2022 Ford Bronco Sport
Common Problems
Ranked from 107 federal NHTSA complaints and 12 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
14 Common Problems
Ordered by how often owners reported each one to NHTSA. The bar shows how common a problem is relative to the most-reported on this vehicle. Expand any problem to see the federal complaint IDs.
- 1
Battery Failure During Start-Up
25complaintsHigh severityElectricalThe vehicle's battery fails to work properly during start-up, leading to the need for jumpstarts.
Related recalls: 24V267000, 25V019000, 25V685000
- 2
Engine Stall at Idle Due to Stop-Start System Failure
19complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine stalls at idle, often due to issues with the stop-start system.
$150–$900est. stop-start system diagnosis · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V191000, 25V685000
- 3
Brake Squeal and Grinding Noise in Reverse
11complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe rear brakes produce a squealing and grinding noise when reversing, which persists until the brakes cool down.
$250–$700est. brake pads + rotors (per axle) · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 21V922000
- 4
Recall Incomplete with No Fix Available
9complaintsHigh severityOtherA critical recall has been issued but no fix is available, posing a significant safety risk.
- 5
Fuel System Issues Leading to Check Engine Light and Performance Problems
8complaintsHigh severityFuel systemThe fuel system is malfunctioning, leading to check engine lights, performance issues, and potential fire hazards.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 21V625000, 22V787000, 22V859000, 24V187000, 25V165000, 25V467000
- 6
Water Pump Failure
8complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe water pump repeatedly fails, requiring multiple replacements within a short period.
$400–$1,400est. water pump replacement · 2–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V158000
- 7
Severe Exhaust Smell Inside the Cabin
7complaintsHigh severityEngineThe vehicle produces a strong exhaust smell inside the cabin, affecting occupants' health and comfort.
Related recalls: 22V191000, 25V685000
- 8
Transmission Malfunction Leading to Limp Mode
7complaintsHigh severityTransmissionThe transmission malfunctions frequently, causing the vehicle to enter limp mode and emit an unusual smell.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V158000
- 9
Brake Squealing and Moaning in Reverse
5complaintsMedium severityBrakesThe vehicle emits a foghorn-like noise when the brakes are applied in reverse, indicating potential brake issues.
$250–$700est. brake pads + rotors (per axle) · 1–2.5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 21V922000
- 10
Engine Overheating and Coolant Loss
4complaintsHigh severityEngineThe engine overheats and coolant leaks, leading to potential engine damage and fire risk.
$150–$1,200est. cooling-system diagnosis + repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V191000, 25V685000
- 11
Steering and Electrical Issues
4complaintsMedium severitySteeringSteering and electrical systems malfunction, causing the vehicle to hesitate or fail to respond to commands.
- 12
Steering Lock-up During Turns
4complaintsMedium severitySteeringThe steering wheel locks up during turns, making it difficult to control the vehicle.
$200–$1,500est. power-steering / eps repair · 1–6 hrs laborGet local quotes - 13
Engine Check Light Coming On Frequently
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe check engine light comes on frequently, indicating potential issues with the engine system.
Related recalls: 22V191000, 25V685000
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Engine Intermittent Metal Crunching Sounds
2complaintsMedium severityEngineThe engine produces intermittent metal crunching and scraping sounds at low speeds and when braking.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 22V191000, 25V685000
Other years & sources
Data source: U.S. National Highway Traffic Safety Administration (NHTSA) owner complaints and recalls. Problems are clustered and ranked from the complaint record; occurrence counts reflect corroborating complaints, not total incidence. Vehicle image is illustrative. Repair-cost figures are typical U.S. independent-shop ranges (parts + labor) for the class of repair shown — actual quotes vary by region, engine, and diagnosis; always confirm with a local shop.