Ford Bronco Sport Complaints

1,315 consumer complaints on file.

#11554243November 8, 2023
VISIBILITY:POWER WINDOW DEVICES AND CONTROLS
The contact owns a 2023 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked, the rear passenger’s side window was stuck. The vehicle had not been diagnosed by an independent mechanic or dealer. The vehicle had not been repaired by an independent mechanic or dealer. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and confirmed that there were no open appointments until the end of the month. The failure mileage was approximately 12,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11554113November 8, 2023
POWER TRAIN
Driving i10 west and my vehicle lost power shifted hard and went in limp mode. Wrench light came on with these warning awd/powertrain, hill assist front end collision unavailable, won’t shift to park
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11553730November 6, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that on several occasions while driving at various speeds, there was an abnormal sound coming from the front brakes. The vehicle was towed to a dealer where it was determined that the vehicle had sat for too long, the brake pads, and rotors were corroded, and the rear caliber bushings and rotor assembly needed to be replaced. The vehicle was repaired five times, but the failure persisted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 16,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11553512November 3, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, POWER TRAIN, POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION
Rear brakes moan when reversing at low speed. Has done this since day one. Also the transmission shifts are hard and hangs in sport mode and won’t shift. It hangs at almost 5k rpms and when I let off the gas no shift till 2300 rpms. Took it in and they looked at the transmission fluid said it was darker than usual for the mileage (14,000) and recommended a fluid flush that’s not covered by warranty. They changed fluid and I ask why it was doing this they said “ well that’s why we changed the fluid” which tells me nothing! Now the engine compartment rattle in gear and the transmission temperature after driving only 5 miles is hot enough to fry an egg on so my guess is it runs too hot and is burning or oxidation why else would it be black?
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11553486November 3, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
Like all the other complaints my 2021 Bronco Sport (Badlands) makes the worst LOUD noise when backing up and braking. It is not a little noise, it is a "wake up the neighbors" noise and it is hard not to flinch every time we get in the car and it sets the tone. Then we have to explain to everyone. That noise wouldn't happen if something wasn't very wrong with the car!!! I am shocked to see so many complaints and nothing is being done to protect drivers. This is not a cheap vehicle and I have owned Expeditions, an Edge, and F150's. Ford was a favorite until now. This happens every time not once in a while.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551786October 25, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
I was on my way to work and as I approached a 4-way intersection, the auto-stop feature on the vehicle shut the engine off. The vehicle's instrument panel started blinking then went completely black. The vehicle became completely disabled... the hazard lights were only functioning intermittently. I tried to re-start the vehicle without success and was not able to shift to neutral. The vehicle was in the middle of the road, so I called a tow to carry it to the dealership. The dealership was able to replicate the issue and blamed it on a 'dead-cell' battery. The dealership even said that the vehicle did the same thing to them once their booster pack was removed, so a simple jump from another vehicle would not have temporarily solved the issue. Before the incident, the vehicle gave absolutely NO warning or indication that the battery levels were low. I cannot believe that with all of the modern vehicle technology available, Ford did not develop a 'low-battery' warning light for their vehicles. I expect Ford to pay for every tow needed in the future due to a dead battery that completely disables the vehicle in the middle of the street.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551733October 24, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EQUIPMENT:APPLIANCE:TV/RADIO/SPEAKERS
This is the first episode of this event. I have been driving the vehicle for 17,000 miles. It was raining outside. When I pressed the button to start the ignition a horrifically loud screeching noise that terminated in what sounded like an explosion seemed to come from the passenger side if the vehicle. It last only a few seconds but it created a piercing sensation in my ears and left my ear was ringing for 10 minutes. I had to check my right ear for bleeding. Two hours later, my ear is still warm internally and aching. After the explosion, none of the audio worked on the vehicle. I tried the radio, the phone audio, the maps, and a voice phone call. I turned the car off and then on again. Still no sound. I drove for 30 minutes, waited an hour, then restarted the car and the audio returned. Prior to this, I have had daily issues with the sound mildly increasing and decreasing Independent of the road noise. I am now very fearful that this noise will happen again. If it had happened while I was driving the pain was intense enough to make me have an accident. I am concerned for hearing damage. Since it just happened and it is after hours, I have not taken it to the dealer yet. There were no warning lights or alarms before this happened,
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551710October 24, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Our Car lost power and engine failed to start in the middle of traffic today. [XXX] This article shows what is happening to our vehicle and I’m making the complaint today. This needs to be recalled! Very dangerous! My wife was driving and is 6 months pregnant with twins and thank god we were not on the highway and I was with her. INFORMATION REDACTED PURSUANT TO THE FREEDOM OF INFORMATION ACT (FOIA), 5 U.S.C. 552(B)(6)
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11551673October 24, 2023
TIRES
I actually love my Bronco Sport! I had car less than a month when tire developed a slow leak! The Ford dealership said I was going to have to buy a new tire at 268.00! REALLY? They said it was leaking due to Road hazard! I have not hit anything! The tire sidewall looks like it separating! I started doing research on the Tire and found out this tire has major structural issues!on Continental’s own website it gets 2.7 stars! Almost all the bad reviews are related to weak sidewalls! Separating, blowouts, sidewall bubbles! My trouble is that these tires should be discontinued and recalled! From Reading the reviews they are dangerous! My biggest disappointment is that Ford would actually put such poor rated tires on a New Vehicle! I am going to have to Replace all the Tires! Ford blames the tires I blame Ford for putting such crap on a new car! Especially a Bronco Sport! This Tire cannot even handle smooth pavement much less unpaved! Warning! If you are buying a New Ford MAKE sure it does not have this crappy dangerous tire! “Continental ProContact tx”
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550344October 17, 2023
AIR BAGS, VEHICLE SPEED CONTROL, SERVICE BRAKES
The contact's mother owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was parked with the engine turned on and the transmission shifter in the park position, the engine began to rev and the vehicle suddenly experienced unintended acceleration and crashed into a brick building. During the incident, the braking system malfunctioned and did not stop the vehicle, and only the driver's side leg air bags were deployed. No other air bags in the vehicle were deployed during the crash. The driver sustained bruising to both legs, a left leg laceration, and a neck injury. The front passenger sustained a neck injury and the rear driver's side passenger sustained a torso bruise from the seat belt. All occupants received medical treatment at the scene. A police report was taken. The vehicle was destroyed and towed away. The contact indicated that the collision avoidance system had also malfunctioned and did not prevent the crash from occurring. The manufacturer and local dealer were not notified of the failures. The failure mileage was unavailable.
Crash:
Yes
Fire:
No
Injuries:
3
Deaths:
0
#11550311October 16, 2023
UNKNOWN OR OTHER, SERVICE BRAKES, SUSPENSION
The floor board is missing underneath the driver's side. I can see what looks like gears. Not quite sure. Difficulty with braking. Hard to stop. I hear flapping noises coming from rear of vehicle when driving. Not quite if it's the suspension
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550300October 16, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
The screen for the entertainment system and rear back up camera goes black in the middle of driving or backing up and it unusable. This happens several times in the last two weeks.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550297October 16, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
After first start of the day when in reverse the rear brakes make a foghorn-like noise everyday. This is a known issue as it’s all over the internet. Dealer says it’s not a warranty issue. Could be a safety problem if left unrepaired.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11550252October 16, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, EXTERIOR LIGHTING
While driving today, this car abruptly stopped in the middle of the road. it would not restart and it was puttering over and over and popping for no reason it was resulted in me being stranded in the middle of a busy arterial for three hours. I called roadside assistance to jumpstart the vehicle and within three minutes it did the same thing is shut down at the corner. I was able to get into a parking lot and assess the issue and I actually had them jumpstart once again. I sat for 15 minutes and drove to an auto shop. They stated that there was no issue with the starter battery or alternator. However, there was a PCM code that popped up, which was related to the computer system of the vehicle. This was a very scary occurrence and I cannot believe that Car just randomly stops in the middle of the road while driving. My brother who owns his car drives over the highway every other day between two cities and I cannot imagine what will happen if they shut down on the highway.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549895October 13, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
At approximately 2000 miles , I had vehicle fueled, engine was off. After fueling was complete, put foot on break, pushed button to start every caution light imaginable lit up on dashboard, obviously, indicating something was wrong electronically. Vehicle said it was overheating. Brake pedal was all the way to the floor, bronco was not running, never started . Service station attendant lifted hood , didn’t visibly see anything wrong after approximately 5 minutes vehicle was able to start no issues. It was maybe 60° outside, I drove 5 miles from my home. Bronco was picked up, taken in dealership, was not able to replicate. It’s a year old I have 4500 miles on it and worried about future issues while driving.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549876October 13, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES
A loud moan is noted when the car is reversing. I have taken it to the dealer and was told they couldn’t find anything wrong with the vehicle. I have recorded the sound to show the dealer because I have another appointment for the same issue on October 30, 2023.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549865October 13, 2023
SERVICE BRAKES, SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULIC
The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving at an undisclosed speed and attempting to slow the vehicle, the vehicle failed to slow as intended. The contact also stated that the brake pedal was firm, requiring more distance than usual for the vehicle to come to a complete stop. No warning lights were illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer, who determined that the front and rear brake pads had abnormal wear, causing damage to the rear rotors. The vehicle was not repaired. After investigating the failure, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 21V922000 (Service Brakes, Hydraulic), but the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but referred the contact to the NHTSA Hotline for assistance. The failure mileage was 60,000.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549486October 11, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM
Battery installed is bad. Different operations were not working properly and I was afraid could stall out in traffic or leave me stranded. Dealership diagnosed it as bad, but now Ford is not acknowleding it is an issue and covering rentals to fix. I have seen many complaints about the Ford Bronco Sport tearing through batteries before their time. Mine was less than a year and a half old and less than 6,000 miles at the time the battery was acting up.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549328October 11, 2023
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM, ENGINE
Engine alternator failed at approximately 50,000 miles. The bearing failed and the pulley ultimately sheared off. We own 5 of these vehicles and 3 of the 5 have had this issue. The water pump also failed.
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0
#11549121October 10, 2023
ENGINE
Stopped at Red Light on Southbound Groesbeck Hwy & Martin Rd in Warren, MI and engine and all dash lights went out without warning and could not restart car. Was stuck in middle lane of 50 mph traffic with car stuck in gear and no way to push out of traffic. Very dangerous position to be in. Had to call a local tow truck flatbed to puts skids under all four tires to load on flatbed to move car to Crest Ford dealership at a cost of $140.00
Crash:
No
Fire:
No
Injuries:
0
Deaths:
0

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