I’m picking up my 2025 Bronco Sport Badlands tomorrow and thinking about getting a dashcam. I live in a high-traffic area, and I’ve heard how helpful dashcam footage can be for insurance claims or just peace of mind.
My concern is that some setups I’ve seen look messy—wires everywhere and cameras sticking out too much. Does anyone have a clean setup they’re happy with? Ideally, I’m looking for a front and rear camera with no screen. Photos of your setup on the Bronco Sport would be super helpful!
I installed two Viofo A119 V3 cameras since they were on sale and worked out to about the same cost as a two-camera setup.
For the front, I mounted it on the passenger side of the rearview mirror. If you have an auto-dimming mirror (likely on the Badlands), you can get an adapter for power. My Bronco Sport Big Bend didn’t have that, so I routed the cable over the windshield, down the A-pillar, and into the center console USB port. You can barely see the cable.
For the rear, I mounted the camera on the roof trim, not the tailgate, so the cable doesn’t move with the hatch. I tucked the cable into the weather stripping, but the area near the 12V port isn’t as clean. I might tidy it up later with sticky clips.
These cameras have screens, but they can turn off after a few seconds. They also chime softly when recording starts, but you can disable that. Let me know if you want pics once the weather warms up—it’s freezing here right now!
Remy said: @Nori
Does the adapter for the mirror have issues with shutting off power? I need parking mode where I live.
For parking mode, you’ll need constant power, probably from the fuse box. The mirror adapter could trigger power while driving, but I’m not sure if there’s a constant source near the mirror. You might have to route the cable to the passenger side fuse box.
I really like my VIOFO A119 Mini. It’s hardwired, and the wiring was easy to hide under the plastic trim and headliner, running down to the passenger footwell. It’s simple, reliable, and completely out of sight, which is great since I can’t stand anything blocking my view.
My kids gifted me a VeeCar S80 dashcam for Christmas. It seems decent so far, with clear video recording, though some reviews are less favorable. I haven’t set up the rear camera yet and need to figure out the best way to route the cable.
I also got a power adapter from Dongar Technologies to connect it directly to the overhead console above the rearview mirror.
This makes for a clean install of the front camera as long as it has a USB style connection.
@MrRice
This is what convinced me to finally get a dashcam. Just make sure to tuck any thicker parts of the cable securely into the housing behind the mirror, or it might pop off unexpectedly. I thought I broke mine until I realized I just needed to reposition the cable. No issues since then!
I went with a Vantrue dashcam because it offers a polarizing filter to reduce glare, which is great for clear footage. I first saw it on the YouTube channel ‘Unbox Therapy,’ and their review helped me decide.
Here’s the link to the one I bought: Vantrue Dashcam on Amazon. You can also find the polarizing filter from there.
I use the Rove R2 4K Pro. It’s mounted to the rearview mirror with a different mount. I hid the wires under the trim and plugged it into the center console. It’s been super reliable and low-maintenance.
I have the Vantrue Nexus 5. It’s great, and I’m planning to get it hardwired soon. Hardwiring is convenient because it monitors the car battery and shuts off if needed. It also has parking mode, so it records if someone hits your car while parked.
This setup includes four cameras: front, rear, and inside. The front camera is a bit large, but it’s worth it for the reliability. I’ve had smaller, cheaper ones in the past, and they always failed at the worst times.
@Valen
Do all hardwired dashcams monitor the battery, or is that specific to certain brands? I read a review where someone’s dashcam drained their battery.
Remy said: @Valen
Do all hardwired dashcams monitor the battery, or is that specific to certain brands? I read a review where someone’s dashcam drained their battery.
Not all of them do, so it’s good to check. Vantrue has great reviews, which is why I trust it. I’m getting mine installed at an audio shop since wiring is their specialty. That way, I know it’ll be done right.
I’ve been using Viofo dashcams for years and highly recommend them. I upgraded to the Viofo A129 Duo Plus when I got my Bronco because I wanted a rear camera and WiFi. The rear cord is just long enough, but if you want more slack, the A129 Duo Pro has a longer cable.
I mounted the front camera to the right of the mirror and tucked the wires into the headliner, down the A-pillar (avoiding the airbag), and into the center console. The rear camera cable runs under the door trim and up the C-pillar. Make sure to leave enough slack for the tailgate.
I installed a dashcam with a rear camera recently. I removed the tailgate trim and routed the cable through the rear defroster, snaking it through the passenger-side panels and weather stripping.
