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.
2025 Ford BroncoProblems, recalls & complaints
NHTSA has logged 58 owner complaints about the 2025 Ford Bronco, most often about the electrical system. It is covered by 19 safety recalls, and for recall 25V-683 the manufacturer reports only 56% of affected cars repaired.
Source: NHTSA complaints, recalls, investigations and manufacturer recall reports, through November 10, 2026. Updated daily. Photo: MercurySable99, CC BY-SA 4.0.
Complaints by system
Where the 2025 Ford Bronco has problems
58 complaints grouped by the system owners reported.
18Electrical system2 crash/fire/injury
9Engine1 crash/fire/injury
8Service brakes1 crash/fire/injury
6Forward collision avoidance
5Vehicle speed control1 crash/fire/injury
5Power train
4Structure
4Visibility/wiper
3Air bags
1910 other systems5 crash/fire/injury
| System | Complaints | Crash, fire or injury |
|---|---|---|
| Electrical system | 18 | 2 |
| Engine | 9 | 1 |
| Service brakes | 8 | 1 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 6 | 0 |
| Vehicle speed control | 5 | 1 |
| Power train | 5 | 0 |
| Structure | 4 | 0 |
| Visibility/wiper | 4 | 0 |
| Air bags | 3 | 2 |
| 10 other systems | 19 | 5 |
Source: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation. Complaints are submitted by the public and are not verified by NHTSA.
19 recalls
2025 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
Engine: hard parts internal/mechanical
NewRisk. A sudden loss of drive power can 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.
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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
Emission control: gas recirculation valve (egr valve)
NewRisk. An unexpected loss of drive power increases 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.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electric: control module
NewRisk. An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Electrical system: instrument cluster/panel
NewRisk. An instrument panel display that does not show critical information, such as warning lights or vehicle speed, increases the risk of a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Visibility: windshield
Risk. In the event of a crash, windshield detachment can increase the risk of injury.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Control module: software
Risk. An unexpected loss of power brake assist while driving can extend stopping distance and increase 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 Q3
Air bags: frontal
Risk. An air bag that does not deploy as intended increases the risk of injury during a crash.
repaired · 2026 Q3
Seats: critical fasteners
Risk. A seat with loose or missing fasteners may not properly restrain an occupant during a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
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
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 · 2025 Q2
Control arm: upper ball joint
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
Fluid/lubricant: valves/valve body
Risk. Unexpected vehicle movement increases 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.
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
2025 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
In owners' words
What Bronco owners report
Recent electrical system complaints filed with NHTSA, shortened. Personal details are removed.
The tubes running along the roof line according to my service report could not handle the heavy rain and was the resulted in a heavy stream of water inside my vehicle while driving. The water "backfilled" into the cabin through dome light just behind the sunglasses holder. Incident occurred on…
The contact owns a 2025 Ford Bronco. The contact received recall service at the local dealer under NHTSA Campaign Number: 26V468000 (Engine, Electrical System). The contact's daughter drove the vehicle to the residence and parked it inside the garage. The contact's daughter heard a noise coming…
Instrument Cluster screen blank on start up so vehicle does not show Speedometer, gear selection, RPM, fuel gauge, lane keeping selection, and adaptive cruise control selection/engagement. Vehicle however would start up and remain drivable. Instrument cluster screen return to its normal state of…
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