2022 Ford Bronco Problems

Severe Issues

Real NHTSA owner complaints for the 2022 Ford Bronco. Part of Generation 6 — 2021–present.

20212023
Complaints
421
Crashes
10
Fires
6
Injuries
4
Fatalities
Recalls
19

Worst 2022 Ford Bronco Problems

Top 3 most-reported issues with average mileage at failure.

#164 complaints

Wipers & Visibility

Avg mileage:1,673 mi
Crash-related:1
#241 complaints

Engine Problems

Avg mileage:28,177 mi
Crash-related:1
Fires:2
#336 complaints

Brakes

Avg mileage:37,564 mi
Crash-related:1
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All Problems by Category

Every NHTSA complaint category for the 2022 Ford Bronco.

Wipers & Visibility
64
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
1,673
Engine Problems
41
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
2
Avg Miles
28,177
Brakes
36
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
37,564
Transmission / Drivetrain
33
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
26,434
Electrical Faults
31
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
1
Avg Miles
24,500
Suspension Failures
25
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
32,489
Gasoline Fuel System
20
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
30,357
Fuel System
18
complaints
Crashes
Fires
2
Avg Miles
Backup Camera
15
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
30,640
Body Structure
11
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Steering Defects
10
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
36,125
Seat-Related Issues
9
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
38,250
Seat Belt Issues
8
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Headlight/Taillight Failures
7
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
1,438
Forward Collision Avoidance: Automatic Emergency Braking
7
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Airbags
6
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Unintended Acceleration
5
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Rearview System Braking
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Warnings
4
complaints
Crashes
1
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility
4
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield
3
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Warnings
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Forward Collision Avoidance: Adaptive Cruise Control
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Structural Problems
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Visibility:Windshield Wiper/Washer
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Wheel Issues
2
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Electrical System:Adas
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles
Engine & Cooling
1
complaints
Crashes
Fires
Avg Miles

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Recalls for 2022 Ford Bronco

19 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting ~3,752,314 vehicles.

26V124000Back Over Prevention:software
~849,310 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Ford Bronco and 2021-2024 Ford Edge vehicles. The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.

25V888000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~35 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 23V165. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

25V721000Seats:critical Fasteners
~163,256 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.

25V685000Equipment:electrical:engine Block Heater
~59,006 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 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.

25V455000Fuel Pump
~850,318 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.

25V273000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~128,889 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco vehicles. The 360-degree view camera may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.

25V315000Back Over Prevention:software
~1,076,138 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco, F-150, 2021-2024 Edge, 2022-2025 Escape, F-250, F-350, F-450, F-550, F-600, 2022-2024 Expedition, 2022-2025 Transit, 2021-2023 Mach-E, 2024 Ranger, Mustang, 2021-2023 Lincoln Nautilus, 2022-2024 Navigator, and 2023-2024 Corsair vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.

25V312000Back Over Prevention: Sensing System: Camera
~12,219 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were repaired incorrectly under recall 22V-825. The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended. As such, these vehicles fail to comply with the requirements of Federal Motor Vehicle Safety Standard number 111, "Rear Visibility."

25V025000Suspension:rear:shock Absorber
~149,449 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles. The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.

24V635000Engine And Engine Cooling:engine:hard Parts Internal/mechanical
~90,736 affected

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco, F-150, Edge, Explorer, Lincoln Nautilus, and Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with either a 2.7L or 3.0L Nano EcoBoost engine. The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.

+ 9 more recalls

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2022 Ford Bronco — FAQ

Answers based on real NHTSA complaint and recall data for this specific model year.

Is the 2022 Ford Bronco reliable?
Verdict: Severe Issues. The 2022 Ford Bronco has 421 NHTSA complaints, 10 crash-related, and 19 recall campaigns. The most common issue is Wipers & Visibility with 64 complaints. Source: NHTSA via VinItel.
What are common problems with the 2022 Ford Bronco?
Top reported problems: Wipers & Visibility (64 complaints, avg 1,673 mi); Engine Problems (41 complaints, avg 28,177 mi); Brakes (36 complaints, avg 37,564 mi). Every complaint is filed by an owner with NHTSA — this is raw reported data, not editorial opinion.
At what mileage do problems start on the 2022 Ford Bronco?
The weighted average mileage at time of complaint is about 23,509 miles. Some components fail earlier, some later — check the "All Problems by Category" table above for per-issue averages.
How safe is the 2022 Ford Bronco?
NHTSA complaints for the 2022 Ford Bronco include 10 crash-related reports, 6 fire reports, 4 injuries, and 0 fatalities. These are owner-reported incidents, not official crash-test ratings — a complaint being filed doesn't confirm a defect, but clusters around specific components are worth investigating.
Does the 2022 Ford Bronco have any recalls?
Yes — 19 NHTSA recall campaigns affecting an estimated 3,752,314 vehicles. Recalls are free to fix at the dealer. Always verify by VIN whether the specific car you're looking at has had its recalls addressed.
Should I buy a 2022 Ford Bronco?
Proceed with extreme caution. The 2022 Ford Bronco shows significantly more complaints than average for its class. If you're buying one, a pre-purchase inspection and a VIN history check are essential — skip them and you're gambling.

Source: NHTSA (National Highway Traffic Safety Administration) complaint and recall databases, aggregated by VinItel.

Wider context: See the full Ford Bronco reliability report with year-by-year comparison and generation analysis.

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