Ford Bronco complaints by model year
1,643 owner complaints filed with NHTSA. Red numbers above the columns are recall campaigns for that model year.
| Model year | Complaints | Crashes | Fires | Recall campaigns |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 8 | 1 | 0 | 9 |
| 2025 | 53 | 5 | 2 | 19 |
| 2024 | 77 | 4 | 3 | 16 |
| 2023 | 227 | 6 | 3 | 18 |
| 2022 | 379 | 6 | 2 | 23 |
| 2021 | 229 | 6 | 3 | 20 |
| 1999 | 2 | 0 | 1 | 0 |
| 1998 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1997 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1996 | 81 | 6 | 23 | 1 |
| 1995 | 94 | 7 | 18 | 1 |
| 1994 | 91 | 6 | 12 | 3 |
| 1993 | 40 | 4 | 2 | 5 |
| 1992 | 37 | 1 | 2 | 2 |
| 1991 | 32 | 1 | 10 | 1 |
| 1990 | 56 | 3 | 13 | 1 |
| 1989 | 84 | 2 | 18 | 2 |
| 1988 | 52 | 5 | 21 | 1 |
| 1987 | 34 | 3 | 12 | 1 |
| 1986 | 27 | 3 | 7 | 1 |
| 1985 | 20 | 3 | 8 | 1 |
| 1984 | 10 | 1 | 5 | 3 |
| 1983 | 4 | 0 | 1 | 1 |
| 1982 | 1 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
| 1981 | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 |
Counts are owner reports, not failure rates. Higher sales years tend to draw more reports. Source: NHTSA ODI, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Among the last 15 model years at least five years old; newer years are left out because owners are still filing reports. Every year compared →
Problem areas by model year
Complaints that name each component, 1996–2026. Darker cells mean more reports. One complaint can name several components.
| Component | 1996 | 1997 | 1998 | 1999 | 2021 | 2022 | 2023 | 2024 | 2025 | 2026 |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 14 | 65 | 90 | 3 | 3 | 0 |
| Engine | 0 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 69 | 52 | 19 | 6 | 9 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 10 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 29 | 39 | 22 | 18 | 15 | 2 |
| Unknown or other | 2 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 28 | 42 | 19 | 22 | 9 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 15 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 22 | 42 | 16 | 9 | 7 | 0 |
| Power train | 8 | 0 | 0 | 1 | 9 | 40 | 22 | 6 | 5 | 1 |
| Suspension | 5 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 24 | 27 | 13 | 6 | 2 | 0 |
| Structure | 3 | 0 | 0 | 0 | 11 | 25 | 15 | 14 | 4 | 2 |
Source: NHTSA ODI owner complaints, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Ford Bronco recalls (65)
Recall campaigns NHTSA lists for at least one Bronco model year, newest first.
| Campaign | Filed | What | Model years | Repaired |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 26V580000 | Sep 9, 2026 | Bracket May Tear Side Curtain Air Bag | 2026 | — |
| 26V548000 | Aug 25, 2026 | Improperly Manufactured Pistons May Fail | 2026 | — |
| 26V468000 | Jul 20, 2026 | Engine Compartment Fire | 2021–2026 | — |
| 26V403000 | Jun 24, 2026 | Fender Flare May Detach | 2022–2026 | — |
| 26V343000 | May 27, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power from Engine Failure | 2025, 2026 | — |
| 26V335000 | May 26, 2026 | Incorrect Tire and Weight Capacity Information/FMVSS 110 | 2026 | 51.9% |
| 26V299000 | May 12, 2026 | Hard Top May Crack and Detach | 2021, 2022 | — |
| 26V268000 | Apr 28, 2026 | Loose Bolt in Front Seat Frame | 2024, 2025, 2026 | 33.9% |
| 26V236000 | Apr 14, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power due to Transmission Misalignment | 2021–2025 | — |
| 26V124000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Rearview Camera Image May Not Display | 2021–2026 | 85.7% |
| 26V122000 | Mar 3, 2026 | Loss of Drive Power from EGR Valve Failure | 2025 | — |
| 25V888000 | Dec 18, 2025 | Rearview Camera May Fail to Turn Off/FMVSS 111 | 2021, 2022 | 25.7% |
| 25V823000 | Dec 1, 2025 | Loss of Power Brake Assist | 2025 | 46.4% |
| 25V788000 | Nov 14, 2025 | Instrument Panel Display Failure | 2025, 2026 | 97.7% |
| 25V721000 | Oct 23, 2025 | Loose Bolt in Driver's Seat Frame | 2021, 2022, 2023 | 19.7% |
Only NHTSA and your automaker know whether your specific car was repaired. Open a model-year page for each campaign's official text, or check your VIN on NHTSA.
Check on NHTSA ↗Fuel economy by model year
EPA combined mpg range across engine and transmission configurations. Your mileage will vary. Source: EPA, retrieved Oct 6, 2026.
Where to next
Ford Bronco FAQ
How many recalls has the Ford Bronco had?
NHTSA lists 65 recall campaigns that cover at least one Ford Bronco model year from 1981 to 2026. Each campaign card on the model-year pages has NHTSA's official text and the repair completion rate. Only NHTSA's VIN lookup can tell you whether a specific car was repaired.
Which Ford Bronco year has the most complaints?
Among the last 15 model years with settled counts, the 2021 drew the most owner complaints filed with NHTSA (229) and the 1997 the fewest (1). Counts are owner reports, not failure rates, and sales volume affects them.
What are the most common Ford Bronco problems?
Across the 1996–2026 model years, owners most often name the visibility/wiper, engine, electrical system in complaints filed with NHTSA.
What mpg does the Ford Bronco get?
EPA rates the 2026 Ford Bronco at 15 to 20 mpg combined, depending on engine and transmission.
How this page was madeSources, processing, limits, review and changes
Data sources
- NHTSA recalls by vehicle
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - US DOT recall completion rates (data.transportation.gov)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA ODI owner complaints
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - NHTSA NCAP 5-Star Safety Ratings
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EPA fuel economy data (licence confirmation pending)
Retrieved Oct 6, 2026 - EIA weekly retail gasoline prices
Weekly, all taxes included
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.