NHTSA Recall 25V721000: Critical fasteners (seats)
Ford Motor Company reported this safety recall to NHTSA on , covering an estimated 163,256 vehicles. It affects 2021–2023 Ford Bronco.
| NHTSA campaign | 25V721000 |
|---|---|
| Manufacturer campaign | 25SB5 |
| Component | SEATS › CRITICAL FASTENERS |
| Report received | October 23, 2025 |
| Owner notification | April 28, 2026 |
| Initiated by | Manufacturer |
Defect
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Safety risk
A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 28, 2025.
Vehicles covered by recall 25V721000
Being listed here means the campaign covers the model year, not that every car was built with the defect or is still unrepaired. Enter your VIN above to check your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are free at authorised dealers. Source: NHTSA, October 2026.