NHTSA (USA)CriticalDo Not Drive
This page covers 16 recalls, 313 owner complaints, NHTSA crash-test ratings and EPA fuel economy for the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport.
19–20 mpg combined
11.8–12.4 L/100km
Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Fuel economy data from fueleconomy.gov (EPA / U.S. Dept. of Energy). Annual cost based on 15,000 mi/yr at 55% city driving and current fuel prices. MPG is U.S. gallons; L/100km converted. Ranges reflect the 3 tested variants for this model year.
5/5 Overall
NHTSA 5-Star Safety Rating
Complaints for the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport cluster most heavily around the electrical system, engine, and powertrain. On the electrical side, owners describe a range of issues including unexpected warning messages, instrument cluster alerts, and components failing without clear cause. Engine complaints center on stalling and shuddering, particularly during low-speed driving or at stops, several owners report the vehicle prompting them to shift to park and restart while the car is still in motion. Powertrain reports echo that theme, with hesitation and rough engagement coming up repeatedly. A recurring pattern involves the engine cutting out in drive while idling normally in other gear positions. Owners also report check engine lights tied to evaporative emission system fault codes, and at least one report describes an alternator pulley failure that broke the serpentine belt and left the vehicle undrivable.
313
Total Complaints
11
Crash-Related
12
Fire-Related
12
With Injuries
By System
The 2022 Ford Bronco Sport has 16 recalls, with the most serious being a fire risk: fuel injectors on 1.5L-equipped models can crack and leak fuel near hot engine components, and prior repair attempts on some vehicles did not fully resolve the issue.
Several other recalls also carry fire risk. The engine oil separator housing on 1.5L models can crack and drip oil onto hot surfaces, and the engine block heater cord can develop a coolant leak that causes an electrical short when the heater is plugged in. On the electrical side, the 12-volt battery can degrade and fail without warning, cutting power to hazard lights or killing drive power entirely. Related recalls address control modules that fail to detect a low battery charge before that happens, including on vehicles where an earlier repair did not take hold.
Two recalls involve stalling: the fuel pump control module bracket may not be secured to the fuel tank, and a separate fuel delivery module can leak inside the tank, either of which can cause the engine to cut out unexpectedly. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed and can separate from the wheel knuckle, causing a sudden loss of steering control. Rear brake linings on some vehicles were made incorrectly, requiring more pedal force to stop and extending stopping distance. Parking lights on certain trims flicker when the headlights are on, reducing how visible the vehicle is to others. The rearview camera can also display a blank image when reversing.
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Driver Assistance
Ratings from NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (NCAP).
Complaints are owner-reported and reflect individual experiences, not confirmed defects. They are distinct from recalls. Data sourced from the national vehicle safety complaint database. See trending complaints →
At a glance
What can fail
The front lower control arm ball joints may have been installed or repaired incorrectly at the factory, which could allow the control arm to separate from the front wheel knuckle.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as needed at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The engine block heater can crack and leak coolant. When plugged in, the leaked coolant may cause an electrical short circuit.
What the fix does
The dealer will replace the block heater at no cost, or install a blanking plug and remove the heater cord.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A fuel injector in the 1.5L engine may crack and leak fuel into the engine compartment.
What the fix does
Dealers will update engine control software and replace the fuel rail assembly and fuel injector.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image or fail to clear the image after backing up.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the rearview camera software at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The body and powertrain control modules may not properly detect changes in your 12-volt battery's charge level.
What the fix does
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and powertrain control module at no cost.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel into the engine compartment on vehicles previously repaired under recalls 22V-859 or 24V-187.
What the fix does
Dealers will update the powertrain control module software at no charge to prevent fuel injector cracking.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The 12-volt battery may degrade and suddenly fail, leaving the vehicle without electrical power.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the 12-volt battery and replace it if necessary at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The body and powertrain control modules may not properly detect changes in your 12-volt battery's charge level.
What the fix does
Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and powertrain control module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A fuel injector may crack, causing fuel to leak into the engine compartment.
What the fix does
Dealers will update engine software to detect fuel injector leaks and install a drain tube.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
A fuel injector can crack and leak fuel into the engine compartment.
What the fix does
Engine control software will be updated to detect fuel injector leaks, and a drain tube will be installed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel pump control module bracket may not be properly secured to the fuel tank, potentially causing the module to fail and the engine to stall.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel tank at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
LED parking lamps flicker under certain conditions, making them difficult to see when headlights are on. Canadian regulations require parking lamps to remain constant.
What the fix does
A dealership will reprogram the LED driver module to fix the flickering and ensure the parking lamps stay on constantly.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The parking lights flicker when you turn on the headlights, which violates federal lighting standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the LED Driver module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The engine oil separator housing can crack, causing oil to leak from the engine.
What the fix does
Dealers will inspect the oil separator for damage or leaks and replace it and seals if needed.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The rear brake linings may have been manufactured incorrectly, which can reduce braking performance and fail to meet federal brake system safety standards.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the front brake pads at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
At a glance
What can fail
The fuel delivery module inside the fuel tank may develop a leak, reducing fuel pressure and potentially causing the engine to stall while driving.
What the fix does
Dealers will replace the fuel delivery module at no cost to you.
Summarized — see the official notice for exact wording, dates, and contacts.
