Ford Bronco Sport Complaints (2022)

347 consumer complaints on file.

#11503250January 23, 2023
ENGINE
Water pump cracks allow coolant to leak out thus overheating engine on open highway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11498684December 23, 2022
ENGINE, FUEL SYSTEM, GASOLINE
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact received notification of NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V859000 (Fuel System, Gasoline) however, the part to do the recall repair was not yet available. The contact stated that the manufacturer had exceeded a reasonable amount of time for the recall repair. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed, the vehicle hesitated while accelerating. Additionally, the engine made rattling sounds while driving. Additionally, the brakes failed to stop the vehicle immediately while the brake pedal was depressed. The vehicle also lunged forward while coming to a complete stop. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and Ford Pro Commercial Center (525 N 16th St, Sacramento, CA 95811) on separate occasions; however, the dealers were unable to duplicate the failure. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was 549. Parts distribution disconnect.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497878December 17, 2022
STEERING
The steering has developed a clicking/wind up noise while turning around 4000 miles. The vehicle is available for inspection. The vehicle was brought to the dealer twice. The noise was able to be heard, and seems to be an issue with a few bronco sports on their lot. The dealer noted “operating normally”
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11497167December 12, 2022
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD
I was driving on the highway, when I got a small crack in the windshield on the passenger side. When I was able to stop and inspect the vehicle, there a crack about an inch long. A few hours later after I returned home, I went to retrieve something from the car and noticed the crack had spread to about 6 inches long. I called Ford customer service to make a complaint. I called the dealership a couple of days later and the service department informed it would not be covered under warranty if there is any indication it is something other than a stress fracture. They advised I should file it on my insurance. There is a very tiny chip in the windshield. I am concerned because there are many complaints of cracks in the windshield. The vehicle is available for inspection upon request. At this time, I have not taken it to the dealership or had it inspected by insurance representatives. the crack is now about 8 inches long
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11496418December 7, 2022
ENGINE
Dealer is unable to repair recall issues. Ford contacted to buy back the unsafe vehcile. Ford denied the buy back claim. The vehicle is unusable. It is unsafe to drive
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494790November 24, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
The manual park release cable has a defect to it and needs to be replaced. I the defective part causes there to be a rattle at low speeds. Some 2021 bronco sports had a recall previously issued for this part but 2022s, even though they were built with the same part, have not formally been included in the recall yet.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494777November 23, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
I have taken my 2022 Ford bronco sport into 2 different dealers to check the brakes. They make a loud squealing noise when in reverse. They both dealers said it was dirt in the brakes. They said it was normal. It still it makes the noise in reverse.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11494193November 18, 2022
AIR BAGS, STEERING, SEATS
Passenger knee airbag did not deploy Drivers Steering column came off at base which is why there was no airbag deployed. Front driver and passenger sun visors came completely off and exposed wires and metal rods.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
2
Deaths:
0
#11492022November 2, 2022
ENGINE, ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
vehicle with 900 miles on it began smoking and caught fire under the hood for no apparent reason. Vehicle was in new condition. Vehicle likely a total loss (see photos). Driver was lucky to escape
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11482875September 5, 2022
ENGINE
In the last three weeks the check engine light has come on twice and stayed on after I started the vehicle. The first time it came on I had about 7800 miles on the vehicle. I called the dealership to see if I could get a service appointment (of course it was a Friday afternoon), the earliest appointment was the next Wednesday. I was told as long as the light was not flashing, I could drive the vehicle. I was also told to check the gas cap/door (there is no gas cap!) because there could be an air in the fuel line. As it turned out the light went off the next day. When I took the car in for service, I was told they did the "smoke" test, and everything checked out ok. Three week later the check engine light has come on again. It is a steady light, not flashing, taking it back to the dealership.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11482874September 5, 2022
SERVICE BRAKES
I have had this vehicle approximately 6 months, in that time I have noticed that not only is there a lot of brake dust and the brakes make a loud noise when reversing. The sound is like metal rubbing together and I have only noticed it when backing up. I've taken it to the dealership twice, both times I was told it's the new braking system Ford has and it's "normal".
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11481017August 24, 2022
ENGINE
Driving and Engine won’t accelerate. Almost like it is just coasting while I was merging on the freeway. It almost caused an accident. It has happened on multiple occasions. Ford service said when it is hot that just happens. It’s unsafe. The car has 600miles on it.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11477684August 4, 2022
ENGINE
Started my car and started down the driveway and all types of warnings with of about my engine overheating. Checked the antifreeze and there was none. Applied antifreeze and it drained into the engine. I had this vehicle for 2 months and it has been at the dealership since April 28,2022. was told there was a crack in the engine.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476865August 1, 2022
ENGINE
Brand new vehicle with about 3500 miles on it. Delivered 04/29/2022. On three separate occasions between 07/29/2022 - 07/31/2022, the vehicle started jerking/losing acceleration while driving and the engine began to sputter. Upon slowing down and during idle, the engine would continue sputtering to low RPM and eventually stall. This happened while driving on the road, almost resulting in an accident in a roundabout during one of the instances. The error I received via the Ford Pass app is: The Engine Control System is unable to control the fuel system pressure as expected. This is clearly a defective product, and so far Ford and Ford and Ford dealerships have offered me little options for repair often stating that it could be more than a month to fix with no options for a loaner vehicle. This is unacceptable. I have video proof of one of the incidents I am willing to share, but I cannot upload it to this form.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11476738July 31, 2022
STEERING
There is a repeating clicking noise (click, click, click…) every time I turn the steering wheel. It only occurs when it’s above 90 degrees Fahrenheit outside. Any problem related to the steering, or turning of the vehicle is a safety concern in my opinion. Ford forces the owner to make a service appointment to get the problem inspected (I could not just drive to a dealership). The earliest I could schedule an appointment at one of the three nearest dealerships to me is a week from the day I’m writing this complaint. So I guess I can either keep driving the vehicle in the unsafe condition, or get a rental on my own dime. There are no warning lights or trouble codes related to the issue, and the vehicle only has 3,500 miles on it. I’ve owned it for two months 🤦‍♂️.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11475881July 26, 2022
ENGINE, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The driver was on M53 near Armada around 5pm today, July 25, 2022. The owner was driving down the road another vehicle pulled up next to her and told her the vehicle was on fire. The driver was able to exit the vehicle and took the photo (unable to upload photo). Owner called 911 and fire department was able to extinguish the fire.
Crash:
No
Fire:
Yes
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11475271July 22, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The current acceleration pedal on this model is made out of hard plastic. While driving your foot slips off the pedal because there is no rubber on the pedal for a better contact. To counter this slippage you have to move the seat closer to the dash. This then becomes a safety issue because you are now too close to the dash to quickly move your foot to the brake pedal when necessary. There is no after market product offered by Ford to correct this matter. This needs to be addressed quickly so Ford can correct this. I don't know how this could not be noticed by the design managers and test team at Ford.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11474812July 19, 2022
POWER TRAIN, UNKNOWN OR OTHER, FUEL/PROPULSION SYSTEM
The wrench icon which refers to the Powertrain system keeps coming on. I received a message from the Ford pass system that there was (Fault) in the Powertrain system. That power was reduced. Further it said to see a dealer right away. All of the Ford Dealers in my area are all booked up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11469888June 18, 2022
POWER TRAIN
Received a Powertrain malfunction/reduced power warning at 190 miles. Noticed large oil leak on garage floor which turned out was leaking from TPU due to faulty cap. Car has been at dealer for 8 days to replace fluid and cap and no explanation provided for powertrain warning.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11469676June 16, 2022
UNKNOWN OR OTHER
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated while the vehicle was parked in a parking space on the park position, the vehicle unintendedly accelerated and reversed, striking her mother on the knee. The contact was able to get in the vehicle and depress the brake pedal. An appointment was scheduled for a diagnostic test. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was not notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 5,135.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
1
Deaths:
0

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