Complaints by model year
| Year | Complaints | vs. typical* | Recalls | Top problem | Verdict |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 | 11 | −17% | 9 | Body | Few |
| 2025 | 55 | typical | 19 | Electrical | Average |
| 2024 | 82 | −30% | 16 | Electrical | Average |
| 2023 | 230 | 2.5× | 18 | Window & Wiper | Avoid |
| 2022 | 383 | 6.8× | 23 | Window & Wiper | Avoid |
| 2021 | 230 | 4.2× | 20 | Engine | Avoid |
| 1996 | 81 | — | 1 | Acceleration | Limited data |
| 1995 | 94 | — | 1 | Brake | Limited data |
* Complaints compared with the median Bronco year at the same age, so new and old years are judged fairly. How this works.
Most common Ford Bronco problems
Latest Ford Bronco recalls
Air bags › Side/window › Curtain
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2026 Bronco vehicles. The mounting bracket on the right-hand-side side curtain air bag may have a metal burr that can tear the air bag during deployment.
Remedy: Dealers will increase the space between the bracket and air bag to remove the contact condition, free of charge. Owner notification letters were October 16, 2026.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical
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.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the engine pistons and replace the engine long block, if necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed September 3, 2026.
Engine
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit.
Remedy: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2026 Bronco Raptor notified owners on 7/31/2026.
Structure › Body
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Engine and engine cooling › Engine › Hard parts internal/mechanical
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Explorer, Ranger, and Bronco vehicles. The engine may fail, which can result in a loss of drive power.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the engine long block, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 5, 2026.
Frequently asked questions
What years of the Ford Bronco should you avoid?
2022, 2021 and 2023 — these years have the most complaints relative to other Bronco years at the same age, led by windows, wipers & sunroof problems in the 2022.
What is the best year for the Ford Bronco?
2024 has the fewest complaints compared with other Bronco years at the same age. Newer years can look better simply because fewer complaints have come in yet, so we compare like with like.
What are the most common Ford Bronco problems?
Across all years, owners report the most problems with the windows, wipers & sunroof (210), engine & cooling (175) and electrical system (153). Window & Wiper complaints peak in the 2023 model year.
How many recalls has the Ford Bronco had?
51 recalls across 1995–2026. The model year with the most is 2022. See all Ford Bronco recalls by year.
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.