Ford had an instant hit when it revealed the update and respawn Bronco SUV, but the road to success has not been as smooth as the Blue Oval had hoped. The car has been through problemsincluding disaster engine damage, that tarnished its image in the short time it went on sale. Now, the automaker is warning owners of a new problem that could cause the front drive shaft starter to crack. CarBuzz discovered a letter sent to the owner detailing the problem and fix progress.
Front drive shaft starter exists to prevent dirt from accumulating on sensitive drive shaft joints. If that happens, it can damage the drive shaft and damage other components. Unfortunately for owners, Ford says the starter can crack under normal driving conditions, so nothing can be done to prevent the problem from arising.
The good news is of course Bronco . owners do not have to pay for the repair. The letter states that the repair takes about an hour and can be completed at no charge at Local agent. The bad news is the current state of global supply chain issues and sometimes complicated staffing situations at authorized dealer This means that scheduling repairs can take a while.
We’ve reached out to Ford for more details. In any case, if you own a 2021 Bronco built between September 23, 2020 and September 17, 2021, it’s best not to delay. According to the letter, Ford only including repair through October 12, 2023, and while it can take a long time to schedule an appointment, it’s a bad idea to wait until the last minute to start the process.
