2024 Ford Bronco Sport
Not enough comparison years on file yet for a fair verdict.
This verdict reflects complaint volume compared to this model's typical year. Recalls and safety issues below apply regardless of the verdict — always check them.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 663 |
| 2022 | 328 |
| 2023 | 142 |
| 2024 | 88 |
| 2025 | 24 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
27% of complaints: electrical system — 24 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIREShow complaint excerpts
On [XXX], my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport spontaneously burst into flames while driven by my [XXX] son. Per a local bystander, there was smoke and fire observed around the undercarriage as he drove down the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240612
20% of complaints: fuel/propulsion system — 18 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
On [XXX], my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport spontaneously burst into flames while driven by my [XXX] son. Per a local bystander, there was smoke and fire observed around the undercarriage as he drove down the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240612
20% of complaints: engine — 18 distinct reports on file.
FIREShow complaint excerpts
On [XXX], my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport spontaneously burst into flames while driven by my [XXX] son. Per a local bystander, there was smoke and fire observed around the undercarriage as he drove down the road.
NHTSA ODI report, 20240612
18% of complaints: power train — 16 distinct reports on file.
CRASH FIRE INJURY10% of complaints: fuel system, gasoline — 9 distinct reports on file.
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Remedy: Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on June 4, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 24V267000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco Sport vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
Remedy: Dealers will update the body control module and powertrain control module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 23, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 24V683000 — check if this car was fixed
Loss of Motive Power
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the windshield wiper motor as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on December 6, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 24V594000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267.
Remedy: Dealers will recalibrate the body control module and power train control module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 23, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 25V158000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair,...
Remedy: Dealers will update the rearview camera software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S72.
Campaign 25V442000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge.
Campaign 25V685000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2020-2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
Remedy: Dealers will update the engine control software. and replace the high pressure fuel rail assembly and the fuel injector ,free of charge. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge.
Campaign 25V467000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is completed. Dealers will inspect and repair the front lower control arm ball joints as necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 26V340000 — check if this car was fixed
BUY-SMART CHECKLIST
2024 Ford Bronco Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (24 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for fuel/propulsion system issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (18 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 25V685000 (equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V467000 (fuel system, gasoline) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V340000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V267000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V683000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 24V594000 (visibility) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V158000 (electrical system, power train) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V442000 (back over prevention) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport reliable?
There isn't enough NHTSA complaint data on file yet to give this model year a verdict.
What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport?
The most-reported component is electrical system, accounting for 27% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport have?
8 recalls on file for this model year.
Data updated 2026-07-11 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.