2023 FORD BRONCO SPORT

14 recalls, 225 complaints - 59 TSBs - 5/5 safety rating

26V340000 May 27, 2026
SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckl... Read more
Consequence
A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 4, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the... Read more
4,653 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V685000 Oct 10, 2025
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it t... Read more
Consequence
An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Int... Read more
59,006 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V467000 Jul 11, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the engine control software. In addition, dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail assembly and fuel injectors, free of charge. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of t... Read more
694,271 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V442000 Jun 27, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2... Read more
Consequence
A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
200,237 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V165000 Mar 14, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.
33,576 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V158000 Mar 14, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Consequence
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S26.
48,041 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
25V019000 Jan 17, 2025
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The 12-volt battery may experience degradation and suddenly fail.
Consequence
Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the 12-volt battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S02. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under 24V-2... Read more
272,817 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V594000 Aug 9, 2024
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Consequence
Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S51.
86,852 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V267000 Apr 12, 2024
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Consequence
An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.
456,565 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V223000 Mar 22, 2024
TIRES
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles. The tires may have been manufactured incorrectly, which may result in a loss of vehicle handling and control.
Consequence
A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S20.
115 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
24V187000 Mar 8, 2024
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 24, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This rec... Read more
42,652 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
23V021000 Jan 23, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles. Valves inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing an internal ABS module leak.
Consequence
A leak inside the ABS module can cause an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel or unexpected movement during an Auto Hold event, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the ABS Module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S01.
801 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
22V859000 Nov 18, 2022
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Consequence
A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy
Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st Quarter of 2023. ... Read more
521,746 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company
22V686000 Sep 14, 2022
EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE
Defect Description
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devi... Read more
Consequence
Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy
Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C22.
86,050 vehicles affected
Manufacturer: Ford Motor Company

Complaint Statistics

225 total complaints 8 crashes 6 fires 2 injuries

Top Reported Components

ComponentComplaints
ENGINE42
POWER TRAIN34
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM23
UNKNOWN OR OTHER21
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM12
STEERING7
SERVICE BRAKES7
SUSPENSION6
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING6
AIR BAGS6
ENGINE Sep 7, 2026
Incident date: Sep 7, 2026
My 2023 Ford Bronco Sport is subject to NHTSA Safety Recall 25V467 / Ford Recall 25S76, issued July 16, 2025. Ford states that a fuel injector may crack, resulting in fuel accumulating on top of the engine. Ford further states that liquid fuel or fuel vapor accumulating near hot engine or exhaust co... Read more
ENGINE Sep 4, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2026
Ford cannot fix the fuel injector issue which according to Ford can start a fire in the engine. Now the water pump had to be replaced as it was leaking coolant. No recall. And the front shocks are leaking fluid. The seat belt fix remains as Ford does not have the parts. This is a 3 year old vehi... Read more
SUSPENSION Sep 4, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2026
Ford cannot fix the fuel injector issue which according to Ford can start a fire in the engine. Now the water pump had to be replaced as it was leaking coolant. No recall. And the front shocks are leaking fluid. The seat belt fix remains as Ford does not have the parts. This is a 3 year old vehi... Read more
SEAT BELTS Sep 4, 2026
Incident date: Sep 1, 2026
Ford cannot fix the fuel injector issue which according to Ford can start a fire in the engine. Now the water pump had to be replaced as it was leaking coolant. No recall. And the front shocks are leaking fluid. The seat belt fix remains as Ford does not have the parts. This is a 3 year old vehi... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Aug 14, 2026
Incident date: Jun 14, 2025
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The local dealer was contacted and confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact sta... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Aug 11, 2026
Incident date: Aug 11, 2026
June 29, 2025, Driving on the St. Francis loop in Amarillo, TX, brake lights start flashing, the warning sounds happening, no brakes. I had already slowed down to 35-45 mph due to road construction ahead. I weaved through the cones and as soon as possible, hit the ditch and then coasted to a stop.... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING Aug 7, 2026
Incident date: Aug 2, 2026
The driver's-side front headlight assembly (a sealed LED unit) failed. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. It started with moisture intrusion; I took it to the Dealer. They said I had to replace it out of pocket. I explained this was an apparent manufacturer failure. Since I got th... Read more
STRUCTURE:BODY Aug 7, 2026
Incident date: Jun 19, 2026
Paint De lamination on Snow White Pearl due to manufacturing defect Date listed was the date it started to peel. Started peeling around the window first. Then it continued on the front hood.
ENGINE Aug 7, 2026
Incident date: Aug 2, 2026
On XXX my son picked up his 2018 Kia Stinger (VIN [XXX]) from Ken Garff Honda Riverdale, UT after a routine oil change, filter change, and tire rotation (RO# 5026743). About 3 hours later, while driving on [XXX] near [XXX], he noticed a burning smell, then saw smoke coming from the front of the vehi... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jul 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 24, 2026
On July 14, 2026, I experienced a serious fuel system failure with my 2023 GMC Denali. That morning, I filled the vehicle with a little over 20 gallons of fuel at a gas station approximately two miles from my home. Later in the day, I made a short trip to my neighborhood swimming pool, roughly 1.5 m... Read more
ENGINE Jul 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 24, 2026
I drove to work with no issues, lights or warnings. I parked and worked for 7 hours. Upon leaving and cranking the engine, it immediately showed overheated and went into limp mode. I drove it less than 100Ft, parked and called for a tow. There was no puddles or other indications of an issue. Upon to... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 20, 2026
I purchased this Mazda new in October 2025. Since purchasing the vehicle, it has unexpectedly applied the brakes on three separate occasions while I was driving under normal conditions. There was no reason for the vehicle to brake, and each incident created a dangerous situation because the vehicle ... Read more
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE Jul 24, 2026
Incident date: Jul 24, 2026
The contact owns a 2018 Alfa Romeo Stelvio. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V586000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The dealer was contacted and confirmed that parts were not yet available. The contact stated tha... Read more
TIRES Jul 13, 2026
Incident date: Jul 12, 2026
Hello, the tire blew out on the interstate and is only at 25k mileage. Warranty stated is 40k mileage and I’m an extremely safe driver, I bought the car brand new with the tires on it
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jul 8, 2026
Incident date: Jul 25, 2015
The display system on serval occasions has been blinking on and off. I can not touch the entertainment display system and the speedometer display also malfunctions not displaying correct speed and malfunctioning the blinker light, back up camera, etc. I have videos of occurrences which I can not upl... Read more
SERVICE BRAKES Jul 8, 2026
Incident date: Jul 25, 2015
Made a complete stop and vehicle accelerated at a high rate of speed and could not stop.
Crash
VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Jun 16, 2026
The contact owns a 2019 Ford Expedition. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, there was a loud chattering sound coming from the engine before the vehicle stalled. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who replaced the cam phasers and the vehicle was repaired. The contac... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
On 6-7 separate occasions, my 2025 Ranger had a sudden and complete loss of accelerator response while slowing down to make a left turn. This also happens on occasion at traffic lights when the light turns and I attempt to turn left. The duration of loss of power has increased with each incident an... Read more
ENGINE Jun 17, 2026
Incident date: Nov 1, 2025
On 6-7 separate occasions, my 2025 Ranger had a sudden and complete loss of accelerator response while slowing down to make a left turn. This also happens on occasion at traffic lights when the light turns and I attempt to turn left. The duration of loss of power has increased with each incident an... Read more
POWER TRAIN Jun 9, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2025
Blown head gasket. Engine lost power and forced me to pull over. The problem is well documented with this generation of Honda 1.5T engines, Honda dealership confirmed problem and second opinion from independent shop also confirmed, citing they had another Honda with the same 1.5T engine with the sam... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 8, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2025
The car returned P1326 and had multiple misfires and audible knocking, the dealers will indeed fight the already existing class action warranties. Was sent home and told to “drive the fuck out of it”, to which the car did not make it home and blew gasoline into my cabin while driving on the high... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 8, 2026
Incident date: Apr 30, 2026
I am submitting this letter to formally report two ongoing issues with my 2018 Buick Enclave. First, I have experienced persistent problems with the emissions purge valve. My vehicle has repeatedly triggered diagnostic trouble code P0496, indicating a malfunction in the purge valve system. I am awa... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Jun 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2025
Shift to Park!!! everytime i shut my car off
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 6, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2025
I have a shift to park warning that comes up almost every time I park. It usually does not go away until I turn off the car completely then restart it, and I still have to attempt to “park” it.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: ADAPTIVE CRUISE CONTROL Jun 5, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
My dash is lit up like a Christmas tree. The CMBS has a serious issue, every safety feature has been disabled. Please refer to the he provided picture.
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: AUTOMATIC EMERGENCY BRAKING Jun 5, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
My dash is lit up like a Christmas tree. The CMBS has a serious issue, every safety feature has been disabled. Please refer to the he provided picture.
ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING Jun 5, 2026
Incident date: Jun 4, 2026
The contact owns a 2012 Buick Lacrosse. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a turn, the vehicle shut off in the middle of the roadway and the vehicle failed to restart. A bystander advised the contact to press the alarm button twice to restart the vehicle. The co... Read more
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 5, 2026
Incident date: Jun 5, 2026
Engine running rough. Check Engine Light illumination. Difficulty starting or a no-start condition. Noticeable loss of power during acceleration Check engine light P0192
FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Aug 1, 2025
Message on dash "Service High Voltage charging system" . Code cleared by inexperienced mechanic. Stalled on the side of the road with "Engine not available" , "Low propulsion" . My local Chevy dealership confirmed a high volt battery leak its now at risk for catching on fire
STEERING Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Jun 4, 2026
See attached document for complaint.
ENGINE Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
car starts emitting white smoke with plastic burning smell inside car and outside. no notifications on dash board before this happens therefore emitting this white smoke into car which we are subjected to inhaling further
VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL Jun 4, 2026
Incident date: Feb 1, 2026
The contact owns a 2025 Mercedes-Benz GLC 300. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 5 to 10 MPH attempting to park the vehilce lunged forward traveling 20 feet and crashed into the house. The air bags deployed. No warning lights were illuminated , There was no injuries or f... Read more
Crash
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 3, 2026
Incident date: Jun 13, 2025
While driving, a SiriusXM advertisement popped up in the center infotainment screen that controls not only the radio, but several of the driver assistance and climate control features of the car. They created it in a way that makes calling the advertiser very easy, with a big centrally-located butto... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER Jun 3, 2026
Incident date: Jul 16, 2025
A message from SiriusXM pops up on the screen from which every system of the vehicle is controlled. That screen is then inoperable until that advertisement is closed by hitting a button in an unsafe location on the screen relative to the driver. This has been harshening to me every time I’ve start... Read more
LANE DEPARTURE: ASSIST Jun 1, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2026
"The front view camera (FR_CMR) failed due to an internal control chip defect. The component is available for inspection — it is currently at the dealership. Multiple ADAS safety systems were simultaneously disabled, including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep A... Read more
FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGS Jun 1, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2026
"The front view camera (FR_CMR) failed due to an internal control chip defect. The component is available for inspection — it is currently at the dealership. Multiple ADAS safety systems were simultaneously disabled, including Forward Collision-Avoidance Assist, Lane Departure Warning, Lane Keep A... Read more
VISIBILITY/WIPER Jun 1, 2026
Incident date: May 15, 2026
SEVERE SAFETY HAZARD: CASCADING ELECTRICAL FIRE RISK. My 2019 Ram 1500 suffered a catastrophic electrical failure while driving. The alternator's voltage regulator melted, overcharging the system and causing the battery to boil and vent toxic sulfuric acid fumes into the cabin, creating an immediate... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 28, 2026
Incident date: May 28, 2026
Component/System: The fire department determined the cause of the fire to be accidental due to an electrical malfunction within the vehicle. The most extensive damage was located in the engine compartment, though damage spread to the passenger compartment as well. The vehicle is available on request... Read more
Fire
POWER TRAIN May 28, 2026
Incident date: Jul 17, 2025
The contact owns a 2018 Jeep Cherokee. The contact stated that upon starting the vehicle, all of the warning indicators on the instrument cluster panel illuminated. Additionally, the contact noted that the parking brake occasionally felt as though it had not engaged, and while driving, the parking b... Read more
POWER TRAIN May 21, 2026
Incident date: Mar 18, 2026
I am the only owner of this vehicle and it has 114,000 miles At 90,000 miles i had to replace the transmission and now, its at the dealer due to turbo leaking oil internally and externally AND coolant intrusion. These issues are commonly known and the coolant intrusion is from a design flaw. Why ... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM May 17, 2026
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
I was idling (foot on the brake) at a coffee drive thru when I started to smell smoke and suddenly a women ran up and told me my passenger side front tire was on fire.
Fire
POWER TRAIN May 17, 2026
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
Had to get engine replaced 2 months after I bought it in May 2022, warranty covered the replacement. Ongoing issues with catalytic converters, O2 sensors, check engine light coming on due to those reasons for approximately almost 2 years now. Powertrain (Stablitrak, ABS & ECO) stopped working 6 mont... Read more
ENGINE May 17, 2026
Incident date: Dec 8, 2025
Had to get engine replaced 2 months after I bought it in May 2022, warranty covered the replacement. Ongoing issues with catalytic converters, O2 sensors, check engine light coming on due to those reasons for approximately almost 2 years now. Powertrain (Stablitrak, ABS & ECO) stopped working 6 mont... Read more
ENGINE May 10, 2026
Incident date: May 9, 2026
Car randomly will not start or will start but have no RPM's. Last year showed a crank shaft sensor code and had it replaced but car is doing it again.
ENGINE May 4, 2026
Incident date: Apr 26, 2026
At 87,336 miles, my 2017 Ford F-150 (3.5L EcoBoost) would not start. The engine clicked and buzzed but failed to turn over, leaving me stranded with no warning. There was no prior check engine light. I brought the truck to Roy Hendrick Automotive in [XXX] (Invoice XXX, completed 03/05/2025). Their... Read more
ENGINE May 4, 2026
Incident date: Jul 11, 2025
. The car would make 'running water sounds" when turned off and smelled funny. We were feeling odd, migraines, nausea and upper respiratory infections. It smelled like coolant and we became very concerned for our safety. We had just had one recall repaired and cannot believe something else is now at... Read more
UNKNOWN OR OTHER May 4, 2026
Incident date: Apr 26, 2026
I have a 2022 Camaro and the back window is coming apart from the convertible top. There are other known incidents regarding this and other model years and there is no recall on it for the 2022 model year the models previous to that do you have a recall I’m concerned that the window will fly off t... Read more
EXTERIOR LIGHTING May 4, 2026
Incident date: Apr 26, 2026
vehicles rear tail and signal lights failed, no rear signaling to traffic behind said vehicle. Lincoln has a recall on 2024-2025 corsairs for this issue but earlier models do not have this recall but the same issue are on the earlier models. The vehicle has been inspected by a ford dealer and confi... Read more
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM Apr 27, 2026
Incident date: Apr 18, 2026
I am filing a safety complaint regarding a 2022 vehicle with approximately 47,000 miles that experienced a sudden and dangerous mechanical failure while in operation. While driving at approximately 37 mph, a dashboard warning message appeared indicating that the vehicle required attention but could... Read more
ENGINE Apr 27, 2026
Incident date: Apr 5, 2026
Our 2024 Carnival has had a recurring engine oil leak that has required the vehicle to be left at the dealership 4 times for the same issue. Each time we get the van back the repair lasts about 1-3 weeks (depending on how often it's driven). Oil continues to leak from the engine area, creating risk ... Read more

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NHTSA Safety Ratings, 2023 FORD BRONCO SPORT

2023 Ford Bronco Sport SUV 4WD

CategoryRating
Overall Rating 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Frontal Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Driver 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Side Crash, Passenger 5 / 5 ★★★★★
Rollover 4 / 5 ★★★★☆
Rollover Risk 17.4%

Safety Technology

FeatureStatus
Electronic Stability ControlStandard
Forward Collision WarningStandard & Optional
Lane Departure WarningStandard

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings Program. Ratings are based on crash tests conducted by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration.

Technical Service Bulletins, 2023 FORD BRONCO SPORT

59 manufacturer communications from 39 unique bulletins. TSBs describe known problems and recommended fixes from the manufacturer.

Most Affected Components

ComponentBulletins
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING8
350000 EQUIPMENT7
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM7
100000 POWER TRAIN6
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER4
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL3
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM2
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)2
SSM 52486 Apr 25, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles which require replacement of the SCCM may experience an error message when performing the programmable module installation (PMI) of the replacement SCCM with the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) which
SSM 52486 Apr 25, 2024
010000 STEERING
Some 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles which require replacement of the SCCM may experience an error message when performing the programmable module installation (PMI) of the replacement SCCM with the Ford Diagnosis and Repair System (FDRS) which
SSM 52476 Apr 24, 2024
350000 EQUIPMENT
All accessory stick-on keyless entry keypads come with a wallet card containing the master code. If the accessory keypad was factory installed, this card will be placed in the glove box and should be handed to the vehicles owner during ini
SSM 52410 Apr 3, 2024
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Various vehicles have had pinpoint tests, guided routines and the Warranty and Policy Manual recentlyupdated for diagnostics and repairs on SYNC generation 3 and later applications. When performingdiagnostics and repairs on SYNC Gen 3 or la
22N15 Apr 1, 2024
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Customer Satisfaction Program 22N15 Certain 2020-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, Escape, Corsair, E-Series, F-650/F-750, F-53 Motorhome Chassis, F-59 Commercial Stripped Chassis Vehicles Equipped with Smart Data Link Connector (SDLC) Gatewa
SSM 52357 Mar 14, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L EcoBoost engine may exhibit water coolant pump leaks. This may be due to contamination in the coolant system. To correct this condition and prevent recurrent water pump failures, per
SSM 52335 Mar 6, 2024
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
For 2015-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with turbocharged engines and customer concern of an engine oil leak, refer to Workshop Manual (WSM), Section 303-00 for oil leak inspection and testing methods. Ford has evaluated turbocharg
23L05 Mar 5, 2024
353000 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL
Special Field Action 23L05 Certain 2022 - 2023 Model Year Bronco Sport, and Certain 2023 Model Year Maverick Vehicles Mobile Hot Spot Credit
SSM 52314 Mar 1, 2024
100000 POWER TRAIN
During service and repair requiring removal and replacement of a crankshaft bolt and/or crankshaft damper, achieving proper torque of the crankshaft pulley bolt is critical. Incorrect torque may allow the bolt to loosen resulting in the tim
SSM 52307 Feb 29, 2024
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPass??A?/LincolnWay??A? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected
TSB 23-2335 Oct 27, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine built on or before 30-Nov-2022, 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine built on or before 28-Feb-2022 or 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair non-plug in hybrid elect
TSB 23-2335 Oct 27, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine built on or before 30-Nov-2022, 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 2.0L engine built on or before 28-Feb-2022 or 2020-2022 Escape/Corsair non-plug in hybrid elect
SSM 51998 Oct 19, 2023
140110 AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE:SOFTWARE
Some 2023 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on 6-Apr-2023 and through 11-May-2023 and 2023 Bronco Sport/Maverick vehicles built on 30-Jan-2023 and through 6-Jun-2023 may exhibit an illuminated air bag warning indicator with DTC B0082:1A stored
SSM 51998 Oct 19, 2023
140100 AIR BAGS: AIR BAG/RESTRAINT CONTROL MODULE
Some 2023 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on 6-Apr-2023 and through 11-May-2023 and 2023 Bronco Sport/Maverick vehicles built on 30-Jan-2023 and through 6-Jun-2023 may exhibit an illuminated air bag warning indicator with DTC B0082:1A stored
SSM 51998 Oct 19, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2023 Escape/Corsair vehicles built on 6-Apr-2023 and through 11-May-2023 and 2023 Bronco Sport/Maverick vehicles built on 30-Jan-2023 and through 6-Jun-2023 may exhibit an illuminated air bag warning indicator with DTC B0082:1A stored
TSB 23-2308 Oct 10, 2023
045100 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:DISC:CALIPER
Some 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle. To correct this
TSB 23-2308 Oct 10, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle. To correct this
TSB 23-2308 Oct 10, 2023
103910 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:INTERNAL:BEARINGS/BUSHINGS
Some 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit a moan noise when the vehicle is driven in reverse (R) in cold weather and/or high humidity. This may be due to the suspension sensitivity of the vehicle. To correct this
TSB 23-2307 Oct 5, 2023
353500 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:NAVIGATIONAL SYSTEM(GLOBAL POSITIONING SYSTEM)
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehi
TSB 23-2307 Oct 5, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehi
TSB 23-2307 Oct 5, 2023
118000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:SOFTWARE
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehi
TSB 23-2307 Oct 5, 2023
353610 EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:INFOTAINMENT:SOFTWARE
Some 2019-2020 Edge/F-150/Fusion/Continental/MKZ/Nautilus, 2019-2021 Mustang/Ranger/Transit Connect, 2020-2021 EcoSport/Escape/Expedition/Explorer/F-Super Duty/Aviator/Corsair/Navigator, 2021 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Explorer/Aviator vehi
SSM 51948 Sep 28, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2023 Escape, Corsair, Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles built on 01-May-2023 and through 22-Sep-2023 may exhibit a squeal and/or grinding noise and/or vibration from the front brakes while braking. This may be due to excessive wheel h
SSM 51948 Sep 28, 2023
046300 SERVICE BRAKES, AIR:ANTILOCK:WHEEL SPEED SENSOR
Some 2023 Escape, Corsair, Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles built on 01-May-2023 and through 22-Sep-2023 may exhibit a squeal and/or grinding noise and/or vibration from the front brakes while braking. This may be due to excessive wheel h
TSB 23-2298 Sep 26, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine built on 24-Jul-2021 and through 31-Aug-2023 may exhibit a hissing noise from rear liftgate area when driving straight between 35-50 MPH (56 80 Km/h). This may be due to the a
TSB 23-2298 Sep 26, 2023
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine built on 24-Jul-2021 and through 31-Aug-2023 may exhibit a hissing noise from rear liftgate area when driving straight between 35-50 MPH (56 80 Km/h). This may be due to the a
SSM 51944 Sep 22, 2023
080000 FUEL SYSTEM, DIESEL
2022-2023 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines should add local fuel once the vehicle arrive to the dealership to reduce the risk of driving performance issues such as: rough operation, idle quality, engine misfires,
23G01 Aug 31, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Application Performance Upgrade 23G01 - Certain 2023 Model Year Bronco Sport VehiclesMissing Floor Mats
TSB 23-2274 Aug 30, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2022-2023 Bronco Sport/Escape vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine and 2022-2023 Corsair vehicles equipped with a 2.5L engine, built on 01-Sep-2022 and through 06-Apr-2023, may exhibit a low coolant level with engine oil in the coolant
TSB 23-2267 Aug 23, 2023
120000 EXTERIOR LIGHTING
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles built on or before 01-Nov-2022 equipped with light emitting diode (LED) control module (A2C7636130500 printed onto the module label) may exhibit a condition where the daytime running lamps (DRLs) stay on
SSM 51874 Aug 21, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2020-2023 Escape vehicles may exhibit a rattle or flapping noise coming from the rear air extractors while driving. This may be due to the normal operation of the rear air extractors. To determine if this is
SSM 51874 Aug 21, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2020-2023 Escape vehicles may exhibit a rattle or flapping noise coming from the rear air extractors while driving. This may be due to the normal operation of the rear air extractors. To determine if this is
TSB 23-2259 Aug 16, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2020-2022 Escape built and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles, built on or before 28-Sep-2022, equipped with a 1.5L Ecoboost engine and a 8F35 transmission may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic troubl
TSB 23-2259 Aug 16, 2023
063140 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:CATALYTIC CONVERTOR
Some 2020-2022 Escape built and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles, built on or before 28-Sep-2022, equipped with a 1.5L Ecoboost engine and a 8F35 transmission may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic troubl
SSM 51838 Aug 2, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
In various 2017-2023 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, customers may receive a message in the FordPass or LincolnWay App stating Feature Unavailable. Since this is a fleet vehicle, it cannot access the (SYNC Connect) FordPass or LincolnWay app thr
SSM 51823 Aug 1, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2019-2023 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2023 Escape/Corsair, 2021-2023 Bronco Sport, 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit chatter/shudder during low speed turning events. This may be due to fluid contaminat
SSM 51823 Aug 1, 2023
980000 UNKNOWN OR OTHER
Some 2019-2023 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2023 Escape/Corsair, 2021-2023 Bronco Sport, 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit chatter/shudder during low speed turning events. This may be due to fluid contaminat
SSM 51823 Aug 1, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
Some 2019-2023 Edge/Nautilus, 2020-2023 Escape/Corsair, 2021-2023 Bronco Sport, 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles equipped with all wheel drive (AWD) may exhibit chatter/shudder during low speed turning events. This may be due to fluid contaminat
SSM 51808 Jul 21, 2023
162600 STRUCTURE:BODY:HATCHBACK/LIFTGATE
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine and active torque coupling differential may exhibit a hissing noise from rear liftgate area when driving between 35 to 50 MPH (56-80 Km/h). This condition could be eliminated
SSM 51800 Jul 19, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the accessory drive belt, such as during the coolant pump removal and installation procedure. The accessory drive belt removal and installation
SSM 51799 Jul 19, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Some 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with the 1.5L engine may exhibit a lugging vibration and/or boom noise while driving in gears 5-8 at approximately 1500 engine revolutions per minute (RPM). This may be felt
SSM 51799 Jul 19, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with the 1.5L engine may exhibit a lugging vibration and/or boom noise while driving in gears 5-8 at approximately 1500 engine revolutions per minute (RPM). This may be felt
SSM 51725 Jun 16, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2020-2023 Ford and Lincoln SYNC3 equipped vehicles may experience an inaccurate notification in the FordPassA?/LincolnWayA? app indicating Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode. Vehicle Has Entered Deep Sleep Mode message is expected if
SSM 51724 Jun 16, 2023
350000 EQUIPMENT
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine may exhibit: insufficient cooling from the air conditioning (A/C), under hood popping/knocking/hissing noises and/or under hood smoke, coolant stains and/or spills on to the A
SSM 51724 Jun 16, 2023
138000 VISIBILITY:DEFROSTER/DEFOGGER/HVAC SYSTEM
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L engine may exhibit: insufficient cooling from the air conditioning (A/C), under hood popping/knocking/hissing noises and/or under hood smoke, coolant stains and/or spills on to the A
SAN-Vol1 I1 Jun 8, 2023
355200 EQUIPMENT:OTHER:OWNERS/SERVICE/OTHER MANUAL
The Service Awareness Newsletter is an informal communication that contains information that may not be presently available in a TSB, SSM, GSB, or other electronic communication. This article includes information on warranty, technical serv
SSM 51656 May 23, 2023
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2022-2023 F-150/Bronco/Expedition/Navigator/Escape/Corsair/Bronco Sport/Edge/Mustang vehicles built on 04-Sep-2022 and through 30-Dec-2022 may exhibit an illuminated malfunction indicator lamp (MIL) with diagnostic trouble codes (DTC)
TSB 23-2156 May 19, 2023
170000 LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES
Some 2020-2023 Escape/Corsair, 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles may exhibit a condition where the door(s) do not open using the exterior door handle(s). This may be due to an enabled permanent engagement inertia lock w
SSM 51613 May 8, 2023
102900 POWER TRAIN:MANUAL TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Some 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles built on 04-Sep-2022 and through 30-Dec-2022 may exhibit the engine not restarting after an auto start/stop event with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P164C stored in the powertrain control mo
SSM 51613 May 8, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles built on 04-Sep-2022 and through 30-Dec-2022 may exhibit the engine not restarting after an auto start/stop event with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P164C stored in the powertrain control mo
SSM 51613 May 8, 2023
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Some 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles built on 04-Sep-2022 and through 30-Dec-2022 may exhibit the engine not restarting after an auto start/stop event with diagnostic trouble code (DTC) P164C stored in the powertrain control mo
SSM 51576 Apr 25, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Some 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles built on 20-Dec-2022 and through 16-Jan-2023 may exhibit a warning message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC) indicating Rear Park Aid Not Available  Sensor Blocked  See Manual. This may be to
SSM 51541 Apr 5, 2023
130000 VISIBILITY
All 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles have a headlamp low beam pattern with a dark band above the vertical reference line. It is by design that there is no light directed in this area to satisfy regulatory requirements and also to minimize gl
SSM 51541 Apr 5, 2023
110000 ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
All 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles have a headlamp low beam pattern with a dark band above the vertical reference line. It is by design that there is no light directed in this area to satisfy regulatory requirements and also to minimize gl
SSM 51536 Apr 4, 2023
160000 STRUCTURE
For 2000-2024 Ford and Lincoln vehicles, swapping a module from a vehicle for diagnosis purposes is likely to cause errors and is not recommended. It is also not recommended to order a replacement module using a vehicle identification numbe
SSM 51537 Apr 4, 2023
103100 POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Some 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles may exhibit an illuminated MIL with diagnostic trouble codes (DTCs) P025A, P025B, P00C6, P008A, P0627 and/or U0109 stored in the powertrain control module (PCM). This may be due to an intermittent or par
22N18 Mar 14, 2023
060000 ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING
Certain 2021-2023 Model Year Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Model Year Escape Vehicles with a 3-cylinder 1.5L Engine Replacement of High-Pressure Fuel Injectors
SSM 51261 Dec 16, 2022
030000 BRAKES (PWS)
Some Ford and Lincoln vehicles may exhibit noise when the brakes are applied. When diagnosing and repairing brake noise conditions, use the Workshop Manual (WSM) and the appropriate pinpoint test in section 206-00. The brake rotors should o
SSM 51011 Aug 10, 2022
100000 POWER TRAIN
Some 2018-2022 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with the 8F35 transmission built on or before 16-Mar-2022 may exhibit transmission slip during acceleration from a stop when hot. This may be due damaged internal case half pump seals (7N265

NHTSA Safety Investigations, FORD BRONCO SPORT

Investigations opened by NHTSA into potential safety defects. These are separate from recalls and may or may not result in a recall.

RQ24014 Opened: Nov 15, 2024 , Closed: Oct 10, 2025
RQ, Closed , Model Year: 2021
Loss of Motive Power
On January 31, 2024, The Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened a Preliminary Evaluation (PE24002) to investigate loss of motive power allegations in model year (MY) 2021 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. Consumers reported a loss of engine power accompanied by complete electrical system failure eit... Read more
RQ24008 Opened: Apr 11, 2024 , Closed: Oct 30, 2025
RQ, Closed , Model Year: 2022
Underhood fires caused by fuel leak
On April 11, 2024, NHTSA’s Office of Defects Investigation (“ODI”) opened this Recall Query (“RQ”) to investigate the adequacy of, including various safety concerns associated with, the remedy program in recalls 22V-859 (filed Nov. 18, 2022) and 24V-187 (filed Mar. 8, 2024). The vehicle po... Read more
PE24002 Opened: Jan 31, 2024 , Closed: Aug 19, 2024
PE, Closed , Model Year: 2021
Loss of Motive Power
On January 31, 2024, the Office of Defects Investigation (ODI) opened PE24002 to investigate allegations of loss of motive power in model year (MY) 2021 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. At that time, ODI had received 31 Vehicle Owner Questionnaires (VOQs), with consumers commonly reporting a loss of engi... Read more

FORD BRONCO SPORT - All Years Overview

Complete safety history for the FORD BRONCO SPORT across all model years (2021, 2026).

64 Total Recalls
2,026 Total Complaints
3 Investigations
93 Reported Crashes
35 Reported Fires
0 Reported Deaths

FORD BRONCO SPORT - Year by Year

Compare recalls and complaints across model years. Click any year to see full details.

Year Recalls Complaints
2026 4 10 View
2025 7 49 View
2024 8 170 View
2023 (current) 14 225
2022 15 528 View
2021 16 1,044 View

Other FORD Models

Model Recalls Complaints
MUSTANG 1,104 11,600 View
RANGER 928 10,371 View
F-350 SD 776 2,363 View
F-450 SD 692 624 View
F-150 692 46,142 View
F-250 SD 638 3,635 View
EXPLORER 624 42,549 View
F-550 SD 578 603 View