10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
1 / 1
Injuries / Deaths:
0 / 0
Average Mileage:
5,366 miles

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problem #33

Dec 072024

Bronco

  • miles
We were returning home from a trip. We pulled into a gas station to get gas. As we pulled up to the gas pump, we smelled smoke and then saw smoke and fire. We immediately turned the Bronco off and jumped out. Shortly after, the whole engine compartment area was on fire. Luckily, there was a tow truck in the parking lot and was able to drag it away from the gas pumps. I had gotten an oil change prior to our trip. There were no warning signals, lights, or indication of temperature or oil problems. I had intermittently smelled gas while driving during our trip, but my wife said she did not smell gas on the passenger side.

- Conroe, TX, USA

problem #32

Jun 012024

Bronco

  • 103,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while driving at various speeds, the vehicle lost motive power. The check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to a dealer where it was diagnosed that a bent valve stem needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The failure mileage was 103,000.

- Atlanta, GA, USA

problem #31

Aug 062024

Bronco

  • 35,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that the check engine warning light was illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer where it was diagnosed and determined that the spark plugs had failed to remain connected. The spark plugs were reconnected. The next day the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was returned to the dealer where it was diagnosed with the same failure. The spark plugs were replaced. The failure reoccurred and the engine sounded as if the engine was sputtering while starting the vehicle for several minutes. The vehicle was returned to the dealer where it was diagnosed as spark plug failure and that the engine was misfiring. There were no DTC codes retrieved. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer had not been made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 35,000.

- Maple Heights, OH, USA

problem #30

Feb 292024

Bronco

  • miles
There is a major lag in the time from when you hit the pedal to when you start accelerating, almost like a pause. Hesitation, long lag or dead spot in accelerating. Failed to accelerate from a stop at least 3 times.

- Chicago , IL, USA

problem #29

Feb 012023

Bronco

  • miles
I have the same complaint that many 2021-2023 Ford Bronco owners have had in regards to the 'scraping/grinding' noise in 1st and 2nd gear. I have seen this on dozens of forums and Ford acknowledged it is an issue. I was told to bring the car in when I was ready for an oil change. This is after being a second day reservation holder and waiting 2.5 years for my car to be built. The dealership told me that the transmission was bad and I needed a new transmission. It will take 10-15 weeks to get a new transmission, and in the meantime all that was offered was a less than ideal rental car (ford edge) and to wait patiently. This is a known issue that the transmissions were faulty, Ford has not been responsive in terms of getting any help/assistance otherwise, and I am not sure if this will even fix the problem. There are hundreds of other owners who have this same issue, and Ford has done nothing.

- Denver, CO, USA

problem #28

Oct 102023

Bronco

  • miles
My bronco started having issues randomly when it went into limp mode one day. I brought it in to get fixed and it continued to happen. Ultimately, they told me that it needed a brand new engine.

- South Ryegate , VT, USA

problem #27

Nov 112023

Bronco

  • miles
Not exactly sure how it started to happen. Meaning there was a powertrain malfunction so my Ford computer tells me, which caused the vehicle to not restart and in addition to it not restarting, the vehicle also didn't have brakes, so it simply rolled backwards without any control until I hit a tree to stop me. On the way down, I also hit the bumper and damaged it and also hit the driver's side mirror on a rock on the way down.

- Middleburg, FL, USA

problem #26

Dec 242023

Bronco

  • miles
Battery charge, over heated, failed power train, and failed 4x4 happened all within seconds of each other. We were on a 2 lane hwy where there was very little room to pull off the main road. It was Christmas Eve and we were about 60 miles from home. We had to pay around $400 dollars to have it towed home and it was freezing outside while we waited.

- Lake Stevens, WA, USA

problem #25

Apr 042023

Bronco

  • miles
Flat towed vehicle behind motorhome. Followed Fords instructions to the letter. Transmission fried even though computer showed flat tow engaged. Ford refused to warranty this issue and blames the operator due to an internal memo. Ford dealerships have acknowledged their is an issue with their flat tow system but Ford refuses to warranty.

- Lake Havasu City, AZ, USA

problem #24

Oct 312023

Bronco

  • miles
Driving down the road on 10/31/23, all of a sudden the entire vehicle started to shake, then the check engine light came on, then the vehicle started shaking even worse- losing power and sputtering. Pulled over and had it towed to dealer- Buckhannon WV- they checked the compression and found nothing. I am still waiting for someone to look at the vehicle's engine to determine the issue- I have not even owned this Bronco for 3 months when this happened. It only has 24000 miles on it. It left me stranded along the highway- my friend had to come and pick me up. I currently have no vehicle to get back and forth to work. Its sad that you pay such for a vehicle so you don't have to worry about getting back and forth and now it looks like I will be waiting for months- no Bronco and no one seems to be concerned.

- Mount Clare , WV, USA

problem #23

Jun 292023

Bronco

  • miles
Once the vehicle hit around 3000 miles it started making a loud clicking noise while the vehicle was running parked or driving. The noise continued to get louder. When I called New Brighton Ford where i purchased the vehicle brand new on 4/25/23 at the end of June I was told to make a service appt. The soonest they could see the vehicle was 4 weeks later. Because of the continued noise I called on about July 12 2023 they agreed they would look at it upon looking at the vehicle. It was found that the engine was in engine failure. They kept the vehicle for six weeks and had to replace to the engine.

- New Brighton , MN, USA

problem #22

Aug 272023

Bronco

  • miles
2022 Ford Bronco loss power while driving moderate speed (35 - 55 MPH) and would not immediately restart after the first attempt. After finally restarting it would continue to stall. The car was towed to the dealership where after four weeks of investigating they found the catalytic converter to be melted. The car has now been sitting at the dealership for 7 weeks with an "indefinite lead time" on replacement parts. My Bronco only has 14,000 miles on it and no determination on what caused the catalytic converter to melt.

- Stevensville, MI, USA

problem #21

Nov 052022

Bronco

  • miles
Brake pedal kicks back on our foot when stopped brakes dont work good lost brake fluid must pump brakes to come to a stop or slow down on going for a year now dealer drove for only nine miles they said its ok still have the problem - engine has lost power when hot - when it is cold on start up the motor runs rough and lacks power dealer has not looked at the engine problem yet -turn signals will turn when turning right when it is canceled it will turn the left turn signal on same thing going to the left it turn the right on on -all problems are still on going as of 10-4-2023

- Gresham, OR, USA

problem #20

Jul 272023

Bronco

  • miles
multiple lights on dash turned on also check engine light' loss of power and jerking of vehicle

- Odessa, TX, USA

problem #19

Jun 082023

Bronco

  • miles
Lost power while in drive. Car became unresponsive. No response to accelerator inputs. Engine light flashes and request to stop car, turn off, and restart. No power to get out of traffic, safely rolled of highway.

- Renton, WA, USA

problem #18

Mar 062023

Bronco

  • 38,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while starting the vehicle, the check engine warning light illuminated. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the dealer stated that there was low compression in cylinder #3. The contact was informed that the engine needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was contacted but no assistance was provided. The failure mileage was 38,000.

- Indianola, MS, USA

problem #17

Jan 092023

Bronco

  • miles
I received a "Power Malfunction/ Reduced Power" notification. Then I received a notification to "Service Engine" -control system has detected the turbocharger wastegate is stuck closed. Vehicle is currently at the dealer, per service tech faulty turbo, new one ordered.

- Lakewood, CA, USA

problem #16

Oct 032022

Bronco

  • 12 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while starting the vehicle he heard a rattling nosing coming from the vehicle. There was no warning light illuminated. The contact stated that after the vehicle warmed up, the sound went away. The vehicle was taken to the dealer and the mechanic confirmed the abnormal sound coming from the vehicle, but no failure was found. The manufacturer was contacted and advised the contact to reach out to the NHTSA Hotline and file a complaint. The failure mileage was 12.

- Henderson, NV, USA

problem #15

Nov 122022

Bronco 6-cyl

  • miles
Bronco has less than 43 miles. Took vehicle on highway and went to go pass a semi and the vehicle lost all power. This could of caused a wreck if there was someone behind me trying to pass the semi as well. Took back to the Dealership and the turbo failed on my brand new Bronco. Please see Bronco6G for someone who is logging a list of other members that had similar issues. https://www.bronco6g.com/forum/threads/2-3-2-7-failed-turbo-list-7-counting-slowly-working-on-list.59162/

- Laramie, WY, USA

problem #14

Nov 142022

Bronco

  • miles
Brand New Bronco Black Diamond Edition. Driven 1000 miles and now engine will not accelerate. Loud noises coming from engine with multiple warnings from the app: 1) powertrain / 4 wheel drive fault 2) transmission Control module / electrical fault with transmission sensor and it-??s associated wiring 3)power train control module has detected one of the transmission speed sensors readings is operating outside of the expected range for the vehicle

- Castle Rock, CO, USA

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