Ford Bronco Sport recalls & complaint record (MY 2021–2026)

Q: How many recalls does the Ford Bronco Sport have?

As of July 10, 2026, NHTSA lists 30 recall campaigns for the Ford Bronco Sport (MY 2021–2026). Each is a free remedy — the manufacturer repairs the defect at no cost. The full dated campaign list is above.

Q: What is the most serious Bronco Sport recall?

The most safety-critical is campaign 26V340000 (May 27, 2026, Suspension): A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. NHTSA attached a “do not drive” (Park It) advisory, urging owners not to drive until the free repair is done.

By the EVCostIQ research desk · reviewed against our public methodology · every source dated on this page

As of July 10, 2026, the U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) lists 30 recall campaigns and 1,223 consumer complaints for the Ford Bronco Sport (MY 2021–2026). The most-reported complaint areas are Electrical System, Engine, Power Train. Every recall is a free remedy — an open recall is repaired at no cost — so a recall adds nothing to what the Bronco Sport costs to own. One campaign carries an NHTSA “do not drive” (Park It) advisory — see the timeline below.

Every Ford Bronco Sport recall campaign, by year

All 30 NHTSA recall campaigns on file for the Bronco Sport (MY 2021–2026), newest first. A recall is a free remedy — the manufacturer repairs the defect at no cost. Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov), data as of July 10, 2026.

2026 — 4 campaigns

Suspension26V340000 · May 27, 2026 · about 4,653 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Do not drive until repaired — NHTSA “Park It” advisory.
Equipment26V239000 · April 14, 2026 · about 55 vehicles
Risk: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied.
Air Bags26V201000 · March 31, 2026 · about 3,170 vehicles
Risk: Failure to correctly detect a passenger may result in the air bag not deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, free of charge.
Engine And Engine Cooling26V122000 · March 3, 2026 · about 47,804 vehicles
Risk: An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge.

2025 — 10 campaigns

Electrical System25V788000 · November 14, 2025 · about 229,609 vehicles
Risk: An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge.
Equipment25V685000 · October 10, 2025 · about 59,006 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Fuel System25V467000 · July 11, 2025 · about 694,271 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Back Over Prevention25V442000 · June 27, 2025 · about 200,237 vehicles
Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge.
Engine25V372000 · June 3, 2025 · about 404 vehicles
Risk: An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge.
Electrical System25V343000 · May 23, 2025 · about 6,781 vehicles
Risk: An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge.
Power Train25V158000 · March 14, 2025 · about 48,041 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Fuel System25V165000 · March 14, 2025 · about 33,576 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Electrical System25V049000 · January 31, 2025 · about 298 vehicles
Risk: An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge.
Electrical System25V019000 · January 17, 2025 · about 272,817 vehicles
Risk: 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.

2024 — 5 campaigns

Power Train24V683000 · September 13, 2024 · about 76 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Visibility24V594000 · August 9, 2024 · about 86,852 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Electrical System24V267000 · April 12, 2024 · about 456,565 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Tires24V223000 · March 22, 2024 · about 115 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Fuel System24V187000 · March 8, 2024 · about 42,652 vehicles
Risk: 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.

2023 — 1 campaign

Service Brakes23V021000 · January 23, 2023 · about 801 vehicles
Risk: 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.

2022 — 4 campaigns

Fuel System22V859000 · November 18, 2022 · about 521,746 vehicles
Risk: 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.
Fuel System22V787000 · October 20, 2022 · about 26 vehicles
Risk: An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge.
Exterior Lighting22V686000 · September 14, 2022 · about 86,050 vehicles
Risk: Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge.
Engine And Engine Cooling22V191000 · March 25, 2022 · about 345,451 vehicles
Risk: An oil 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 inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge.

2021 — 6 campaigns

Service Brakes21V922000 · November 23, 2021 · about 114,666 vehicles
Risk: During certain situations, the driver may have to apply more brake pedal force, and the distance required to stop the vehicle may be extended, increasing the risk of a…
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge.
Visibility21V809000 · October 15, 2021 · about 1,036 vehicles
Risk: A detached glass panel can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass date code and replace the glass, if necessary, free of charge.
Fuel System21V625000 · August 10, 2021 · about 13,773 vehicles
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge.
Suspension21V074000 · February 16, 2021 · about 106 vehicles
Risk: An incorrect lower control arm may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a rollover crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front lower control arms, if necessary, free of charge.
Suspension21V075000 · February 16, 2021 · about 1,638 vehicles
Risk: Loose or missing bolts may affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear suspension bolts, and secure or replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge.
Power Train21V011000 · January 15, 2021 · about 147 vehicles
Risk: If the rear drive unit seizes, there may be a loss of drive and/or a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level.

Where the Bronco Sport’s recalls and complaints cluster

Recalls by component (30 campaigns total): Fuel System (6), Electrical System (5), Suspension (3), Power Train (3), Equipment (2), Engine And Engine Cooling (2), Visibility (2), Service Brakes (2), and 5 other components.

Complaints by reported area (1,223 total; a single complaint can cite more than one area): Electrical System (336), Engine (262), Power Train (260), Service Brakes (188), Fuel System (134), Gasoline (132).

Recall counts are NHTSA campaign records; complaint counts are consumer reports. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA.

Crash, fire, injury and death reports

Across those consumer complaints, NHTSA’s records for the Bronco Sport (MY 2021–2026) include 42 crash reports, 36 fire reports, 37 injury reports and 0 reports of a death. Complaints are unverified reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA.

Do recalls affect what the Bronco Sport costs to own?

No direct cost. A recall is a free remedy: the manufacturer must repair the defect at no charge, so an open or completed recall adds nothing to the 5-year cost of ownership.
Resale is the one caveat. An unrepaired recall can make a used Bronco Sport harder to sell or trade in — a buyer or dealer may want it fixed first — but the fix itself is still free, and completing it removes that friction.
How our totals treat it. Our 5-year cost-of-ownership totals use market-level depreciation estimates; they are not adjusted per recall campaign. See the honest 5-year cost to own: 2026 Ford Bronco Sport 4WD cost to own →.

Recalls & complaints — FAQ

How many recalls does the Ford Bronco Sport have?

As of July 10, 2026, NHTSA lists 30 recall campaigns for the Ford Bronco Sport (MY 2021–2026). Each is a free remedy — the manufacturer repairs the defect at no cost. The full dated campaign list is above.

What is the most serious Bronco Sport recall?

The most safety-critical is campaign 26V340000 (May 27, 2026, Suspension): A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash. NHTSA attached a “do not drive” (Park It) advisory, urging owners not to drive until the free repair is done.

How do I check if my Bronco Sport has an open recall?

Enter your 17-character VIN at NHTSA’s free recall lookup, nhtsa.gov/recalls. It shows any open (unrepaired) recall for your exact vehicle, and recall repairs are always free at a franchised dealer.

Do recalls make the Bronco Sport cheaper or more expensive to own?

Neither, directly — recall repairs are free, so they add nothing to the cost of ownership. An unrepaired recall can make a used one harder to resell, but our 5-year cost totals use market-level depreciation and are not adjusted per campaign. See the Bronco Sport cost to own.

About this data

All powertrains and trims. Figures cover all powertrains and trims sold under the Bronco Sport nameplate for the model years shown (MY 2021–2026).
A recall is a free fix. A recall means the manufacturer must remedy a safety defect free of charge; it is not the same as a breakdown or a repair bill.
Complaints are unverified. Consumer complaints are unverified reports submitted by consumers to NHTSA — a signal of what owners report, not confirmed defects.

Source: NHTSA (nhtsa.gov), data as of July 10, 2026.