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Ford Bronco Sport problems, recalls & best years

The deets on every Bronco Sport from 2021 to 2026: 1,378 owner complaints and 66 recalls across 6 model years.

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2021 (704), 2022 (360), 2023 (158). Best fuel economy: 27 mpg combined (2026).

Ford Bronco Sport
Photo: UltraTech66 · CC BY-SA 4.0 · Wikimedia Commons. Representative photo of this generation; trim may differ.

Problem areas across all years

Electrical356
Transmission & drivetrain300
Engine300
Other / unknown196
Brakes163
Fuel & propulsion154
Fuel system153
Engine & cooling41

Year by year

YearRecallsComplaintsBest mpg
20211670426
20221536026
20231415826
2024811026
202573927
20266727

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FAQ

What is the worst year for the Ford Bronco Sport?

The model years with the most owner complaints are 2021 (704), 2022 (360), 2023 (158).

How many recalls has the Ford Bronco Sport had?

Across 2021–2026, NHTSA lists 66 vehicle recall campaigns by model year (a campaign that covers several years counts once per year).