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2023 Ford Bronco SportProblems, Recalls & Reliability

Based on reports from 242 owners and 14 recalls for this exact model.

Data updated ·NHTSA complaints through October 28, 2026

Complaints
242
Crashes
13
Fires
10
Recalls
14
TSBs
115
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Preliminary Verdict

Red Flag

Based on 242 complaints, 13 crashes, 10 fires, and 14 recalls. Complaint rate is 2.2x the class average.

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Top reported problems

1

touch screen doesnt work

1 complaints • Severity 8/10

$X,XXX
2

water pump

1 complaints • Severity 6/10

$X,XXX

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Mechanic Inspection Checklist

!Check the Fuel SystemHIGH

61 owners reported fuel system issues — failures commonly reported around 25K miles.

!Inspect the EngineMED
Look for symptoms of wear and premature failure
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Failure Timeline by Mileage

36
0–30K
19
30–60K
3
60–90K
1
90–120K
120–150K
150K+

Peak failure range: 0–30K miles (36 reports) • Median: 25K miles

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30,000-Mile Cost Projection

Best Case

$X,XXX

Most Likely

$X,XXX

Worst Case

$X,XXX

Top cost driver: Fuel System (61 reports).

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Owner Intelligence

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Buyer Lot Checklist

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Negotiation Talking Points

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Buy / Skip Verdict

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Where the complaints fall

Fuel System61 (25%)
Engine39 (16%)
Electrical34 (14%)
Drivetrain21 (9%)
Other19 (8%)
Brakes10 (4%)
Visibility7 (3%)
Equipment:appliance:tv/radio/speakers5 (2%)

2023 Ford Bronco Sport: Known Issues & Problem Areas

Fuel System Issues

Fuel System complaints account for 25% of all reports filed for the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, with 61 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. The median mileage at time of complaint is 25,000 miles, suggesting issues tend to surface around the 25K-mile mark.

Engine Issues

Engine complaints account for 16% of all reports filed for the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, with 39 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to engine-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Electrical Issues

Electrical complaints account for 14% of all reports filed for the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, with 34 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to electrical-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Drivetrain Issues

Drivetrain complaints account for 9% of all reports filed for the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport, with 21 owners filing complaints with NHTSA. Owners should pay attention to drivetrain-related symptoms during test drives and pre-purchase inspections.

Data sourced from NHTSA owner complaints and community reports. The full report analyzes severity, repair costs, and failure patterns for each category.

Complaint trend by year

24
23
69
24
55
25
94
26

Complaints filed with NHTSA by year for the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport. Recent trend: increasing.

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Recall History (14 recalls)

22V686000Mar 2023

EXTERIOR LIGHTING:LIGHTING CONTROL MODULE

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 F-150 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."

22V859000Feb 2023

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Escape and 2021-2023 Bronco Sport vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

23V021000May 2023

SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC:ANTILOCK/TRACTION CONTROL/ELECTRONIC LIMITED SLIP:CONTROL UNIT/MODULE

Ford 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.

24V187000Apr 2024

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 Bronco Sport and 2022 Escape vehicles equipped with 1.5L engines. A fuel injector may crack and leak fuel inside the engine compartment.

24V223000Apr 2024

TIRES

Ford 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.

+ 9 more recalls in the full report

Recall severity analysis & seller scripts

The full report rates each recall's severity and gives you scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.

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2023 Ford Bronco Sport NHTSA Safety Ratings

Overall

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Frontal crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Side crash

★★★★★

5 of 5 stars

Rollover

★★★★★

4 of 5 stars

From NHTSA's New Car Assessment Program (5-Star Safety Ratings). Where NHTSA tested more than one version of this vehicle, the lowest rating is shown.

NHTSA Defect Investigations (3)

All closed. Investigations are how NHTSA decides whether a defect needs a recall.

PE24002ClosedOpened Jan 2024 · closed Aug 2024

Loss of Motive Power

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

RQ24008ClosedOpened Apr 2024 · closed Oct 2025

Underhood fires caused by fuel leak

FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE:FUEL INJECTION SYSTEM:INJECTORS

RQ24014ClosedOpened Nov 2024 · closed Oct 2025

Loss of Motive Power

ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:12V/24V/48V BATTERY

The worst model year for the Ford Bronco Sport is the 2021 — worth knowing if you're cross-shopping years. The biggest problem area is engine.

2023 Ford Bronco Sport vs. Class Average (Small Sport Utility Vehicle 4WD)

This vehicle

242

Class avg

112

2.2x the class average — significantly more complaints than typical small sport utility vehicle 4wd vehicles.

Complaint counts correlate with sales volume — popular vehicles naturally generate more reports. The full report normalizes for this.

About this data

NHTSA Complaints

Federal database of owner-filed safety complaints. 242 records for this vehicle.

NHTSA Recalls

Manufacturer-issued safety recalls. 14 recalls found for this vehicle.

Repair Cost Data

Real-world repair costs from owner reports and independent databases.

Last updated . NHTSA complaints received through October 28, 2026; safety ratings from NHTSA's 5-Star program.

Other Ford Bronco Sport Model Years

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2023 Ford Bronco Sport: Frequently Asked Questions

What is the most common problem with the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport?
The most commonly reported issue with the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport is related to the fuel system, with 61 complaints filed with NHTSA.
Is the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport reliable?
The 2023 Ford Bronco Sport has 242 complaints, 13 crash reports, and 10 fire reports filed with NHTSA. This is 2.2x the class average — higher than typical for its segment.
How safe is the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport?
NHTSA rates the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport 5 out of 5 stars overall, with 5 stars in frontal crash tests, 5 stars in side crash tests, 4 stars for rollover resistance. Where NHTSA tested more than one version, the lowest rating is shown.
How much does it cost to fix 2023 Ford Bronco Sport problems?
Repair costs vary by issue. The full BumperScan report includes detailed repair cost estimates (low/median/high) for every major issue, plus a 30,000-mile total cost of ownership projection.
Does the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport have any recalls?
Yes, the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport has 14 recalls on record. At least one is a critical “Do Not Drive” recall. The full report includes recall severity analysis and scripts for asking the seller about recall completion.
What mileage do Ford Bronco Sport problems start?
Based on 59 complaints with mileage data, the median mileage at time of complaint is 25,000 miles. The highest concentration of reported issues occurs in the 0–30K mile range. The full report breaks down exactly which components fail at each mileage bracket.
When was the 2023 Ford Bronco Sport data last updated?
BumperScan last checked this vehicle against NHTSA on October 30, 2026, covering owner complaints received through October 28, 2026 plus the latest recalls, investigations and technical service bulletins.
What’s in the full report?
10 sections of AI analysis: severity-ranked issues, component scores (0-100), 30K-mile cost projection, failure timeline by mileage, recall details with seller scripts, owner sentiment analysis, mechanic checklist, buyer lot checklist, negotiation ammo with dollar figures, and a buy/skip verdict.
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