Ford Motor Co. is recalling more than half a million Ford Broncos due to a potential engine fire hazard. Multiple outlets report that the issue involves a wiring harness located in the engine compartment. According to Ford’s recall information, the harness can short circuit, which can increase the risk of a fire. The recall covers over 500,000 Broncos, as stated across the sources. The reports describe the concern as related to an electrical fault that could lead to ignition if the short circuit occurs. The outlets do not indicate additional causes or other vehicle components beyond the engine-compartment wiring harness. They also do not provide details on the remedy, affected production dates, or whether any injuries or crashes have been linked to the defect. Overall, the reporting is consistent that the recall is driven by Ford’s determination that the wiring harness can malfunction in a way that raises fire risk, prompting corrective action for the affected vehicles.