Ford Bronco Sport Recalls

NHTSA has issued 30 safety recalls for the Ford Bronco Sport, covering model years 2021 through 2026. Fuel system faults account for 6 of them, more than any other part of the vehicle. The 2021 model year has the most, with 16 separate campaigns against it. The largest single recall covered 694,271 vehicles. The most recent was reported to NHTSA on May 27, 2026.

Urgent safety advisory on the Ford Bronco Sport

One recall below carries an NHTSA do-not-drive advisory. If your vehicle is affected, stop driving it and call your dealer to arrange the repair.

Check your own VIN on NHTSA.gov to see whether these apply to your car.

Total recalls: 30
Model years affected: 6
Most recalled part: Fuel system
Latest recall: 2026

Ford Bronco Sport recalls by model year

How many campaigns were issued against each model year. One recall often covers several years at once, so these add up to more than the 30 total.

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All Ford Bronco Sport recalls

Each entry is an official NHTSA campaign, shown with the defect, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them, newest first.

26V340000SuspensionReported May 27, 2026

NHTSA advises: do not drive this vehicleOwners of affected vehicles are told to stop driving until the repair is done. Contact your dealer to arrange it.

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM:LOWER BALL JOINT

Model years affected: 2021–2026

The problem

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.

What can happen

A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed June 4, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 4,653
Maker's recall no.: 26S36

Read campaign 26V340000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V239000Reported April 14, 2026

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Model years affected: 2026

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and 2026 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.

What can happen

An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, and inspect and replace the electrical cord if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have an alternative option to replace the engine block heater element with a threaded plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 10, 2026. This recall expands previous NHTSA recall number 25V343. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 14, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 55
Maker's recall no.: 25S52
Owners notified: June 10, 2026

Read campaign 26V239000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V201000AirbagReported March 31, 2026

AIR BAGS:SENSOR:OCCUPANT CLASSIFICATION:FRONT PASSENGER

Model years affected: 2025–2026

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles. The Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) unit may fail to correctly detect the presence of an adult or child in the front passenger seat. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard (FMVSS) number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

What can happen

Failure to correctly detect a passenger may result in the air bag not deploying as intended, increasing the risk of injury during a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C19. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 2, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 3,170
Maker's recall no.: 26C19
Owners notified: June 25, 2026
Safety standard: FMVSS 208

Read campaign 26V201000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

26V122000Engine and coolingReported March 3, 2026

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:EXHAUST SYSTEM:EMISSION CONTROL:GAS RECIRCULATION VALVE (EGR VALVE)

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Ranger, Lincoln Nautilus, Mustang, Maverick, Explorer, Escape, Lincoln Corsair, Bronco Sport, and Bronco vehicles. The exhaust gas recirculation (EGR) valve may fail, resulting in an unexpected loss of drive power.

What can happen

An unexpected loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the EGR valves, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed March 20, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S10. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 4, 2026.

Vehicles affected: 47,804
Maker's recall no.: 26S10

Read campaign 26V122000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V788000Electrical systemReported November 14, 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2025–2026

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.

What can happen

An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SC3.

Vehicles affected: 229,609
Maker's recall no.: 25SC3
Owners notified: December 4, 2025

Read campaign 25V788000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V685000Reported October 10, 2025

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Model years affected: 2021–2024

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.

What can happen

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated September 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

Vehicles affected: 59,006
Maker's recall no.: 25SA4

Read campaign 25V685000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V467000Fuel systemReported July 11, 2025

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Model years affected: 2021–2024

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

What can happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will update the engine control software. and replace the high pressure fuel rail assembly and the fuel injector ,free of charge. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.

Vehicles affected: 694,271
Maker's recall no.: 25S76

Read campaign 25V467000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V442000Backup cameraReported June 27, 2025

BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE

Model years affected: 2021–2024

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.

What can happen

A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.

Vehicles affected: 200,237
Maker's recall no.: 25S72
Owners notified: September 4, 2025

Read campaign 25V442000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V372000Reported June 3, 2025

ENGINE

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2025 Escape, and 2025 Bronco Sport vehicles. The cylinder head may have been improperly manufactured, which can cause the ball plugs to fail, resulting in an oil leak.

What can happen

An oil leak can result in loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash. In addition, an oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the cylinder head assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S61.

Vehicles affected: 404
Maker's recall no.: 25S61
Owners notified: August 8, 2025

Read campaign 25V372000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V343000Reported May 23, 2025

EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2025 Lincoln Nautilus, 2023-2025 Escape, 2023 Lincoln Corsair, 2025 Lincoln Corsair, Maverick, and Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater. The engine block heater may overheat when the vehicle is parked with the block heater plugged in.

What can happen

An overheated engine block heater can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will replace the block heater element and inspect the electrical cord, replacing it if necessary, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug coupled, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Owner notification letters were mailed June 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S52.

Vehicles affected: 6,781
Maker's recall no.: 25S52
Owners notified: June 9, 2026

Read campaign 25V343000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V158000Power trainReported March 14, 2025

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Model years affected: 2021–2024

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.

What can happen

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.

The fix

Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S26.

Vehicles affected: 48,041
Maker's recall no.: 25S26
Owners notified: April 23, 2025

Read campaign 25V158000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V165000Fuel systemReported March 14, 2025

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Model years affected: 2021–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V-859 or 24V-187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

What can happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will update the powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.

Vehicles affected: 33,576
Maker's recall no.: 25S21
Owners notified: April 22, 2025

Read campaign 25V165000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V049000Electrical systemReported January 31, 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM: INSTRUMENT CLUSTER/PANEL

Model years affected: 2025

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Bronco Sport, Escape, and Lincoln Corsair vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may not illuminate at startup or while driving. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard numbers 101, "Control and Displays" and 102, "Transmission shift lever sequence, starter interlock, and transmission braking effect" as well as FMVSS numbers 126, 108, 135, 138, 208, and 305.

What can happen

An instrument panel display that fails to show critical safety information, such as the speedometer or warning lights, increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the instrument panel cluster, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed February 17, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C02.

Vehicles affected: 298
Maker's recall no.: 25C02
Owners notified: February 17, 2025
Safety standard: FMVSS 101

Read campaign 25V049000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

25V019000Electrical systemReported January 17, 2025

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

Model years affected: 2021–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The 12-volt battery may experience degradation and suddenly fail.

What can happen

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.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the 12-volt battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S02. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under 24V-267 and will need to have the new remedy completed.

Vehicles affected: 272,817
Maker's recall no.: 25S02
Owners notified: May 2, 2025

Read campaign 25V019000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V683000Power trainReported September 13, 2024

POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)

Model years affected: 2024

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco Sport vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.

What can happen

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.

The fix

Dealers will update the body control module and powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S60. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under 24V-267 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Vehicles affected: 76
Maker's recall no.: 24S60
Owners notified: October 23, 2024

Read campaign 24V683000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V594000VisibilityReported August 9, 2024

VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR

Model years affected: 2023–2024

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.

What can happen

Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S51.

Vehicles affected: 86,852
Maker's recall no.: 24S51
Owners notified: December 6, 2024

Read campaign 24V594000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V267000Electrical systemReported April 12, 2024

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM

Model years affected: 2021–2024

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.

What can happen

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.

The fix

Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.

Vehicles affected: 456,565
Maker's recall no.: 24S24
Owners notified: June 4, 2024

Read campaign 24V267000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V223000TireReported March 22, 2024

TIRES

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles. The tires may have been manufactured incorrectly, which may result in a loss of vehicle handling and control.

What can happen

A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S20.

Vehicles affected: 115
Maker's recall no.: 24S20
Owners notified: April 5, 2024

Read campaign 24V223000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

24V187000Fuel systemReported March 8, 2024

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Model years affected: 2022–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

What can happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 24, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V-859.

Vehicles affected: 42,652
Maker's recall no.: 24S16
Owners notified: April 24, 2024

Read campaign 24V187000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

23V021000BrakeReported January 23, 2023

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Model years affected: 2023

The problem

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.

What can happen

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.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 801
Maker's recall no.: 23S01
Owners notified: May 2, 2023

Read campaign 23V021000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V859000Fuel systemReported November 18, 2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Model years affected: 2021–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

What can happen

A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will update the engine control software to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st Quarter of 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S73. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 22V-191. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-191 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Vehicles affected: 521,746
Maker's recall no.: 22S73
Owners notified: February 28, 2023

Read campaign 22V859000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V787000Fuel systemReported October 20, 2022

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE

Model years affected: 2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The fuel pump control module (FPCM) bracket may not be secured to the fuel tank assembly, which can lead to FPCM failure and cause an engine stall.

What can happen

An engine stall can increase the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the fuel tank, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 1, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S66.

Vehicles affected: 26
Maker's recall no.: 22S66
Owners notified: December 1, 2022

Read campaign 22V787000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V686000Exterior lightingReported September 14, 2022

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE

Model years affected: 2022–2023

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F-150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."

What can happen

Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C22.

Vehicles affected: 86,050
Maker's recall no.: 22C22
Owners notified: March 29, 2023
Safety standard: FMVSS 108

Read campaign 22V686000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

22V191000Engine and coolingReported March 25, 2022

ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:OIL/LUBRICATION

Model years affected: 2021–2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2022 Escape and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. The engine oil separator housing may crack and develop an oil leak.

What can happen

An oil leak in the presence of an ignition source such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or oil leaks, and replace the oil separator and seals, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S21.

Vehicles affected: 345,451
Maker's recall no.: 22S21
Owners notified: April 18, 2022

Read campaign 22V191000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V922000BrakeReported November 23, 2021

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:FOUNDATION COMPONENTS:DISC:CALIPER

Model years affected: 2021–2022

The problem

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. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 135, "Light Vehicle Brake Systems."

What can happen

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 crash.

The fix

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.

Vehicles affected: 114,666
Maker's recall no.: 21C31
Owners notified: August 17, 2022
Safety standard: FMVSS 135

Read campaign 21V922000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V809000VisibilityReported October 15, 2021

VISIBILITY:SUN/MOON ROOF ASSEMBLY

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. The moonroof glass may not have been bonded correctly to the moonroof frame, which could result in the glass panel detaching from the vehicle.

What can happen

A detached glass panel can become a road hazard, and increase the risk of a crash or injury.

The fix

Dealers will inspect the moonroof glass date code and replace the glass, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed November 18, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S46.

Vehicles affected: 1,036
Maker's recall no.: 21S46
Owners notified: November 18, 2021

Read campaign 21V809000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V625000Fuel systemReported August 10, 2021

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP:CONTROL/DRIVE MODULE

Model years affected: 2021–2022

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Escape, Lincoln Corsair, and 2021-2022 Bronco Sport vehicles. The fuel delivery module may leak inside the fuel tank, causing low fuel pressure which could result in an engine stall.

What can happen

An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

The fix

Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module, free of charge. Interim notification letters (remedy not available) were mailed on September 30, 2021. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 14, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S38.

Vehicles affected: 13,773
Maker's recall no.: 21S38
Owners notified: December 14, 2021

Read campaign 21V625000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V074000SuspensionReported February 16, 2021

SUSPENSION:FRONT:CONTROL ARM

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. These vehicles may have been produced with incorrect front lower control arms.

What can happen

An incorrect lower control arm may affect vehicle handling and control, increasing the risk of a rollover crash.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect and replace the front lower control arms, if necessary, free of charge. The recall began April 9, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S03.

Vehicles affected: 106
Maker's recall no.: 21S03
Owners notified: April 9, 2021

Read campaign 21V074000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V075000SuspensionReported February 16, 2021

SUSPENSION:REAR

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Bronco Sport vehicles. The rear suspension subframe assembly may have loose or missing bolts.

What can happen

Loose or missing bolts may affect the vehicle's handling and control, increasing the risk of a crash. It could also reduce the vehicle's performance in a rear impact crash, increasing the risk of injury.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will inspect the rear suspension bolts, and secure or replace the bolts, as necessary, free of charge. The recall began March 10, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S04.

Vehicles affected: 1,638
Maker's recall no.: 21S04
Owners notified: March 10, 2021

Read campaign 21V075000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

21V011000Power trainReported January 15, 2021

POWER TRAIN:DRIVELINE:DRIVESHAFT

Model years affected: 2021

The problem

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2021 Edge, 2020 Lincoln Nautilus and Ford Escape and 2021 Lincoln Corsair and Ford Bronco Sport vehicles. An inadequate amount of lubricant in the rear drive unit may cause seizure of the rear drive axle.

What can happen

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.

The fix

Ford will notify owners, and dealers will check the rear drive unit lubricant level. Axles found to have lubricant at the minimum level will be filled to the full level. Axles found to be below the minimum lubricant fill level will be replaced, free of charge. This recall began March 12, 2021. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 21S02.

Vehicles affected: 147
Maker's recall no.: 21S02
Owners notified: March 12, 2021

Read campaign 21V011000 on NHTSA.gov ↗

What to do if your Ford Bronco Sport is on this list

A recall listed here applies to a range of vehicles, not to every car of that model year. Manufacturers narrow it down by build date and VIN, so the only way to know whether yours is included is to check the VIN. You can do that free on NHTSA's recall lookup, or by calling any franchised dealer for that brand with your VIN in hand.

Recall repairs are free. Under federal law the manufacturer has to fix a safety defect at no charge, and there is no mileage limit and no expiry on that obligation for vehicles under 15 years old. A dealer cannot charge you for the parts, the labour, or the diagnosis on a recall repair, and you do not need to have bought the car there. If a dealer asks you to pay, that is worth escalating to the manufacturer's customer line, which is listed in the remedy text of each recall above.

Recalls do not block a title transfer or registration in any state. You can legally buy, sell, or register a car with an open recall, and sellers are generally not required to fix one first. That said, an open recall is worth raising before money changes hands, especially one with a do-not-drive advisory. If you are buying, run the VIN before you hand over the payment; if you are selling, telling the buyer about an open recall costs you nothing and avoids a dispute later.

Ford Bronco Sport recall questions

How many recalls does the Ford Bronco Sport have?

NHTSA lists 30 recall campaigns for the Ford Bronco Sport across model years 2021 to 2026. That count covers recalls filed from 2010 onward. Not every campaign applies to every car of that model year, because manufacturers limit recalls by build date and VIN.

Which Ford Bronco Sport model year has the most recalls?

The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport carries the most, with 16 recall campaigns. A high count does not automatically mean a worse car: a single supplier fault can trigger a recall across an entire production run, and manufacturers that report problems quickly tend to show more campaigns.

Are Ford Bronco Sport recall repairs free?

Yes. Federal law requires the manufacturer to repair a safety recall at no cost, including parts and labour, on vehicles under 15 years old. There is no mileage limit, and you do not have to be the original owner or have bought the car from that dealer.

Can I sell or register a Ford Bronco Sport with an open recall?

Yes. An open recall does not stop a title transfer or registration in any state, and private sellers are generally not required to repair one first. Dealers face stricter rules on some safety recalls. If you are buying, check the VIN before you pay; the repair is free, but you want to know what you are taking on.

Other Ford recalls

Ford F-150 recalls115 Ford Explorer recalls96 Ford Escape recalls83 Ford F-350 Super Duty recalls75 Ford F-450 Super Duty recalls66 Ford Transit recalls64

Where this data comes from

Every recall on this page is published by the National Highway Traffic Safety Administration, the federal agency that oversees vehicle safety recalls in the United States. We pull the full recall file from NHTSA and reproduce the campaign number, defect description, consequence, and remedy exactly as the manufacturer reported them. NHTSA data is in the public domain.

Source:: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation
NHTSA data as of:: July 18, 2026
Coverage:: Recalls from 2010 onward

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Last reviewed: 2026-07-18 · Reviewed by the Car Paperwork editorial team · Independent resource · Not legal advice

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