Ford Motor Company has recalled nearly 180,000 2024-2026 Bronco SUVs and Ranger pickup trucks after discovering that front seat frame height-adjust pivot bolts may loosen or dislodge.

The National Highway Traffic Safety Administration posted the recall, numbered 26V268, on April 30, following Ford's report on April 28. It affects 117,443 Broncos and 62,255 Rangers built from November 1, 2024, to October 1, 2025. A loose bolt could prevent the seat from properly restraining occupants during a crash, heightening injury risk, though Ford reports no related accidents or injuries.

The issue originated at the seat supplier's assembly line, where workers checked bolt torque before the thread-locking adhesive fully cured. Vibrations from normal driving then caused the bolts to loosen over time. Ford identified the problem after 60 warranty claims and one field report surfaced between June 2025 and March 2026, prompting a supplier audit.

Dealers will inspect both front seats at no cost to owners and replace any loose pivot links or bolts to proper torque specifications. The process may require seat removal. Ford notified dealers on April 29, with owner interim notices mailing May 11-15 and remedy letters following in July.

Owners can check their vehicle's status using its VIN on the NHTSA website or by calling Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332 and referencing recall 26S30. Ford's online service information system also allows dealers to verify applicability.

This marks the second recent recall for the Ranger, which faced issues earlier, but Ford's monitoring prevented broader problems. The Bronco, a popular off-road SUV, and the midsize Ranger truck share the affected seat components.

Ford continues production without interruption, as no manufacturing fix is required under federal regulations. The company emphasized the low defect rate of about 7% among affected units and swift action based on early warranty data.