehicle was towed to diamond auto works. The contact stated that he sustained head, neck, upper, and lower back as well as bruising from the left arm and his wrist that required medical attention and was bedridden. A police report was filed.  the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The contact was unsure if the vehicle was deemed a total loss. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 55,100.

I turned on the car and the airbag light was on. I took to a Ford dealership they said this was not under warranty. The sensor to the airbag is not working and will not go off if I'm actually in an accident. The sensor needs to be properly installed as this was an issue with many Ford Broncos years 2021-2022.

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During heavy rains, I noticed some water leaking through the a pillar where the air bag is housed. I am concerned that the water may damage the air bag overtime. More importantly, if the air bags are deployed in low temperature (when the water becomes ice), it may create great safety problems.

The main issue is the airbag light, it is available for inspection. Warning indicator on Ford app states safe to drive without a passenger. Dealer repaired a couple parts got better for a while but continued. Was told they had a wiring harness ordered, but canceled and told to call Ford about a buyback, dealt with Ford, better business bureau about lemon law, but still have not giving me a price for the buyback even though they agreed to buy it back. The vehicle had been in an accident [xxx], it was repaired at the Ford dealer and completed 6/7, was dropped off to have a new aftermarket bumper and winch, lights installed. The first time airbag light came on was [xxx]. At first, I could turn the vehicle off and then back on, and the light would go away, did not get consistent enough to take to dealer till [xxx]. Warning light was on when I dropped it off, which was witnessed by the associate but off by the time it made it to repair bay. Back to Ford on [xxx]. Did get a code to change an airbag indicator and sensor in the rear seat. Picked up after repairs February 16. No warning lights, next day the warning light was back on contacted maria at Ford. Dropped off to Ford again on 2/26. Call the dealer not being done in a timely manner on 3/15. I was told to request a buyback on March 18. The vehicle status changed on 3/20 showing no alerts on my Ford pass app. They had a wiring harness ordered, but canceled. Picked up my vehicle on March 29. I asked if the vehicle failsafe that if it can’t tell if somebody’s in a seat while the airbag go off and got no reply. Wife is afraid to drive in the front seat on the airbag light is on. Light on continuously now Ford won’t give me a rental car to do more investigation because I get no code to tell him what part to change and I’ve not been given a buyback price. Intermittent pre-collision / adaptive cruise control will stop working while driving on the highway be out for 11 minutes and then come back on. Information redacted pursuant to the freedom of information act (foia),.

Air bag compartment on front passenger window pillar takes in water everytime it rains. Water drains from air bag compartment when I make a turn. Air bag may become compromised and may air bag module may eventually stop working due to water damage and/or render the airbag useless in case of a crash resulting in serious injury or even death. . Read more...

After exposure to rain, driver's side floods with water coming from a-pilliar, air bags or windshield.

Upon delivery of my 2022 Ford Bronco outer banks from the dealer, I noticed the airbag case near roof on front passenger was cut/filed down to get the bolt secured on the end piece. The driver’s side is not installed in his manner. Upon questioning the dealership when I picked up my Bronco, I was told “you should be happy that you got your order! don’t worry about an imperfection!!!!” I am attaching pictures of the front airbag cases on both sides.

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received manufacturer recall number: 21c23 (air bags), NHTSA campaign number: (awaiting) however, the dealer informed the contact that the parts for the recall repair were not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was notified of the issue and informed the contact that the remedy was not yet available. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Water is leaking from the passenger side roof through the passenger side door airbag when it rains. The passenger side top door airbag is constantly getting wet from this leak as water passes through.

At present no incident has occurred. I am in the process of purchasing a 2021 Ford Bronco with the associated VIN number. The vehicle was delivered to the dealership, but as per guidance from corporate they are unable to now sell the vehicle. Ford has not determined a course of action and I am unable to purchase the vehicle. This is wholly unacceptable.

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA campaign number: 21v770000 (air bags) however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue. The contact had not experienced a failure. VIN tool confirms parts not available.

Vehicle accident with frontal impact at 60 mph , no deployment of the air bag during collision resulting in chest and head injury. Mjs.

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