CarRecallWatchThe 2021 Ford Bronco has 20 safety recalls on file with NHTSA.
Owners have filed 230 complaints with NHTSA, including 6 crashes, 3 fires, 7 injuries.
The most-reported problem area is Engine (69 reports).
2021 Ford Bronco recalls
Wiring Can Short Circuit and Cause Engine Fire
Certain Ford Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles from model years 2021 through 2026 have an engine compartment wiring harness that may become damaged and short circuit.
Roof Panel Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard
Some hardtop roof panels on these vehicles may have been built improperly, allowing sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle while driving.
Bronco Transmission Could Lose Drive Power or Roll Away
The transmission-to-transfer case joint in certain Ford Bronco vehicles may be misaligned because a previous repair was not performed correctly.
Rearview Camera May Go Blank, Raising Crash Risk
Some Ford Bronco and Edge vehicles may have an Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) that can overheat and shut down.
Rearview Camera May Stay On After Reversing, Distracting Drivers
Some vehicles had their 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens repaired incorrectly under an earlier recall.
Loose Front Seat Bolt Could Fail to Restrain Occupants in a Crash
Some front seats may have a loose or dislodged height-adjust pivot bolt in the seat frame.
Engine Block Heater May Crack and Cause Fire Risk
The engine block heater can crack and develop a coolant leak.
Fuel pump can fail, causing engine stall while driving
The low-pressure fuel pump in certain vehicles may fail, which can cause the engine to stall while you are driving.
Rearview camera image can stay on after reversing, distracting driver
Some Ford Bronco vehicles from 2021 and 2022 have 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were repaired incorrectly under an earlier recall.
Rearview Camera May Freeze or Go Blank in Reverse
A software error in the accessory protocol interface module (APIM) can cause the rearview camera image to lag, freeze, or fail to display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Rear shocks may corrode and detach, creating crash risk
The rear shock absorbers on certain 2021-2024 Ford Bronco vehicles may corrode and fail, which can cause the external reservoir to detach from the vehicle.
Engine Valves May Break, Causing Loss of Drive Power
Certain 2021-2022 vehicles equipped with a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine may have engine intake valves that break while driving.
Rearview camera may not show image in reverse
The rearview camera, or 360-degree view camera where equipped, may fail to display an image when the vehicle is put in reverse.
Front seat belt buckles may be hard to reach
The first-row seat belt latch plates on some vehicles may be difficult to reach from their stowed position.
Rearview Camera May Stay On After Reversing, Distracting Driver
Some vehicles have an infotainment system in which the rearview camera image may keep displaying after the vehicle is shifted out of reverse.
Side Airbag Sensors May Not Be Secured, Risking Misdeployment
Side impact sensors on the right or left side of some vehicles may not be properly secured to the vehicle.
Rear camera image can stay on screen after reversing
The rearview camera image may remain displayed on the 8-inch screen after the vehicle has been shifted out of reverse.
Rear Door Child Lock May Fail, Letting Kids Open Door
Certain four-door 2021-2022 Ford Bronco vehicles may have a passenger-side rear door that can be opened from inside the vehicle even when the child safety lock is switched to the "ON" position.
Radar May Misjudge Distance, Delaying Automatic Braking
A cruise control radar module may have been misaligned during production.
Passenger Front Airbag May Deploy Improperly in Crash
Certain 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles have a passenger front air bag in which a vent can open too early during deployment.
Most common 2021 Ford Bronco problems
Problem areas named in the 230 complaints owners filed with NHTSA.
| Problem area | Reports |
|---|---|
| Engine | 69 |
| Electrical System | 29 |
| Unknown Or Other | 28 |
| Suspension | 24 |
| Fuel/Propulsion System | 23 |
| Back Over Prevention | 23 |
| Service Brakes | 19 |
| Visibility/Wiper | 14 |
| Structure | 11 |
| Lane Departure | 11 |
What owners report
My car would not start. Turns out it was the fuel pump/filter low pressure recall issue. It was towed to the dealership and has been there since without a remedy from Ford, despite the recall being released over a year ago. Absolutely ridiculous that my vehicle is being held hostage because the manufacturer has not come up with a remedy.
I am concerned about the hard top for my Bronco. There are cracks showing above the furthest back window on the passenger side, and above the same window on the driver's side. And when it rains, it leaks in the very back, causing the carpet to get wet under the rubber mat and smell like mildew. I did request a Ford dealer to document the cracks when I had some recalls completed.
Loss of fuel pressure from fuel pump failure
The engine block may develop a coolant leak which could cause a short circuit while the engine block heater system is plugged in - increasing the risk of an underhood fire
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 25V455000 (FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE); however, the part to do the recall repair was unavailable. The local dealer was contacted, and it was confirmed that the part was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The manufacturer was made aware of the issue.
2021 Ford Bronco questions
Does the 2021 Ford Bronco have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 20 safety recalls for the 2021 Ford Bronco: Wiring Can Short Circuit and Cause Engine Fire; Roof Panel Can Detach, Creating Road Hazard; Bronco Transmission Could Lose Drive Power or Roll Away; Rearview Camera May Go Blank, Raising Crash Risk; Rearview Camera May Stay On After Reversing, Distracting Drivers. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.
What are the most common problems with the 2021 Ford Bronco?
Based on 230 owner complaints filed with NHTSA, the most-reported problem areas are Engine (69), Electrical System (29), Unknown Or Other (28).
How do I check if a recall on my 2021 Ford Bronco has been fixed?
Enter your 17-character VIN in our VIN recall check. It shows open recalls that have not been repaired on your specific vehicle. Recall repairs are normally free at an authorized dealer.