2022 Ford Bronco

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The Verdict

Worst problem area

Visibility & Lighting

Visibility & Lighting leads by volume: 82 of 374 complaints (22%) mention it.

Complaints filed rose from 225 in 2021 to 374 in 2022.

Data last changed . Sources: NHTSA complaints and recalls, EPA fuel economy data. Methodology

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Cost, Fuel Economy & Complaint History

Fuel cost, fuel economy, and complaint history by model-yearScroll sideways to see all 4 years. Fuel figures show the range across trims for years with more than one EPA-rated configuration.Also cataloged for 2022: 1 configuration(s) of a different vehicle class, excluded from the comparison bar only (but included in the figures above).
Category2021202220232024vs. 2022 Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD
Annual fuel cost ($)2,950–3,6503,100–4,1503,100–4,1503,100–4,150
Combined MPG17–2115–2015–2015–20
City / Highway MPG16–20 / 17–2215–20 / 16–2115–20 / 16–2115–20 / 16–21
CO₂ tailpipe (g/mi)424–533437–577439–577438–577
Complaints filed22537422174Not compared
Recalls issued20231816Not compared
Crash-involved complaints6664Not compared
Fire-involved complaints3233Not compared
Injuries reported7431Not compared
Deaths reported0000Not compared
Configurations compared10111211

Not compared: this database has no vehicle sales or registration figures, so a raw count mostly reflects how many were sold, not how safe the vehicle is.

Common questions

How many recalls does the 2022 Ford Bronco have?

23 NHTSA recall campaigns as of Sep 16, 2026. Check your VIN with NHTSA to see whether one applies to your car.

What is the most common complaint about the 2022 Ford Bronco?

Visibility & Lighting: 82 of 374 NHTSA complaints (22%) mention it.

What gas mileage does the 2022 Ford Bronco get?

EPA rates it 15–20 MPG combined.

How much does it cost to fuel a 2022 Ford Bronco?

EPA estimates $3,100–$4,150 a year in fuel costs, using EPA's assumptions.

EPA-Rated Configurations (12)

Every EPA-rated configuration on this page, one row each.A number tagged (low) or (high) is this page’s own cost-table figure of that name, above.
ConfigurationTransmissionCylindersDisplacementDrivetrainFuel TypeVehicle ClassCityHighwayCombinedAnnual Fuel CostCO₂
Configuration 1Automatic (S10)62.7LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD17 mpg17 mpg17 mpg$3,650531 g/mi
Configuration 2Automatic (S10)62.7LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD19 mpg20 mpg19 mpg$3,300456 g/mi
Configuration 3Automatic (S10)62.7LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD17 mpg17 mpg17 mpg$3,650529 g/mi
Configuration 4Manual 7-spd42.3LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD20 mpg (high)21 mpg (high)20 mpg (high)$3,100 (low)439 g/mi
Configuration 5Manual 7-spd42.3LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD17 mpg19 mpg18 mpg$3,450494 g/mi
Configuration 6Manual 7-spd42.3LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD16 mpg17 mpg17 mpg$3,650538 g/mi
Configuration 7Automatic (S10)42.3LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD20 mpg (high)21 mpg (high)20 mpg (high)$3,100 (low)437 g/mi (low)
Configuration 8Automatic (S10)42.3LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD18 mpg18 mpg18 mpg$3,450493 g/mi
Configuration 9Automatic (S10)42.3LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD18 mpg17 mpg18 mpg$3,450494 g/mi
Configuration 10Automatic (S10)42.3LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD17 mpg17 mpg17 mpg$3,650519 g/mi
Configuration 12Automatic (S10)63.0LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularStandard Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD15 mpg (low)16 mpg (low)15 mpg (low)$4,150 (high)577 g/mi (high)
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The remaining EPA-rated configurations on this page.
ConfigurationTransmissionCylindersDisplacementDrivetrainFuel TypeVehicle ClassCityHighwayCombinedAnnual Fuel CostCO₂
Configuration 11Manual 7-spd42.3LPart-time 4-Wheel DriveRegularSmall Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD17 mpg18 mpg18 mpg$3,450494 g/mi

Complaints by Category

Complaints by category, in the same fixed order on every page
CategoryComplaintsCrash-InvolvedFire-InvolvedInjuriesDeaths
Engine521200
Transmission & Drivetrain390000
Fuel System670200
Electrical391100
Brakes431000
Steering131000
Suspension, Wheels & Tires290000
Airbags & Restraints151000
Driver Assistance & Speed Control412000
Body, Seats & Latches350010
Visibility & Lighting821010
Other421120

A complaint that names more than one category is counted in each, so the rows can add up to more than the total number of complaints.

Recalls (23)

  • ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:WIRING:FRONT UNDERHOOD; ENGINE · Campaign 26V468000 · Jul 21, 2026

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit.

    Consequence: A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.

    Remedy: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2026 Bronco Raptor notified owners on 7/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2021-2025 Bronco Raptor vehicle will notify owners on or about 8/14/2026. Phase 3 will include 2021-2026 Bronco will notify owners on or about 9/1/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 23, 2026.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY · Campaign 26V403000 · Jun 25, 2026

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.

    Consequence: A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S47. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 7, 2026.

  • STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS · Campaign 26V299000 · May 12, 2026

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color (MIC) hardtop roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, which can allow sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle.

    Consequence: A detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge. Interim letters, notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed May 28, 2026. Additional letters will be sent once the remedy is available, anticipated in November 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S32. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on May 12, 2026.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 26V236000 · Apr 14, 2026

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Bronco vehicles. The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer case input splines.

    Consequence: 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.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 15, 2026.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · Campaign 26V124000 · Mar 4, 2026

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

    Consequence: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driver’s view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The APIM software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S09. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on March 5, 2026.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 25V888000 · Dec 22, 2025

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V165. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence: A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealer will update the SYNC module software ,free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C72. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning January 30, 2026.

  • SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS · Campaign 25V721000 · Oct 24, 2025

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.

    Consequence: A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 28, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25SB5. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning October 28, 2025.

  • EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER · Campaign 25V685000 · Oct 14, 2025

    Defect: 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.

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

    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. 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 September 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:DELIVERY:FUEL PUMP · Campaign 25V455000 · Jul 8, 2025

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

    Consequence: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE · Campaign 25V315000 · May 12, 2025

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

    Consequence: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The accessory protocol interface module (APIM) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed on June 26, 2025. Additional letters will be mailed once the final remedy is available on each phase. Owner notification letters were sent on October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S49.

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  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 25V312000 · May 12, 2025

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V-825. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence: A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will update SYNC module software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 18, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25C14.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 25V273000 · Apr 24, 2025

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco vehicles. The 360-degree view camera may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

    Consequence: Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view of what is behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rearview camera, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed October 8, 2025. Owners may contact Ford Customer Service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S48. This recall expands previous recall number 23V-598.

  • SUSPENSION:REAR:SHOCK ABSORBER · Campaign 25V025000 · Jan 21, 2025

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.

    Consequence: An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S01.

  • ENGINE AND ENGINE COOLING:ENGINE:HARD PARTS INTERNAL/MECHANICAL · Campaign 24V635000 · Aug 26, 2024

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

    Consequence: A loss of drive power increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will perform an engine cycle test and replace the engine as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 3, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S55.

  • EQUIPMENT:OTHER:LABELS · Campaign 23V379000 · May 30, 2023

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco, 2023 Super Duty F-250, and 2019-2023 Ranger vehicles. The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 110, "Tire Selection and Rims."

    Consequence: An overloaded vehicle increases the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Ford will mail a new TREAD label to install over the existing label, free of charge. Owners will also have the option to take their vehicle to a Ford or Lincoln dealer to have the new label installed, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 21, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C18.

  • SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS · Campaign 23V358000 · May 19, 2023

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles built with the 5-Door body style. The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 208, "Occupant Crash Protection."

    Consequence: Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat belts, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters notifying owners of the safety risk were mailed July 14, 2023. Owner letters informing owners that parts are available were mailed on October 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C16.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 23V165000 · Mar 13, 2023

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were previously remedied under recall 22V-825. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence: A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The SYNC module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 28, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23C05.

  • STEERING · Campaign 23V155000 · Mar 9, 2023

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Wildtrak and 2022 Bronco Raptor vehicles. Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock-up.

    Consequence: A steering wheel that locks-up can result in a complete loss of steering control, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until the remedy is performed. Dealers will replace the steering gear, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 31, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S09.

  • POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION · Campaign 23V070000 · Feb 10, 2023

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK."

    Consequence: The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.

  • AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT · Campaign 22V928000 · Dec 15, 2022

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The right or left side impact sensors may not be properly secured to the vehicle.

    Consequence: An improperly secured side impact sensor may cause the air bags to unintentionally deploy, or not to deploy as intended, increasing the risk of injury in a crash.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the side impact sensor attachments and repair, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed January 20, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S77.

  • BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA · Campaign 22V825000 · Nov 4, 2022

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with rearview camera systems and 8-inch screen displays. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

    Consequence: A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse may distract the driver, increasing the risk of a crash.

    Remedy: The SYNC module software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (OTA) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on March 25, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C27.

  • VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD · Campaign 22V451000 · Jun 24, 2022

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 Bronco and Ranger vehicles. The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 212, "Windshield Mounting."

    Consequence: A windshield that separates from a vehicle during a crash can increase the risk of injury.

    Remedy: Dealers will remove and reinstall the windshield, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 18, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C12.

  • LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK · Campaign 22V411000 · Jun 10, 2022

    Defect: Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain four-door 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The passenger-side rear door may be opened from inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.

    Consequence: A malfunctioning child safety lock increases the risk of injury to a child occupant.

    Remedy: Dealers will inspect the passenger-side child safety locks door child safety lock and latch, and replace them, if necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed June 28, 2022. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S44.