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 engine, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.

How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport have?

8 recalls on file for this model year.

2024 Ford Bronco Sport

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2024 Ford Bronco Sport
RENDERED 2026-11-01T15:55:44.273Z

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.

How is this computed?

Complaints: 110
Recalls: 8
Investigations: 1
Top problem: Engine

Complaints per year

2024: 110 complaints

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Year	Complaints
2021	706
2022	368
2023	161
2024	110
2025	40
2026	7

Known problem areas

Percentages can add to more than 100% — a complaint can name more than one system.

Engine

25% · 27 reports

FIRE

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My bronco caught on fire while I was driving it down the road. It only had 40k miles on it.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-09-10

Also filed under Electrical system and service brakes

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, 2024-06-12

Also filed under Electrical system and fuel/propulsion system

This is not a complaint against the dealership, but against the individual that was in charge of compliance.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-12

Electrical system

25% · 27 reports

CRASHFIRE

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The contact owned a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving into the driveway and coming to a complete stop, the contact became aware of steam coming from underneath the hood and believed that the engine was overheating.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-27

Fuel/propulsion system

20% · 22 reports

FIRE

Power train

19% · 21 reports

CRASHFIREINJURY

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The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the accelerator pedal was depressed; however, the vehicle failed to accelerate as intended. Additionally, the transmission was lagging.

NHTSA ODI report, 2026-07-23

Fuel system, gasoline

10% · 11 reports

Safety timeline

8 recalls · 1 investigation · oldest first

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2024-06-04Electrical system, power train24V267000 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.

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2024-10-23Electrical system, power train24V683000 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.

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2024-11-15Recall queryClosed 2025-10-10 Loss of Motive Power
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2024-12-06Visibility24V594000 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.

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2025-04-23Electrical system, power train25V158000 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.

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2025-09-04Back over prevention25V442000 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.

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Date not on fileEquipment25V685000 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.

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Date not on fileFuel system, gasoline25V467000 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.

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Date not on fileSuspension26V340000 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.

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Buy-smart checklist

2024 Ford Bronco Sport — pre-purchase inspection

Inspect

Engine: 27 reports on file for this year.
Electrical system: 27 reports on file for this year.
Fuel/propulsion system: 22 reports on file for this year.

Verify these recalls were completed

Recall 25V685000 · Equipment
Recall 25V467000 · Fuel system, gasoline
Recall 26V340000 · Suspension
Recall 24V267000 · Electrical system, power train
Recall 24V683000 · Electrical system, power train
Recall 24V594000 · Visibility
Recall 25V158000 · Electrical system, power train
Recall 25V442000 · Back over prevention

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 engine, accounting for 25% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport have?: 8 recalls on file for this model year.

Data updated 2026-11-01 · Complaints are unverified owner reports filed with NHTSA, not independently verified defects. Methodology.