2026 Ford Bronco Sport
Only 2 complaints on file — too few 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.
Only 2 complaints on file — too few for a fair verdict. The data below is complete but unranked.
COMPLAINTS PER YEAR
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| Year | Complaints |
|---|---|
| 2021 | 663 |
| 2022 | 328 |
| 2023 | 142 |
| 2024 | 88 |
| 2025 | 24 |
| 2026 | 2 |
KNOWN PROBLEM AREAS
Only 2 complaints on file for this model year -- too few to rank by share. Raw counts only, below.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: forward collision avoidance.
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Adaptive +predictive cruise control malfunction causing 1) sudden vehicle acceleration and 2) Cruise on but disengaged suddenly engaged and set a higher speed than originally set.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260519
1 of 2 total reports mentions: engine.
1 of 2 total reports mentions: electrical system.
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2026 Bronco SportDescription Your vehicle may display a blank instrument panel cluster ipc screen upon startup. This may occur when the vehicle is restarted within a specific time interval after turning the vehicle off.
NHTSA ODI report, 20260612
SAFETY TIMELINE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco and Bronco Sport vehicles. The Instrument Panel Cluster (IPC) may fail at startup.
Remedy: The instrument panel cluster software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed December 4, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332.
Campaign 25V788000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025 Maverick and 2026 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L or 2.0L MPC engine and an engine block heater.
Remedy: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, and inspect and replace the electrical cord if necessary, free of charge.
Campaign 26V239000 — check if this car was fixed
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2025-2026 Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles. The Occupant Classification Sensor (OCS) unit may fail to correctly detect the presence of an adult or child in the front passenger seat.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the passenger seat occupant classification sensor, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 25, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26C19.
Campaign 26V201000 — 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
2026 Ford Bronco Sport — pre-purchase inspection
- Test/inspect for forward collision avoidance issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for engine issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Test/inspect for electrical system issues (1 reports on file for this year).
- Verify recall 26V340000 (suspension) has been completed.
- Verify recall 25V788000 (electrical system) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V239000 (electrical system, equipment) has been completed.
- Verify recall 26V201000 (air bags) has been completed.
FAQ
Is the 2026 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 2026 Ford Bronco Sport?
The most-reported component is forward collision avoidance: adaptive cruise control, accounting for 50% of complaints on file.
How many recalls does the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport have?
4 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.