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2024 Ford Bronco Sport: Problems, Recalls and MPG

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NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport, most recently filed May 2026. Owners have filed 109 complaints with NHTSA, most often about the electrical system. In NHTSA crash tests it earned 5 stars overall.

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Recalls (8)

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Check whether yours was repaired with NHTSA's free VIN lookup ↗

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Listed for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Not checked against your VIN.
NHTSA: Do not drive. NHTSA says owners should not drive these vehicles until the recall repair is done. What a Do Not Drive recall means
Recall 26V340000 Filed May 27, 2026

Do Not Drive: Loss of Control from Control Arm Separation

Suspension · front · control arm · lower ball joint
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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 knuckle.
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.Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.
Repair progress not yet reported4,653 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 26V340000
Listed for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V685000 Filed Oct 10, 2025

Engine Block Heater May Short Circuit and Cause Fire

Equipment · electrical · engine block heater
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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 to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
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. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.
Repair progress not yet reported59,006 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V685000
Listed for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V467000 Filed Jul 11, 2025

Cracked Fuel Injector May Leak and Cause a Fire

Fuel system, gasoline · fuel injection system
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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 the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.
Repair progress not yet reported694,271 vehicles potentially affected
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V467000
Listed for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V442000 Filed Jun 27, 2025

Rearview Camera Image May Not Display

Back over prevention · software
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
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.
54.8% repairedof 200,237 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V442000
Listed for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 25V158000 Filed Mar 14, 2025

Loss of Drive Power from Undetected Low Battery

Electrical system · body control module/bcm
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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.
96.2% repairedof 48,041 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 25V158000
Listed for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 24V683000 Filed Sep 13, 2024

Loss of Drive Power from Undetected Low Battery

Electrical system · body control module/bcm
Official NHTSA text
Summary
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco Sport 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 update the body control module and powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S60. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under 24V-267 will need to have the new remedy performed.
96.1% repairedof 76 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V683000
Listed for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 24V594000 Filed Aug 9, 2024

Windshield Wiper Motor May Fail

Visibility · windshield wiper/washer · motor
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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.
84.2% repairedof 86,852 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V594000
Listed for 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. Not checked against your VIN.
Recall 24V267000 Filed Apr 12, 2024

Loss of Drive Power from Undetected Low Battery

Electrical system · body control module/bcm
Official NHTSA text
Summary
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.
91.1% repairedof 456,565 vehicles
Manufacturer report to NHTSA · Source: US DOT recall completion data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026
Check your VIN on NHTSA or ask a dealer to check campaign 24V267000

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Owner complaints (109)

109 complaints filed with NHTSA (owner reports, not verified findings). The electrical system is mentioned most often.

5involved a crash
7involved a fire
2injuries reported
0deaths reported

As reported by owners in their complaints. These are reports, not NHTSA findings.

Most-reported components

Complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport, by component (top 10). One complaint can list several components, so these add up to more than 109.Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints · Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 · Report a data error

How 2024 compares with other Bronco Sport years

Best and worst Bronco Sport years →
202120222023202420252026
This year (2024)Other yearsStill collecting reports

Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Owners are still filing reports for recent model years, so these counts will grow. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Crash tests: 5 stars overall

Overall★★★★★
Frontal crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side crashDriver 5★ · Passenger 5★★★★★★
Side pole★★★★★
RolloverRollover risk 17.4%★★★★☆
Front seat of a modern car with the seat belt buckled across the passenger seat
Compare fairly. Compare stars only between vehicles of similar size and weight. Ratings apply to the tested configuration.

Source: NHTSA 5-Star Safety Ratings (NCAP), 2024 Ford Bronco Sport suv 4wd, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.

Fuel economy: up to 26 mpg combined

26
mpg combined
25
city
29
highway
EPA annual fuel cost
$2,600
CO₂ tailpipe
342 g/mi
EPA class
Small Sport Utility Vehicle

What it costs you to run

$2,512per year
$209per month
577gallons a year

Miles ÷ 26 mpg × $4.354 (EIA US average regular, week of Oct 5, 2026, all taxes included). Source: EPA · EIA.

EPA label estimates from lab tests; your mileage will vary.

Specs by configuration

2024 Ford Bronco Sport configurations with EPA data
Engine · transmissionDriveCity / Hwy / CombEPA $/yrCO₂ g/mi
1.5 L 3-cyl · 8-speed automaticAll-Wheel Drive25 / 29 / 26$2,600342
2 L 4-cyl · 8-speed automaticPart-time 4-Wheel Drive21 / 26 / 23$2,900386

Source: EPA fuel economy data, retrieved Oct 6, 2026. Configurations are listed when EPA and NHTSA records match.

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2024 Ford Bronco Sport FAQ

How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport have?

NHTSA lists 8 recall campaigns: 26V340000 (suspension), 25V685000 (engine), 25V467000 (fuel system), 25V442000 (rear camera), 25V158000 (electrical), 24V683000 (electrical), 24V594000 (visibility), 24V267000 (electrical). Use NHTSA's VIN lookup to see whether a specific car was repaired.

What are the most common 2024 Ford Bronco Sport problems?

Owners filed 109 complaints with NHTSA. Electrical system (27), Engine (24), Fuel/propulsion system (21) are mentioned most. These are owner reports, not verified findings.

What mpg does the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport get?

EPA rates the 1.5 L 3-cyl · 8-speed automatic version at 25 city, 29 highway and 26 combined mpg. Other configurations are listed in the fuel economy section.

What safety rating did the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport get?

NHTSA rated the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport suv 4wd 5 stars overall, with 5 stars frontal, 5 stars side and 4 stars rollover (17.4% rollover risk).

How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes

Processing

  • Complaints are counted per component. One complaint can list several, so component totals add up to more than the total.
  • Fuel cost = miles per year ÷ EPA combined mpg × EIA weekly price for your region.

Limitations

  • Complaint counts are owner reports, not verified findings or failure rates. There is no sales denominator.
  • Recall campaigns are listed for the model year. Only NHTSA and the automaker know whether a specific car was repaired.
  • Recent model years are still collecting reports.

Review

Data compiled automatically from the official files listed here.

Changelog

  • 2026-10-06 Data refreshed from the official files.
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