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2024 Ford Bronco Sport problems, recalls and owner complaints

What the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport has been recalled for and what owners report, from official government data. Updated November 2, 2026.

  • 8safety recalls
  • 113owner complaints
  • 5crash reports
  • 7fire reports
  • 2injuries reported

113 complaints, against an average of 257 for the other 5 Ford Bronco Sport model years.

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What goes wrong with the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport?

The components named most often in the 113 owner complaints. One complaint can name several, so the shares can add up to more than 100%.

  1. Electrical System27 (23.9%)
  2. Engine26 (23%)
  3. Power Train22 (19.5%)
  4. Fuel/Propulsion System21 (18.6%)
  5. Fuel System14 (12.4%)
  6. Gasoline14 (12.4%)
  7. Service Brakes7 (6.2%)
  8. Structure5 (4.4%)

What symptoms do 2024 Ford Bronco Sport owners describe?

Found by reading the text of all 113 owner complaints. Tap a symptom for the answer, a real owner quote and any related recall.

Has the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport been recalled?

8 U.S. safety recalls. Repairs are free at a franchised dealer; some are done over the air.

Suspension: Front: Control Arm: Lower Ball JointDo not drive Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco Sport and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles. The front lower control arm ball joints may have been incorrectly installed or incorrectly repaired at the vehicle assembly plant, allowing the control arm to disconnect from the front wheel knuckle. NHTSA campaign 26V340000 · May 27, 2026 · Risk and fix

Risk: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle control, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.Owner notification letters were mailed September 2, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S36. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 29, 2026.

Equipment: Electrical: Engine Block Heater 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. The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in. NHTSA campaign 25V685000 · October 10, 2025 · Risk and fix

Risk: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk, were mailed December 3, 2025. Additional letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated December 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SA4. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on October 15, 2025.

Fuel System, Gasoline: Fuel Injection System 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. NHTSA campaign 25V467000 · July 11, 2025 · Risk and fix

Risk: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source, such as hot engine or exhaust components, can increase the risk of a fire.

Fix: Dealers will update the engine control software. In addition, dealers will replace the high-pressure fuel rail assembly and fuel injectors, free of charge. As an interim repair, dealers will update the engine control software, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed August 29, 2025. Second letters will be sent once the final remedy is available, anticipated in July 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S76. This recall expands and replaces previous recall numbers 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V-859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.

Back Over Prevention: Software 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, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended. NHTSA campaign 25V442000 · June 27, 2025 · Risk and fix

Risk: A rearview camera that displays a blank image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle. A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver. Both of these situations can increase the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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.

Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge. NHTSA campaign 25V158000 · March 14, 2025 · Risk and fix

Risk: An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 25S26.

Power Train: Automatic Transmission: Control Module (Tcm/Pcm/Tecm) 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. NHTSA campaign 24V683000 · September 13, 2024 · Risk and fix

Risk: An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 24S60. Vehicles in this recall that were previously recalled for the same issue under 24V-267 will need to have the new remedy performed.

Visibility: Windshield Wiper/Washer: Motor 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. NHTSA campaign 24V594000 · August 9, 2024 · Risk and fix

Risk: Inoperative windshield wipers can reduce visibility in certain conditions, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 24S51.

Electrical System: Body Control Module/Bcm 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. NHTSA campaign 24V267000 · April 12, 2024 · Risk and fix

Risk: An undetected low battery charge can result in a loss of electrical accessories such as hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.

Fix: 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. Ford's number for this recall is 24S24.

What do 2024 Ford Bronco Sport owners report?

12 of the 113 complaints, the most recent for the most-reported components, as the owners wrote them. NHTSA removes names and VINs; long reports are trimmed. CarHooq has not verified individual claims.

2024 Bronco sport outer banks, exhaust fumes leaking the cabin when remote started or sitting idle at a stop. Also a loud rattle when the vehicle is running from the exhaust.
EngineNHTSA complaint 11771993 · Oct 19, 2026
On Sunday XXX I left my property at [XXX] and at the first stop sign, I braked but the vehicle accelerated causing me to jam the breaks and the engine immediately died. After restarting, and in drive at the stop sign, the vehicle accelerated on its own with my foot on the break, I jammed the breaks and the engine again quit. In this fashion, I returned the vehicle to my property and then had it towed to Palm Coast Ford: [XXX], s [XXX]. When loading the vehicle for towing, the vehicle even though “in neutral” as indicated on the dash, was in gear also causing a safety issue for the tow driver…
Power TrainNHTSA complaint 11770309 · Oct 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that the vehicle failed to start while parked. The contact stated that while driving, the vehicle decelerated and stalled. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The failure was a recurring failure. The contact waited 20 minutes before the vehicle operated as needed and the vehicle was driven to the dealer. The contact associated the failure with NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline). The dealer was contacted; however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the…
Fuel System, GasolineNHTSA complaint 11769607 · Oct 7, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V467000 (Fuel System, Gasoline); however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that after the vehicle was turned off, there was an abnormal humming sound coming from under the hood, with an abnormally strong fuel odor. The contact stated that the vehicle was garage-kept and that the fuel odor caused a slight lightheadedness. The local dealer was contacted. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall…
Fuel System, GasolineNHTSA complaint 11768068 · Sep 30, 2026
I own a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport equipped with the 1.5L EcoBoost 3-cylinder engine. On September 22, 2026, I remote-started the vehicle for approximately 10 minutes before leaving for work. The engine temperature reached its normal operating temperature, but the HVAC system produced no warm air even with the temperature set to 84°F/HI. I drove approximately 15 minutes to work and still had no heat. I subsequently inspected the coolant reservoir and found the coolant level to be extremely low. I added approximately one-half gallon of the correct 50/50 coolant. After adding the coolant, the…
EngineNHTSA complaint 11766247 · Sep 22, 2026
My bronco caught on fire while I was driving it down the road. It only had 40k miles on it.
Electrical System, Service Brakes, EngineFireNHTSA complaint 11763504 · Sep 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost drive power and failed to accelerate properly. The App notified the driver of the powertrain failure. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and was diagnosed with powertrain failure. The dealer replaced the knock sensor approximately 5 - 6 times but the failure persisted. The vehicle was taken to a different dealer, Ed Morse Ford Sierra Vista (100 AZ-90, Sierra Vista, AZ 85635); to be diagnosed, and the knock sensor was replaced. The second dealer had also replaced the engine…
Engine And Engine Cooling, Power TrainNHTSA complaint 11761933 · Sep 3, 2026
I purchased a new 2024 Ford Bronco Sport on XXX from Sayville Ford in [XXX]. They failed to disclose an unremedied safety recall (24V-267) on the vehicle that was issued on XXX and still sold me the vehicle. When I went back to them after seeing that there was a recall on the car, they denied the existence of the recall despite me showing them the recall notice on both the NHTSA and Ford websites. Last year there was another safety recall for leaking fuel injectors (25V-467) that I brought my car in for service, and they claimed to have done a software fix. Upon checking the recall checked on…
Electrical System, Engine, Fuel/Propulsion SystemNHTSA complaint 11757676 · Aug 18, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the hood independently unlatched and flew open. The front windshield was cracked, and other damage to the vehicle was sustained. The vehicle was taken to the dealer; however, the failure was not duplicated. The contact stated that the failure was a known failure with similar vehicles. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure, and a case was filed. The contact was informed that an inspector had inspected the vehicle. The contact was informed that the failure was not a manufacturer…
StructureNHTSA complaint 11756679 · Aug 13, 2026
On August 10, 2026, I conducted a recall search on NHTSA website for my 2024 Bronco Sport Big Bend edition. The search showed the following recall : JUL 16, 2025 Manufacturer Recall Number 25S76 NHTSA Recall Number 25V467 Recall Status Recall Incomplete, remedy not yet available Summary ON YOUR VEHICLE THERE IS A POSSIBILITY THAT A FUEL INJECTOR MAY CRACK, WHICH MAY RESULT IN FUEL ACCUMULATING ON THE TOP OF THE ENGINE. Safety Risk LIQUID FUEL AND OR FUEL VAPOR THAT ACCUMULATES NEAR A HOT SURFACE, SUCH AS HOT ENGINE OR EXHAUST COMPONENTS MAY IGNITE RESULTING IN AN UNDER-HOOD FIRE, INCREASING…
Fuel/Propulsion SystemNHTSA complaint 11755937 · Aug 10, 2026
The contact owns a 2024 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and making a right turn, there was an abnormal sound coming from the rear of the vehicle. The vehicle remained at the residence. The vehicle was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 200.
Service BrakesNHTSA complaint 11754968 · Aug 5, 2026
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. No warning light was illuminated on the instrument panel prior to the vehicle catching on fire. The contact and his wife were inside the vehicle were in the vehicle during the failure. The driver and the passenger exited the vehicle safely. There was grey and white odorless smoke coming from the vehicle. The contact stated that the fire originated in the…
Electrical SystemFireNHTSA complaint 11753141 · Jul 27, 2026

2024 Ford Bronco Sport: questions owners ask

Is the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport reliable?

NHTSA data alone cannot rate reliability, but it shows what owners reported. Owners filed 113 complaints with NHTSA about the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport; the most common categories were electrical system (27, 23.9%), engine (26, 23%), power train (22, 19.5%). There are 8 safety recalls. 5 complaints mention a crash, 7 mention a fire, 2 injuries were reported.

What are the most common problems with the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport?

Across 113 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the categories mentioned most often are electrical system (23.9% of complaints), engine (23% of complaints), power train (19.5% of complaints), fuel/propulsion system (18.6% of complaints), fuel system (12.4% of complaints). One complaint can name several components.

Does the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport have any recalls?

Yes. NHTSA lists 8 recalls for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport; the most recent (campaign 26V340000, 2026-05-27) concerns Suspension: Front: Control Arm: Lower Ball Joint. 1 recall carries a "do not drive" or "park outside" warning from the manufacturer. Recall repairs are free at a franchised dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Why does my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport overheat?

10 of the 113 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport (8.8%) describe the engine overheating or coolant loss. A related recall exists: campaign 25V685000 (equipment: electrical: engine block heater). The fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. One owner wrote: "My car began experiencing overheating and kept disabling 4WD while I was driving, smoke began to come out of the front hood and tailpipe." (NHTSA complaint 11755195, August 2026). Recall repairs are free at a dealer; check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.

Why does my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport stall, lose power or shut off while driving?

7 of the 113 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport (6.2%) describe the engine stalling, losing power or shutting off while driving. One owner wrote: "I was driving my 2024 Bronco Sport, my car started stalling, power was being lost, got stuck on railroad tracks, lights on dash board of icons appeared & engine was shutting down mid drive with no warning or issues. 13,500 miles on the car" (NHTSA complaint 11743378, June 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why won't my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport start?

7 of the 113 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport (6.2%) describe the car failing to start. One owner wrote: "The battery has failed three times. Took it to a dealer in El Paso, Texas and they told us they put in a new battery which they lied. They did not. They charge the battery." (NHTSA complaint 11719776, February 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Have any 2024 Ford Bronco Sport vehicles caught fire?

6 of the 113 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport (5.3%) describe the car catching fire or melting wiring. One owner wrote: "Driving on [XXX] . I smelled gasoline. My entire car smelled of it. Next I got a notification to service my vehicle soon. I immediately pulled over and called two Ford dealerships. Downers Grove and Naperville. Neither helped." (NHTSA complaint 11733616, April 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport smell of fuel or gas?

5 of the 113 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport (4.4%) describe a fuel or gasoline smell, or a fuel leak. One owner wrote: "I have contacted ford directly and they still have not gotten a remedy for the unrepaired recall. My spouse and I went on a road trip that was 20 hour trip in total." (NHTSA complaint 11684418, September 2025). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport idle rough, misfire or hesitate?

5 of the 113 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport (4.4%) describe rough idling, misfires or hesitation when accelerating. One owner wrote: "Sometimes the Ford Bronco will hesitate to move from a stop position especially when the auto start and stop has been engaged during periods of driving. Also the vehicle hesitated when trying to change lanes." (NHTSA complaint 11740072, May 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport smell of burning or smoke?

5 of the 113 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport (4.4%) describe a burning smell or smoke. One owner wrote: "Our 2024 Bronco Sport Outer Banks, 1.5 liter engine, purchased new from a Ford dealer 11/2024, serviced at the dealership and driven less than 14k miles, was destroyed by a spontaneous fire 3/22/2026. After driving 12 miles, we parked in a parking lot." (NHTSA complaint 11727373, March 2026). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Why does my 2024 Ford Bronco Sport transmission jerk, shudder or shift hard?

4 of the 113 owner complaints NHTSA has on file for the 2024 Ford Bronco Sport (3.5%) describe harsh, jerky or delayed transmission shifting or shuddering. One owner wrote: "When the car has been driven for more than 20 minutes it has erratic shifting issues shifting up or down. It is most notable when in stop and go traffic. Four times it has given me a wrench on the dash cluster for Powertrain Malfunction/Reduced Power." (NHTSA complaint 11650005, March 2025). If it happens to your car, check your VIN for open recalls at nhtsa.gov/recalls and report the problem to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations.

Check your own Bronco Sport

Counts are a starting point, not a verdict: popular models collect more complaints because more of them are on the road, and NHTSA does not verify individual reports. To see whether a recall is still open on your car, enter your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls (U.S.) or your registration at check-vehicle-recalls.service.gov.uk (UK). Had a safety problem? Report it to NHTSA; complaints are what trigger investigations and recalls.

Data: NHTSA Office of Defects Investigation recall and complaint databases (public domain), retrieved November 2, 2026. Model year 2024 only. How these reports are made.

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