repaired · 2026 Q3
Wiring: front underhood
NewRisk. A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.
2021 Ford BroncoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 231 owner complaints about the 2021 Ford Bronco, most often about the engine. It is covered by 20 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-455 the manufacturer reports only 19% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 3, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Mr.choppers, CC BY-SA 3.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2021 Ford Bronco has problems
231 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
70Engine1 crash/fire/injury
29Electrical system1 crash/fire/injury
24Suspension1 crash/fire/injury
23Fuel/propulsion system
23Back over prevention
19Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
14Visibility/wiper
11Structure
11Lane departure
5512 other systems10 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Engine | 70 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 29 | 1 |
| Suspension | 24 | 1 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 23 | 0 |
| Back over prevention | 23 | 0 |
| Service brakes | 19 | 2 |
| Visibility/wiper | 14 | 0 |
| Structure | 11 | 0 |
| Lane departure | 11 | 0 |
| 12 other systems | 55 | 10 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
20 recalls
2021 Ford Bronco recalls and how many were fixed
Each ring shows the share of affected cars repaired, from the manufacturer’s latest quarterly report to NHTSA. Recall repairs are free at authorized dealers.
no report yet
Body: roof and pillars
NewRisk. A detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Power train: automatic transmission
NewRisk. Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
NewRisk. A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
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repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
NewRisk. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Seats: critical fasteners
Risk. A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
no report yet
Electrical: engine block heater
Risk. An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Delivery: fuel pump
Risk. An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Back over prevention: software
Risk. A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Rear: shock absorber
Risk. An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
Risk. A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q2
Seat belts: critical fasteners
Risk. Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q3
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Sensor: side impact
Risk. An improperly secured side impact sensor may cause the air bags to unintentionally deploy, or not to deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a…
repaired · 2025 Q2
Sensing system: camera
Risk. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Doors: lock
Risk. A malfunctioning child safety lock increases the risk of injury to a child occupant.
repaired · 2023 Q4
Forward collision avoidance: automatic emergency braking
Risk. A misaligned radar module may prevent the vehicle from maintaining a safe distance from other vehicles when adaptive cruise control is active.
repaired · 2024 Q1
Air bags: frontal
Risk. Improper air bag deployment increases the risk of injury during a crash.
Recalls apply to specific cars. To see whether a recall is still open on yours, enter the 17-character VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls or with Ford.
Best & worst years
2021 vs. every other Bronco year
Bars show complaints per model year. Colors show the CarFlaw verdict: complaints weighted for crashes, fires and injuries, adjusted for years on the road and compared with the Bronco median. How we score
'67'69'70'71'72'75'76'77'78'79'80'81'82'83'84'85'86'87'88'89'90'91'92'93'94'95'96'97'98'99'21'22'23'24'25'26
- Avoid
- Caution
- Solid
- Best
- Not rated
NHTSA crash tests
2021 Ford Bronco safety ratings
2021 Ford Bronco 4DR SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
- Rollover: 3 stars (25.6% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Optional
- Lane departure warning: No
4 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2021 Ford Bronco, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of Motive PowerNo recall
- Loss of Motive PowerLed to recall 24V-635
- Loss of motive power due to valve intake failure on Ford Bronco vehicles.No recall
- Low-pressure fuel pump failureLed to recall 25V-455
In owners' words
What Bronco owners report
Recent engine complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
[XXX] notice oil leak Left side turbo [XXX] an appointment with Mavis for an oil change. Technician notify me that he sees an oil leak by the left side turbo. Maybe his technician tells me to bring him back to the dealership [XXX]. I drop it off at Ford Haley Brothers for service. [XXX] service…
The engine block may develop a coolant leak which could cause a short circuit while the engine block heater system is plugged in - increasing the risk of an underhood fire
Fuel pump.has low pressure therefore making vehicle stop running completely. Has happened twice, once while driving on highway. This is extremly dangerous to have your vehicle just come to complete dead stop in middle.of road. FORD has no remedy to fix and now i am without a car I am paying for…
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