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Ford Bronco Sport

32 recalls affect this vehicle. Sorted by severity, then date.

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  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V550000·2026-08-25

    Ford Recalls 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport for Joint Issues

    Ford is recalling 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles because improperly tightened joints may lead to detached parts or loss of vehicle control.

    Product
    FORD — FORD MAVERICK, F-150, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V548000·2026-08-25

    Ford Recalls 2026 Vehicles for Engine Piston Dome Manufacturing Defect

    Ford is recalling 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles because incorrectly manufactured engine piston domes may fail, causing a loss of drive power.

    Product
    FORD — FORD EXPLORER, BRONCO SPORT, BRONCO, RANGER
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V201000·2026-03-31

    2025–2026 Ford Bronco Sport and Maverick Occupant Sensor Recall

    Ford is recalling certain 2025–2026 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles because the front passenger occupant classification sensor may fail to detect a passenger, risking failure of the airbag to deploy in a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD MAVERICK, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V685000·2025-10-10

    Ford and Lincoln vehicles recalled over engine block heater fire risk

    Ford is recalling 59,006 vehicles across many Ford and Lincoln lines because the engine block heater may crack and leak coolant, short circuiting when plugged in.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN EXPLORER, FUSION, CORSAIR, MKC
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V467000·2025-07-11

    Ford Bronco Sport and Escape fuel injectors may crack and leak

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles with 1.5L engines because a fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment. 694,271 vehicles affected.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V019000·2025-01-17

    Ford Bronco Sport and Maverick 12-volt batteries can suddenly fail

    Ford is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles because the 12-volt battery may degrade and suddenly fail, cutting electrical accessories or drive power.

    Product
    FORD — FORD MAVERICK, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V223000·2024-03-22

    Ford Maverick and Bronco Sport tires may have been manufactured incorrectly

    Ford is recalling certain 2023 Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles because the tires may have been manufactured incorrectly, which may result in a loss of vehicle handling and control.

    Product
    FORD — FORD MAVERICK, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V340000·2026-05-27

    Ford Maverick and Bronco Sport Front Control Arm Ball Joint Detachment Recall

    Ford is recalling certain 2021–2026 Bronco Sport and 2022–2026 Maverick vehicles due to potentially loose or improperly installed front lower control arm ball joints that could disconnect from the wheel knuckle, risking loss of vehicle control and crashes.

    Product
    FORD — FORD MAVERICK, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V239000·2026-04-14

    2026 Ford Bronco Sport Engine Block Heater Fire Risk Recall

    Ford is recalling certain 2026 Bronco Sport vehicles with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and block heater because the heater may overheat when plugged in while parked, increasing fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD MAVERICK, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·26V122000·2026-03-03

    2025 Ford Vehicles Recalled for EGR Valve Failure Risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2025 vehicles due to a potential EGR valve failure that could cause an unexpected loss of drive power, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD NAUTILUS, CORSAIR, RANGER, MUSTANG
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V788000·2025-11-14

    Bronco models recalled because the instrument cluster may fail at startup

    Ford is recalling 229,609 model year 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles because the instrument panel cluster may fail at startup, hiding warning lights and vehicle speed.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT, BRONCO
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V442000·2025-06-27

    Ford rearview cameras may show a blank or persistent image

    Ford is recalling a wide range of 2018-2024 vehicles because a software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or leave the image on screen after backing has ended.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN F-250 SD, ECOSPORT, EDGE, FUSION
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V372000·2025-06-03

    2025 Ford Escape Cylinder Head Defect Causes Oil Leaks

    Ford is recalling 2023-2025 Escape and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles with defective cylinder heads that may cause oil leaks, loss of drive power, and fire risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V343000·2025-05-23

    Ford engine block heaters can overheat while plugged in and parked

    Ford is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, Maverick, Bronco Sport, Lincoln Nautilus and Corsair vehicles with engine block heaters because the heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked and plugged in.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN BRONCO SPORT, ESCAPE, MAVERICK, CORSAIR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V158000·2025-03-14

    Ford Bronco Sport battery charge detection repair was performed incorrectly

    Ford is recalling certain Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall 24V-267, because control modules may not detect a low 12-volt battery charge.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT, MAVERICK
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V165000·2025-03-14

    Ford Escape fuel injector repair under earlier recalls was incorrect

    Ford is recalling certain Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recalls 22V-859 or 24V-187, because a fuel injector may crack and leak fuel.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·25V049000·2025-01-31

    Ford Recalls 2025 Models for Instrument Panel Illumination Defect

    Ford is recalling 2025 Bronco Sport, Escape, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles because the instrument panel may fail to illuminate, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN BRONCO SPORT, ESCAPE, CORSAIR
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V683000·2024-09-13

    2024 Ford Bronco Sport Control Module Software Update for Battery Detection

    Certain 2024 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles are recalled because their control modules may fail to detect battery charge changes, potentially resulting in loss of drive power or hazard lights and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V594000·2024-08-09

    Ford windshield wiper motor failure recall affects Mach-E and other models

    Ford is recalling certain 2023–2024 Mustang Mach-E, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles because the windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, reducing visibility and increasing crash risk. Dealers will replace the motor free of charge.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT, MAVERICK, MUSTANG MACH E
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V267000·2024-04-12

    Ford Bronco Sport Control Module Failure May Disable Drive Power

    Ford is recalling Bronco Sport and Maverick models due to control module defects that may fail to detect low battery charge, potentially disabling drive power and increasing crash risk. Dealers will provide free recalibration.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT, MAVERICK
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·24V187000·2024-03-08

    Ford Bronco Sport and Escape fuel injector fire risk recall

    Ford is recalling the 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape with 1.5L engines due to a fuel injector that may crack and leak fuel, creating a fire risk in the engine compartment.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·23V021000·2023-01-23

    2023 Ford Bronco Sport recalled for ABS module brake defect

    Ford is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles because valves inside the ABS module may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing an internal leak. This can lead to unexpected brake pedal travel or unexpected movement, increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V859000·2022-11-18

    Ford Escape and Bronco Sport fuel injector leak fire risk

    Ford is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles with 1.5L engines due to fuel injector cracks that may leak fuel and increase fire risk. Ford will update engine control software and install a drain tube.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V787000·2022-10-20

    2022 Ford Bronco Sport Fuel Pump Module Bracket May Cause Engine Stall

    Ford is recalling certain 2022 Bronco Sport vehicles due to a fuel pump control module bracket that may not be properly secured to the fuel tank. If the bracket fails, the engine may stall, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V686000·2022-09-14

    2022 Ford F-150 Parking Light Flickering Defect Recall

    Ford is recalling 2022 F-150 trucks and 2022-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles due to a lighting control module defect causing parking light flickering when headlights are activated. The flickering reduces visibility and increases crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD F-150, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·22V191000·2022-03-25

    2021 Ford Escape Engine Oil Separator May Crack and Leak

    Ford is recalling 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport with 1.5L engines. The oil separator housing may crack and leak, creating fire risk near hot engine components.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V922000·2021-11-23

    2022 Ford Escape Recalled for Rear Brake Lining Manufacturing Defect

    Ford is recalling 2021-2022 Escape and Bronco Sport vehicles with rear brake linings that may have been manufactured incorrectly. This can affect braking performance, extending stopping distance and increasing crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD ESCAPE, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V809000·2021-10-15

    2021 Ford Bronco Sport Moonroof Glass May Detach from Vehicle

    Ford is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles because the moonroof glass may not be bonded correctly to the frame and could detach. A detached glass panel could become a road hazard and increase crash risk.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V625000·2021-08-10

    2021 Lincoln Corsair fuel delivery module leak recall

    Ford is recalling 2021 Lincoln Corsair vehicles due to a fuel delivery module that may leak, causing low fuel pressure and engine stall, which increases the risk of a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD, LINCOLN ESCAPE, CORSAIR, BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V074000·2021-02-16

    2021 Ford Bronco Sport recall: defective front lower control arms

    Ford is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles with defective front lower control arms that may affect handling and increase rollover risk. Owners should contact Ford for a free inspection and replacement.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V075000·2021-02-16

    2021 Ford Bronco Sport recalled for loose rear suspension bolts

    Ford is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles because the rear suspension subframe bolts may be loose or missing. Loose bolts could affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Product
    FORD — FORD BRONCO SPORT
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide
  • Severity pendingNHTSA·21V011000·2021-01-15

    Ford Escape rear drive axle lubricant defect may cause loss of control

    Ford is recalling approximately 147 2020 Ford Escape vehicles and related models due to inadequate lubricant in the rear drive unit, which may cause the rear axle to seize and result in loss of vehicle control and crash risk.

    Product
    LINCOLN — LINCOLN, FORD NAUTILUS, EDGE, BRONCO SPORT, ESCAPE
    Category
    Vehicle
    Distribution
    Distributed nationwide

NHTSA crash-test safety rating

Federal 5-Star Safety Rating from crash testing. This is a separate government program from the recall(s) above — a high star rating says nothing about whether a specific recall has been fixed, and a recall says nothing about crash-test performance.

Source: NHTSA New Car Assessment Program (NCAP), a federal crash-test program — not a recall record.

Wider context for this vehicle

Beyond the official recalls above. These are third-party figures derived from NHTSA complaint data — useful signal, but not part of our verified recall record.

Federal investigations — 2 open

  • EA26004 Engineering Analysis · open · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • PE25020 Preliminary Evaluation · engine and engine cooling:engine:gasoline:belts and associated pulleys
  • RQ24014 Recall Query · electrical system:12v/24v/48v battery
  • PE24019 Preliminary Evaluation · fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
  • PE24014 Preliminary Evaluation · open · fuel system, diesel
  • RQ24008 Recall Query · fuel system, gasoline:fuel injection system:injectors

Complaint clusters with no matching recall

  • 2021 · powertrain 158 complaints, median 54,000 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2022 · powertrain 60 complaints, median 33,500 mi
    Includes 1 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.
  • 2024 · powertrain 20 complaints
    Includes 2 alleging a fire. Unverified owner allegations from complaint filings — not confirmed by any agency.

Technical service bulletins

243 manufacturer service bulletins across 6 model years. A TSB is repair guidance to dealers, not a safety recall.

Third-party reliability score

  • 2026: 4.4/5
  • 2025: 4.3/5
  • 2024: 3.1/5 · 104 complaints · most complained-of: electrical
  • 2023: 2.4/5 · 151 complaints · most complained-of: fuel-system
  • 2022: 2.1/5 · 351 complaints · most complained-of: powertrain

This is ProblemsByVin’s own published heuristic (1 worst – 5 best), not an official rating and unrelated to our severity scale.

Data on this panel comes from ProblemsByVin, derived from US NHTSA owner complaints and recalls, and licensed CC BY 4.0. It is not published by a federal agency and is not part of our verified recall record.

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