Across the 6 model years we’ve synced, NHTSA lists 66 recall campaigns and 1,404 owner complaints for the Ford Bronco Sport. The 2021 model year has the most complaints (709).
| Year | Recalls | Complaints | Crashes | NCAP overall | MPG comb. | |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 6 | 8 | 1 | 5 of 5 | 24 | |
| 2025 | 7 | 40 | 5 | 5 of 5 | 24 | |
| 2024 | 8 | 115 | 5 | 5 of 5 | 25 | |
| 2023 | 14 | 162 | 9 | 5 of 5 | 25 | |
| 2022 | 15 | 370 | 13 | 5 of 5 | 25 | |
| 2021 | 16 | 709 | 18 | 5 of 5 | 25 |
Complaints are unverified owner reports to NHTSA and are not normalized for sales volume. One complaint can cite several components.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Explorer, Bronco, Bronco Sport, Mustang, and Ranger vehicles. The engine piston domes may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can result in piston dome failure and lead to a loss of drive power.
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Maverick, F-150, and Bronco Sport vehicles. Certain vehicle joints may be improperly tightened. This can lead to detached parts, unsecured cargo, degraded crash protection, electrical system failure, or a loss of vehicle stability.
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.