Brake complaints by model year
Which parts fail
Components named in complaints (service brakes, ABS, rotors and pads, parking brake).
Mileage when the problem started
What owners report
2025 Bronco Do not drive your vehicle until your recall service is complete. Safety Recalls* Loose or missing upper ball joint fastener Recall incomplete Loose or missing upper ball joint fastener Recall incomplete Front upper control arm to knuckle ball joint loose or missing fastener Recall incomplete Inspect seat bolt presence and torque - recall is unable to be performed at this time. Please check the fsa landing page for more details. Recall incomplete Do not drive - front lower arm to frame attachment fastener inspection Recall incomplete Transmission main control valve body replacement Recall incomplete Rear door child safety lock inspection Recall incomplete Passenger airbag replacement Recall incomplete
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a right turn, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle remained at the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200.
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection? The brake system on my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport failed to respond for approximately 2-3 seconds after I pressed the brake pedal. This occurred immediately after freeing my foot from underneath the gas pedal while cruise control was active. The vehicle is available for inspection. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? The vehicle did not slow down when the brake pedal was fully pressed, causing me to enter an intersection while other vehicles were turning. I had to swerve to avoid a collision, but another vehicle entered my path and a crash occurred. The braking delay directly increased the risk of a serious accident. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or service center? UNKNOWN. …
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while her husband was driving at 5 MPH, the rubber brake pad detached, the driver's foot slipped on the metal and crashed into a freezer, located in the garage and the bumper detached. There were no warning lights illuminated. There were no reported injuries, air bag deployment, police report or fire. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer, but the vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was contacted, who opened a claim and referred her to the NHTSA hotline. The failure mileage was approximately 7,000.
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that there was a loud grinding sound while depressing the brake pedal. The cause of the failure was not yet determined. No further information was available. The manufacturer and local dealer were notified of the failure, but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 4,500.
The contact owned a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated while driving at 70 MPH, the vehicle experienced abnormal gear shifts. Additionally, the contact noticed a gasoline odor and a burning plastic odor coming from the A/C vents. The contact stated that upon depressing the brake pedal to come to a complete stop at the stop sign, the vehicle failed to respond. The message "ABS Failure " was displayed, and several unknown warning lights were illuminated. The contact stated that he then veered to the left while there was oncoming traffic. The contact stated that he attempted to stop the vehicle by depressing the brake pedal, shifting to park (P), and engaging the electronic parking brake, but the vehicle failed to respond and was driving at 40 MPH. The contact then noticed smoke and fire coming out from underneath the hood, and the front end of the vehicle was engulfed in fire. …
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while depressing the brake pedal to slow for traffic or for a traffic signal, there was an abnormal high-pitched sound coming from the brakes and the vehicle was vibrating. The contact stated no warning light was illuminated. The contact stated that additionally, while driving up a grade in the road, at approximately 35 MPH, the vehicle lost motive power. The contact depressed the accelerator pedal and the vehicle failed to respond as needed. The contact stated that the engine was not revving while depressing the accelerator pedal. The contact had taken the vehicle to a local dealer, where it was diagnosed and determined that the rear brake rotors needed to be turned. The vehicle was repaired. The contact stated that the failures reoccurred. The manufacturer was not informed of the failure. …
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V922000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that while reversing at 5 MPH, the brake pedal was stiff while depressed and the brakes failed to engage, causing the contact to crash into a parked vehicle. The contact received medical treatment at the hospital for whiplash and back injuries. No police report was filed. The dealer was made aware of the failure and has possession of the vehicle. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and was reviewing the buyback. The manufacturer informed the contact not to drive the vehicle and turn it in to the dealer. The failure mileage was approximately 9,000.
Related recalls (2)
Service brakes, hydraulic › Antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip › Control unit/module
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles. Valves inside the Anti-lock Brake System (ABS) module may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing an internal ABS module leak.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the ABS Module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S01.
Service brakes, hydraulic › Foundation components › Disc › Caliper
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles. The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can affect braking performance.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the front brake pads, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 17, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21C31.
Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Bronco Sport years have brake problems?
By NHTSA complaints, the 2021 (127), 2022 (50), 2023 (10) and 2024 (7) model years. Brake complaints make up 18% of all complaints for the 2021.
Is there a recall for Ford Bronco Sport brake problems?
Yes — 2 recalls, including 23V-021 (control unit/module, Jan 23, 2023); 21V-922 (caliper, Nov 23, 2021). Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers; check a specific car with the VIN recall check.
At what mileage do Ford Bronco Sport brake problems start?
Across all years, half of the complaints with a recorded mileage happened before about 10,000 miles; 90% happened before 50,000 miles.
What part fails most often?
Owners most often name the foundation components › disc › rotor (2 mentions), followed by the antilock/traction control/electronic limited slip (1).
Source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) — owner complaints through October 20, 2026, recalls and defect investigations; fuel economy from the EPA. Complaints are unverified reports and are not proof of a defect. How we rate model years.