2022 Ford Bronco structure problems

“The vehicle is a 2022 Ford Bronco two-door with a hardtop roof that was previously replaced under a recall due to a defected hardtop roof. After the replacement, I notice stress cracks and delamination around the rear side windows on both sides of the vehicle, including the top and bottom corners, with visible bubbling and separation of the roof material near those window edges. In addition, while driving, there is increased wind noise coming from the roof area, particularly around the T-top panels, which suggests they may not be sealing properly to the main roof. This appears to affect the integrity of the roof system and could be a safety concern if it worsens. I am not aware of a current recall number for this issue. The problem has not yet been confirmed by a dealer or service center. There were no warning messages before it was discovered. The component should be available for inspection if needed.”

“Broncos hard top is cracking and starting to delaminate which could easily cause an accident if this happens dealer said it was out of the 3 year period even though it’s garage kept and still under 26,000 miles ! Feel this should be a recall and addressed being as it’s still happening on new broncos”

“THE RIGHT REAR BLACK PLASTIC FENDER FLAIR BECAME LOOSE AND FLEW OFF MY CAR ON THE HIGHWAY STRIKING ANOTHER VEHICLE. NO DAMAGE WAS CAUSED TO THE OTHER VEHICLE WHICH WAS A DUMP TRUCK. I CALLED A FORD REPRESENTITIVE ABOUT THIS ISSUE AND THEY SEEMED TO NOT CARE AT ALL AND TOLD ME TO TAKE IT TO FORD AND THAT I HAVE TO PAY TO FIX IT. MEANWHILE I LOOKED UP RECALLS AND THIS PART WAS A RECALLED ITEM. THE FORD REPRESENTITIVE THEN TOLD MY THAT THIS RECALL DID NOT PERTAIN TO MY VEHICLE. HOW IS THIS ALLOWABLE? THIS WAS EMAILED TO ME BY FORD. Here is your case number for your phone call today. [XXX] Thank you, [XXX] Ford Motor Company EV Specialist O: [XXX] ext. [XXX]”

“The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while washing the vehicle, the contact became aware that the hardtop was delaminated and cracked. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V299000 (Structure) and Ford GSB Number: 25-7086. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, where the failure was confirmed, and the dealer determined that the vehicle experienced the failure listed in Ford GSB Number: 25-7086. The dealer submitted a claim to the manufacturer; however, the claim was denied because the vehicle did not have warranty coverage or under recall. The failure mileage was approximately 6,300.”

“I am writing to formally complain about a serious and increasingly concerning problem with the hardtop on my 2022 Ford Bronce four-door. I began noticing cracks in the hardtop after becoming aware of numerous complaints from other Bronco owners regarding similar cracking problems. Once I knew what to look for, I inspected my Bronco and noticed cracks in the hardtop. I promptly brought the issue to the attention of my Ford dealership. Unfortunately, I was told that the vehicle had just passed the time limit of the factory warranty, even though it was well within the mileage limit of the warranty. I find it extremely frustrating that Ford’s position appears to be based on the calendar expiration of the warranty when this is a known problem (defect) that has been reported by numerous Bronco owners. More importantly, the condition of the hardtop has deteriorated significantly. Over the past several months, the cracks have become substantially worse, and I am now concerned that the hardtop could eventually fail completely. This is no longer simply a cosmetic concern. I purchased a new Ford Bronco with the expectation that the vehicle’s major structural components…”

“Fender flares (2) have detached. Flare 1: Passenger side, front wheel - it flew off while driving. Flare 2: Partially breaking / cracking off - on the drivers side, back wheel.”