2023 Ford Bronco
Common Problems
Ranked from 67 federal NHTSA complaints and 6 recalls. Every problem links to the complaint IDs behind it.
9 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
Windshield wipers slow down or stop during operation
36complaintsHigh severityElectricalWipers slow down or stop during operation, causing loss of visibility.
Related recall: 25V685000
- 2
Windshield Wipers Slow Down or Stop Intermittently
7complaintsHigh severityOtherWipers slow down or stop intermittently, reducing visibility during heavy rain.
$100–$250est. professional diagnosis · 1–2 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 23V379000
- 3
Brake System Malfunctions
6complaintsSafety riskBrakesBrakes fail to function properly, leading to loss of vehicle control and potential accidents.
$150–$1,000est. brake system diagnosis + repair · 1–4 hrs laborGet local quotes - 4
Electrical System Issues
6complaintsMedium severityElectricalIssues with electrical systems, including wireless charging, gateway module failures, and APIM malfunctions.
Related recall: 25V685000
- 5
Engine Performance Issues
5complaintsMedium severityEngineEngine performance degrades, leading to reduced power and warning lights, often due to bad fuel or other mechanical issues.
Related recall: 25V685000
- 6
Recall Issues with Seat Belts
4complaintsMedium severityOtherRecall for seat belt issues remains unresolved, posing safety concerns for drivers and passengers.
Related recall: 23V379000
- 7
Suspension system failure leading to structural damage
4complaintsHigh severitySuspensionSuspension components, including shock absorbers, crack and break, leading to structural issues.
$150–$1,200est. suspension diagnosis + repair · 1–5 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recall: 25V025000
- 8
Transmission makes grinding noises during operation
3complaintsMedium severityTransmissionTransmission produces grinding noises during operation, particularly in low gears.
$200–$2,500est. drivetrain diagnosis + repair · 1–8 hrs laborGet local quotesRelated recalls: 23V070000, 23V546000, 26V236000
- 9
Back Over Prevention System Failure
2complaintsSafety riskOtherThe rear parking sensors and avoidance system fail to function properly, increasing the risk of backing over objects or people.
Related recall: 23V379000
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.