Model year
2023 Ford Bronco
NHTSA lists 18 recalls and 230 complaints for the 2023 Ford Bronco (recall file dated Oct 23, 2026; complaint file dated Oct 23, 2026). 1 recall marked do not drive. The components listed on the most complaints are VISIBILITY/WIPER (90), ELECTRICAL SYSTEM (23), POWER TRAIN (22). NHTSA lists crash-test variants for this model year and marks the overall rating Not Rated. EPA rates it 15–20 mpg combined depending on configuration (fuel economy file dated Sep 29, 2026). EPA's annual fuel-cost figures for these configurations are $3,350–$4,450, based on 15,000 miles and 55% city driving.
- 2021 230 complaints
- 2022 383 complaints
- 2023 230 complaints
- 2024 82 complaints
- 2025 55 complaints
- 2026 11 complaints
Recalls
26V468000 · Jul 20, 2026
ENGINE; ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD
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.
26V403000 · Jun 24, 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.
26V236000 · Apr 14, 2026
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Bronco vehicles. The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer case input splines.
26V124000 · Mar 3, 2026
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.
25V721000 · Oct 23, 2025
SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
25V685000 · Oct 10, 2025
EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER
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…
25V455000 · Jul 7, 2025
FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine…
25V273000 · May 14, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco vehicles. The 360-degree view camera may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
25V315000 · May 9, 2025
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and…
25V025000 · Jan 17, 2025
SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.
8 more recalls are in the NHTSA file for this name and are not listed here. Campaign numbers above link to NHTSA.
Complaints
230 distinct complaints. Crash flag on 6, fire flag on 3, injury field 3, deaths field 0. A complaint can be counted under more than one component. The injury and death figures are the file's numbers (the highest value on each complaint, then added), not a separate verified count of people.
Investigations
No investigations are matched to this name.
Safety ratings
| Variant | Overall | Front | Side | Pole | Rollover | Photo |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2DR 4WD | Not rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | Not Rated | 3 · possibility 0.256 | — |
| 4DR SUV 4WD | Not rated | 4 | Not Rated | Not Rated | 3 · possibility 0.256 | — |
Fuel economy
| Configuration | Fuel | City | Hwy | Comb | kWh/100 mi | Range | Annual fuel cost |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Bronco 4WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 21 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| Bronco 4WD · 2.3L · Manual 7-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 20 | 21 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| Bronco 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 19 | 21 | 20 | — | — | $3,350 |
| Bronco Badlands 4WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 17 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Bronco Badlands 4WD · 2.3L · Manual 7-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 17 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Bronco Badlands 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 17 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Bronco Black Diamond 4WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 18 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Bronco Black Diamond 4WD · 2.3L · Manual 7-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 18 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Bronco Black Diamond 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 18 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Bronco Sasquatch 4WD · 2.3L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 18 | 17 | 18 | — | — | $3,700 |
| Bronco Sasquatch 4WD · 2.3L · Manual 7-spd · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 16 | 18 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
| Bronco Sasquatch 4WD · 2.7L · Automatic (S10) · Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | Regular Gasoline | 17 | 17 | 17 | — | — | $3,950 |
1 more configurations are in the EPA file and are not listed in this table. The fuel-cost calculator lists every configuration.
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