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.
2022 Ford BroncoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 389 owner complaints about the 2022 Ford Bronco, most often about the visibility/wiper. It is covered by 23 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 4, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Kevauto, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2022 Ford Bronco has problems
389 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
65Visibility/wiper2 crash/fire/injury
53Engine3 crash/fire/injury
40Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
40Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
40Power train
37Fuel/propulsion system2 crash/fire/injury
34Fuel system, gasoline
30Structure1 crash/fire/injury
28Suspension
11218 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Visibility/wiper | 65 | 2 |
| Engine | 53 | 3 |
| Service brakes | 40 | 1 |
| Electrical system | 40 | 2 |
| Power train | 40 | 0 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 37 | 2 |
| Fuel system, gasoline | 34 | 0 |
| Structure | 30 | 1 |
| Suspension | 28 | 0 |
| 18 other systems | 112 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
23 recalls
2022 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Structure: body
NewRisk. A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
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.
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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.
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. Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing 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 · 2023 Q3
Other: labels
Risk. An overloaded vehicle increases 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
Steering
Risk. A steering wheel that locks-up can result in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2025 Q1
Power train: automatic transmission
Risk. The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
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 · 2025 Q1
Visibility: windshield
Risk. A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2024 Q4
Doors: lock
Risk. A malfunctioning child safety lock increases the risk of injury to a child occupant.
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
2022 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
2022 Ford Bronco safety ratings
2022 Ford Bronco 2DR 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: Standard
- Lane departure warning: Standard
2 investigations
NHTSA defect investigations
Federal investigations that included the 2022 Ford Bronco, and the recalls they led to.
- Loss of Motive PowerLed to recall 24V-635
- Low-pressure fuel pump failureLed to recall 25V-455
In owners' words
What Bronco owners report
Recent visibility/wiper complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
Windshield is leaking water/rain inside vehicle. I have it at All American Ford Old Bridge,NJ, for 15 days now and they want to charge me portion $256.76 plus tax. BUt, the Bronco has recall 222c12 or 25C52. I was willing to pay not knowing that there as a recall but they said if it breaks or…
The windshield washer fluid reservoir cracked along its seam and drains completely after a few hours. This was not due to an accident and I have not done off-roading. I live in a snowy environment and not having an operating windshield washer is a MAJOR safety hazard as road salt quickly builds up…
The rear hardtop panel on my 2022 Ford Bronco has developed serious cracking and surface separation after only three years of light, garage-kept use. The fiberglass is fracturing near the seams, exposing the underlying material. Water is now visibly collecting in the openings, which will lead to…
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