AI Damage2022 Ford Bronco Sport: common problems
Owners of the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport filed 369 complaints with NHTSA, most often about engine and electrical system. The maker issued 152 service bulletins for this year. We found 1 repair videos on YouTube. Details by component below, with sources.
Key figures
- Owner complaints
- 369
- involving a crash
- 13
- Technical service bulletins (TSB)
- 152
- YouTube repair videos
- 1
What fails most often
- 1 Engine 22% of all complaints
- 2 Electrical system 21% of all complaints
- 3 Powertrain 19% of all complaints
- 4 Fuel system 14% of all complaints
- 5 Service brakes 14% of all complaints
- 6 Fuel/propulsion system 11% of all complaints
- 7 Forward collision avoidance 4% of all complaints
- 8 Steering 4% of all complaints
- Engine: 82 complaints (22% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 8.
- Electrical system: 77 complaints (21% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 23.
- Powertrain: 70 complaints (19% of all), 1 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 29.
- Fuel system: 52 complaints (14% of all); manufacturer bulletins for this component: 4.
- Service brakes: 50 complaints (14% of all), 2 of them with a crash reported by the owner; manufacturer bulletins for this component: 4.
Engines and transmissions
US-market versions per EPA. On the right: how many NHTSA complaints name this engine or transmission type.
- 1.5 L · petrol · turbo · 3 cylnamed in 5 complaints
- 2 L · petrol · turbo · 4 cylnamed in 1 complaints
- automatic, 8-speed
Drive: AWD, 4WD
Symptoms owners describe
How many of the 369 NHTSA complaints mention each symptom (automatic count from complaint text; one complaint can mention several).
Components owners complain about
| Component | Owner complaints | involving a crash | Technical service bulletins (TSB) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Engine | 82 | 1 | 8 |
| Electrical system | 77 | 0 | 23 |
| Powertrain | 70 | 1 | 29 |
| Fuel system | 52 | 0 | 4 |
| Service brakes | 50 | 2 | 4 |
| Fuel/propulsion system | 42 | 1 | 3 |
| Forward collision avoidance | 15 | 0 | 2 |
| Steering | 14 | 3 | 3 |
| Vehicle speed control | 10 | 3 | 2 |
| Engine and cooling | 9 | 0 | 15 |
| Air bags | 9 | 6 | 0 |
| Structure | 8 | 0 | 8 |
| Visibility | 8 | 1 | 7 |
| Suspension | 8 | 1 | 5 |
What owners report
Short excerpts of NHTSA complaints in the original wording. These are owner statements not verified by NHTSA; personal data removed.
This intentional data manipulation was used to knowingly bypass active safety recall alerts.SUMMARY OF INCIDENT:In March 2026, while traveling on [XXX], the front suspension suffered an unexplained, catastrophic failure, resulting in an immediate, total loss of steering control.
We have a video of the incident from our ring camera: [XXX] My daughter pulled our 2022 Bronco Sport out of our driveway onto [XXX] and then made a right turn onto [XXX] After completing the turn, my daughter said the car pulled to the right like the lane assist kicked in and locked and would not allow her to turn the…
At approximately 7:00 p.m., it was already dark, and I relied on my vehicle’s rear parking-aid sensor to assist me while backing out of my driveway. However, the rear collision/parking-aid sensor did not activate and provided no audible or visual warnings.
The rear warning system stops working intermittently especially when the rear hatch thinks it’s open. So I ended up backing into another vehicle because I have neck issues and depend on the safety systems of my car.
Air bags failed to deploy when the car hit a tree. Issue has not be reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center. Vehicle has been inspected by claims adjuster only. There were no messages or symptoms of an issue prior to failure.
Then I remember abruptly seeing brake lights ahead, braking hard, and the collision warning system going off. I was braking for several seconds and it became clear to me that I was going to crash into the vehicle in front of me. Immediately upon impact, my Bronco Sport caught fire. I felt the heat.
There were no warning lights illuminated. A police report was filed. There was no airbag deployment or fire. The vehicle was towed to the local dealer but was not diagnosed or repaired. The manufacturer was not contacted. The failure mileage was approximately 5, 000.
The air bags did not deploy, and as a result, the driver was thrust forward into the steering wheel. No warning lights were illuminated. A police report was filed, and injuries were reported.
When owners complained
NHTSA complaints by filing year. The peak shows at what age the problems show up most.
Comparison
By complaint count this model year ranks 171 of 2,102 model years in the NHTSA data (top 8% most complained about).
On average one model year of the Bronco Sport has 225 complaints (6 years in the data). This year has 369, above average.
What to check before buying
- Engine. Cold start, unusual noises, oil leaks and engine codes.
- Electrical system. Scan all modules, test the battery and alternator, inspect connectors near the impact zone.
- Powertrain. Shift quality under load, harsh shifts, transmission codes, CV joints.
- Fuel system. Fuel smell, leaks, rough running, fuel-system codes.
Manufacturer service bulletins
Bulletin titles as filed with NHTSA.
- For 20222026 vehicles equipped with a 8F35 transmission, a revision to the Road Testing Vehicle procedure…
For 20222026 vehicles equipped with a 8F35 transmission, a revision to the Road Testing Vehicle procedure has been made in the WSM, Section 307-01 > Diagnosis and Testing. This updated procedure improves the diagnosis…
- This article supersedes TSB 25-2466 to add Bronco Sport, Escape, Maverick and Corsair, as well as removing…
This article supersedes TSB 25-2466 to add Bronco Sport, Escape, Maverick and Corsair, as well as removing Expedition and Navigator. One time use parts for Corsair and Bronco Sport were also added to the parts list…
- Some 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L may exhibit a lack of air conditioning (A/C)…
Some 2021-2024 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with a 1.5L may exhibit a lack of air conditioning (A/C) cooling while at a stop and idling in ambient temperatures of 100°F (38°C) or higher. In addition, there are no…
- For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion…
For Various Ford and Lincoln vehicles, if diagnostics lead to the replacement of the front seat cushion cover J-clips, lower-level service parts are now available. Use service part W709919-S901 if the J-clip is…
- NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD - Emissions Recall 26E04 Certain 2021-2025 Model Year F-150, Maverick, Mustang,…
NEW VEHICLE DELIVERY HOLD - Emissions Recall 26E04 Certain 2021-2025 Model Year F-150, Maverick, Mustang, Ranger, Expedition, Bronco Sport, Explorer, Bronco, Navigator, and Aviator Vehicles Powertrain Control Module…
- Reason for update
update the Parts list to correct a part description " Loctite 638", update the claim quantity for the drain/fill plug, update the claim quantity of the wheel hub bolts (Corsair) and limited the parts list for…
- Some 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles equipped with an…
Some 2020-2026 Corsair/Escape, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2026 Maverick vehicles equipped with an 8F35 transmission may exhibit a shudder condition, most noticeable at speeds below 60 mph (100 km/h), with no…
- Certain 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco, 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco Sport, 2020-2022 Model Year Corsair and…
Certain 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco, 2021-2024 Model Year Bronco Sport, 2020-2022 Model Year Corsair and Escape, 2016-2024 Model Year Explorer, 2019-2020 Model Year Fusion, 2016-2018 Model Year Focus RS, 2022-2024…
- 2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick, 2024-2026…
2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick, 2024-2026 Mustang/Ranger/Nautilus vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger…
- Reason for update
add Bronco Sport and Escape vehicles and add labor operations to repair the rear right/left carpet area. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit a condition where the carpet is loose or…
- Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles utilize an advanced headlamp design that features a sharp horizontal…
Bronco Sport and Maverick vehicles utilize an advanced headlamp design that features a sharp horizontal light-to-dark transition. This is an intentional optical characteristic designed to meet safety and performance…
- Reason for update
To add a Step to reprogram the all-wheel drive (AWD) module for Bronco Sport vehicles. Some of the vehicles listed in the Model statement above may exhibit all of the following conditions: Shudder chatter condition…
NHTSA lists 152 bulletins for this year; the 12 newest are shown here.
Repair videos
We do not copy videos: these are YouTube links credited to their authors. Amounts are as stated by the author and not verified by us.
Other years of this model
Questions and answers
What are the most common problems with the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport?
Owner complaints to NHTSA most often mention: engine, electrical system, powertrain. Total complaints: 369. The most frequent symptoms in complaint texts: warning lights, check engine (19%), smoke, burning smell, fire (12%), loss of power / limp mode (8%).
How many service bulletins (TSB) were issued for the 2022 Ford Bronco Sport?
NHTSA lists 152 manufacturer service bulletins for this year. A bulletin tells dealers how to diagnose or fix a known issue; it is not a recall.
Should I buy a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport from a US auction?
Owner complaints describe defects, not crash damage. Before bidding, check the components listed above and review the lot photos: VinWind builds a report of visible and hidden damage by VIN.
Other 2022 models
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Sources: public NHTSA data (USA): service bulletins and owner complaints; YouTube: links to videos credited to their authors. Complaints are owner statements not verified by NHTSA, and describe defects rather than crash damage. Data updated 2026-11-04.