2023 Ford Bronco Sport recalls
Safety recalls listed by NHTSA
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All 14 2023 Ford Bronco Sport recalls, newest first
May 27, 2026Suspension, FrontDo not driveFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 to 2026 Bronco Sport and 2022 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 26V340000 · Ford Motor Company
Oct 10, 2025Equipment, ElectricalFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016 to 2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016 to 2023 Explorer, 2019 to 2020 Fusion, 2019 to 2024 Ranger, 2020 to 2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021 to 2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022 to 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.
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 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.
NHTSA campaign 25V685000 · Ford Motor Company
Jul 11, 2025Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel Injection SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 to 2024 Bronco Sport and 2020 to 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
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 22V859, 24V187, and 25V165. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V859, 24V187, and 25V165 will need to have the new final remedy performed once it is available.
NHTSA campaign 25V467000 · Ford Motor Company
Jun 27, 2025Back Over Prevention, SoftwareFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018 to 2022 Transit Connect, 2019 to 2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019 to 2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020 to 2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020 to 2022 Escape, F250 SD, Corsair, 2020 to 2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020 to 2024 Explorer, 2021 to 2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022 to 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.
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V442000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 14, 2025Power Train, Automatic TransmissionFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 to 2024 Bronco Sport and 2022 to 2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12 volt battery state of charge.
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.
NHTSA campaign 25V158000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 14, 2025Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel Injection SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2022 Escape and 2021 to 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbers 22V859 or 24V187. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
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 powertrain control module (PCM) software, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 22, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S21.
NHTSA campaign 25V165000 · Ford Motor Company
Jan 17, 2025Electrical System, 12v/24v/48v BatteryFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 to 2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 to 2023 Maverick vehicles. The 12 volt battery may experience degradation and suddenly fail.
Risk: Battery failure can result in a loss of electrical accessories, including the hazard lights, or cause a loss of drive power, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and if necessary, replace the 12 volt battery, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 2, 2025. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S02. Vehicles in this recall were previously repaired under 24V267 and will need to have the new remedy completed.
NHTSA campaign 25V019000 · Ford Motor Company
Aug 9, 2024Visibility, Windshield Wiper/washerFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 to 2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
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.
NHTSA campaign 24V594000 · Ford Motor Company
Apr 12, 2024Electrical System, Body Control Module/bcmFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 to 2024 Bronco Sport and 2022 to 2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12 volt battery state of charge.
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.
NHTSA campaign 24V267000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 22, 2024TiresFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Maverick and Bronco Sport vehicles. The tires may have been manufactured incorrectly, which may result in a loss of vehicle handling and control.
Risk: A loss of vehicle handling and control increases the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the tires, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 5, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S20.
NHTSA campaign 24V223000 · Ford Motor Company
Mar 8, 2024Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel Injection SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 to 2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
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 to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on April 24, 2024. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 24S16. This recall is an expansion of previous recall number 22V859.
NHTSA campaign 24V187000 · Ford Motor Company
Jan 23, 2023Service Brakes, Hydraulic, Antilock/traction Control/electronic Limited SlipFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles. Valves inside the Anti lock Brake System (ABS) module may have been damaged during manufacturing, causing an internal ABS module leak.
Risk: A leak inside the ABS module can cause an unexpected increase in brake pedal travel or unexpected movement during an Auto Hold event, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the ABS Module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 2, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S01.
NHTSA campaign 23V021000 · Ford Motor Company
Nov 18, 2022Fuel System, Gasoline, Fuel Injection SystemFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020 to 2023 Escape and 2021 to 2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.
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 to include fuel injector leak detection and install a drain tube, free of charge. Interim owner notification letters informing owners of the safety risk were mailed January 9, 2023. Remedy parts are expected to be available in 1st Quarter of 2023. Owner notification letters were mailed February 28, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22S73. This recall includes all vehicles previously recalled under 22V191. Vehicles previously remedied under 22V191 will need to have the new remedy performed.
NHTSA campaign 22V859000 · Ford Motor Company
Sep 14, 2022Exterior Lighting, Lighting Control ModuleFord Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022 to 2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F150 vehicles. The parking lights may flicker when the headlights are activated. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 108, "Lamps, Reflective Devices, and Associated Equipment."
Risk: Flickering parking lights can reduce visibility, increasing the risk of a crash.
Fix: Dealers will replace the LED Driver module, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed March 29, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1 866 436 7332. Ford's number for this recall is 22C22.
NHTSA campaign 22V686000 · Ford Motor Company
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FAQ
Does the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 14 safety recalls for the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, including 1 marked do not drive. Not every car of this model year is affected, so check your VIN with NHTSA or a dealer.
How do I check if my 2023 Ford Bronco Sport has an open recall?
Enter your 17 character VIN in the NHTSA lookup at nhtsa.gov/recalls or call any franchised dealer of the brand. The VIN check tells you which recalls are still open on your exact car.
Are recall repairs free?
Yes. Under federal law the manufacturer must fix a safety recall for free at an authorized dealer, no matter who owns the car or how old it is. Some recalls on very old vehicles may be limited, so ask the dealer.
How long does a recall repair take?
Most recall fixes take under two hours once the dealer has the parts. When parts are short the dealer may need weeks, and for do not drive recalls they often offer a loaner or towing.