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.
2024 Ford BroncoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 86 owner complaints about the 2024 Ford Bronco, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 16 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-597 the manufacturer reports only 56% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 9, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: Elise240SX, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2024 Ford Bronco has problems
86 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
19Electrical system3 crash/fire/injury
17Structure2 crash/fire/injury
10Power train1 crash/fire/injury
7Service brakes2 crash/fire/injury
7Suspension
7Engine3 crash/fire/injury
6Lane departure
5Steering
5Exterior lighting
2010 other systems4 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 19 | 3 |
| Structure | 17 | 2 |
| Power train | 10 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 7 | 2 |
| Suspension | 7 | 0 |
| Engine | 7 | 3 |
| Lane departure | 6 | 1 |
| Steering | 5 | 0 |
| Exterior lighting | 5 | 0 |
| 10 other systems | 20 | 4 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
16 recalls
2024 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Seats: critical fasteners
NewRisk. A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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.
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. A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
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
Doors: lock
Risk. A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Control arm: lower arm
Do not driveRisk. A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Control arm: upper ball joint
Risk. A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Fluid/lubricant: valves/valve body
Risk. Unexpected vehicle movement increases 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
Control arm: upper ball joint
Risk. A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q1
Doors: lock
Risk. A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2025 Q4
Visibility: glass, side/rear
Risk. Detached rear glass panels may create a road hazard and increase the risk of 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
2024 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
2024 Ford Bronco safety ratings
2024 Ford Bronco SUV 4WD in NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program. Photos are from NHTSA's crash tests.
Frontal crash★★★★★
- Rollover: 3 stars (25.6% risk)
- Stability control: Standard
- Forward collision warning: Standard & Optional
- Lane departure warning: Standard
In owners' words
What Bronco owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
I am the homeowner and the mother of the vehicle owner, [XXX]. I am submitting this statement about a fire involving her parked Ford Bronco in my garage. I was the only person home when I discovered the fire. At approximately 8:30 p.m. on XXX, I had just gotten out of my backyard pool when I heard…
The most recent recall on my vehicle has not been corrected by my local Ford dealer yet. The deadline was July 31, 2026 and it is now August 17, 2026.
Vehicle hands free for phone is not understandable to others after a software update over a year ago. After an automatic software update I made a phone call and the person called complained about me not being understandable. I disconnected and called again. Still unreadable. I tried calling someone…
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