10.0

really awful
Crashes / Fires:
0 / 0
Injuries / Deaths:
1 / 0
Average Mileage:
31,833 miles

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problem #5

Dec 052024

Bronco Sport

  • 46,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that after inspecting the driveway, the contact noticed an abnormal stain on the concrete driveway. The vehicle was taken to a local dealer for routine maintenance and the dealer discovered that the oil filter might have been left loose from the last service performed by the local dealer. The vehicle was repaired; however, the failure persisted. The contact's husband checked under the hood and noticed that oil was leaking onto some hoses. The vehicle was not repaired. In addition, the contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V191000 (Engine and Engine Cooling); however, the VIN was not included. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure. The failure mileage was approximately 46,000.

- Linn, TX, USA

problem #4

Dec 122023

Bronco Sport

  • 25,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while driving in reverse a grinding noise was present when pressing the brake pedal. Also, while operating the vehicle a burning odor was present inside the cabin of the vehicle which caused the contact to experience light headiness and nausea. No medical treatment was required. The vehicle was taken to the local dealer who was unable to determine the cause of the failures. Later, after starting the vehicle the engine stalled and the vehicle would not restart. The cause of the failures was not yet determined. The manufacturer was notified of the failure but no assistance was offered. The failure mileage was 25,000.

- High Point, NC, USA

problem #3

Sep 302024

Bronco Sport

  • 60,000 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated while having the vehicle serviced at the dealer, the contact was informed that the engine was leaking coolant. The vehicle was diagnosed, and it was determined that the water pump needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was notified of the failure. The approximate failure mileage was 60,000.

- Detroit, MI, USA

problem #2

Feb 202023

Bronco Sport

  • miles
What component or system failed or malfunctioned, and is it available for inspection upon request" Three times this vehicle has had the water pump replaced. 2/20/2023 at 20285 miles, it was replaced with the original part HX7Z8501A, which I also had to source the part myself from another dealer, as mine told me they had no ETA and could not locate one. 9/6/2023 at 38232 miles. It was replaced with the redesigned part HX7Z8501B. 2/6/2024 at 50137 miles. It was replaced again with the redesign part HX7Z8501B. The service advisors at the dealer stated they have never had to replace one three times before mine. Ford advised me that I need to report to NHTSA. How was your safety or the safety of others put at risk? Car could overheat. Has the problem been reproduced or confirmed by a dealer or independent service center? D'orazio Ford in Wilmington IL has done the three repairs Has the vehicle or component been inspected by the manufacturer, police, insurance representatives or others? Dealer service center Were there any warning lamps, messages or other symptoms of the problem prior to the failure, and when did they first appear" Coolant smell, low coolant, coolant sprayed in engine bay

- Joliet, IL, USA

problem #1

Jan 242024

Bronco Sport

  • 28,167 miles
The contact owns a 2022 Ford Bronco Sport. The contact stated that while the vehicle was at an independent mechanic for an oil change, the contact was informed that the engine oil casing and separator housing were cracked, causing oil to leak into the engine. The independent mechanic determined that the engine oil casing and separator housing needed to be replaced. The vehicle was not repaired. The manufacturer was made aware of the failure and advised the contact to file a complaint with the NHTSA Hotline. The contact related the failure to NHTSA Campaign Number: 22V191000 (Engine and Engine Cooling) however, the VIN was not included in the recall. The failure mileage was 28,167.

- Harker Heights, TX, USA