2024 Ford Bronco: Recalls, Problems & MPG
Here are the deets on the 2024 Ford Bronco: 16 recalls, 78 owner complaints and up to 20 mpg combined.
Recalls
16 vehicle recalls from the manufacturer. Repairs are free. Check your VIN to see if one is still open on your car.
Visibility (wipers, glass) Vehicle recall #24V142000 · 2024 · 7,875 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear quarter glass panels May have been improperly installed to the vehicle hard top, which can allow them to detach.
Why it matters: Detached rear glass panels May create a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and reinstall the rear glass panels on bronco vehicles. On bronco heritage vehicles, dealers will replace the rear left-hand removable quarter glass panel. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Bronco owner notification letters were mailed June 6, 2024. Bronco heritage…
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #24V189000 · 2024 · 9,847 vehicles
What's wrong: The left-side rear door May be opened from the inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "on" position.
Why it matters: A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the child safety locks and replace the rear door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 9, 2024.
Suspension Vehicle recall #24V770000 · 2024 · 2,416 vehicles
What's wrong: The front upper control arm ball joint nut May not have been installed or tightened properly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Why it matters: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and verify that the ball joint fastener is tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the ball joint and knuckle assembly as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on November 20, 2024.
Suspension Vehicle recall #25V025000 · 2025 · 149,449 vehicles
What's wrong: The rear shock absorbers May corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.
Why it matters: An external reservoir that detaches from a vehicle can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the rear shock absorbers, as necessary free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed August 15, 2025.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #25V164000 · 2025 · 269 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission valve body May have been machined incorrectly, which can cause reverse gear failure, or unexpected forward movement in reverse or neutral gear.
Why it matters: Unexpected vehicle movement increases the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will replace the transmission main control valve body, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 11, 2025.
Suspension Vehicle recall #25V308000 · 2025 · 3 vehicles
What's wrong: The front lower control arm fasteners May not have been tightened properly, allowing the control arm to detach from the frame.
Why it matters: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Owners are advised not to drive their vehicles until they have been repaired. Dealers will inspect and verify that the lower control arm fasteners are tightened properly. If a fastener is loose or missing, the dealer will replace the fastener. Repairs will be performed free of charge. Owner…
Suspension Vehicle recall #25V310000 · 2025 · 4,497 vehicles
What's wrong: The front upper control arm ball joint fastener May be missing or tightened improperly, allowing the front upper control arm to detach from the knuckle assembly.
Why it matters: A detached control arm can cause a loss of vehicle steering and control, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and tighten, or replace the ball joint fastener as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 23, 2025.
Backup camera Vehicle recall #25V315000 · 2025 · 1,076,138 vehicles
What's wrong: A software error May cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
Why it matters: A frozen or missing rearview camera image can reduce the driver's view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The accessory protocol interface module (apim) software will be updated by a dealer or through an over-the-air update, free of charge. This will be a phased campaign, with the remedy becoming available in different phases based on model and model years. Interim letters notifying owners of the…
Latches & locks Vehicle recall #25V303000 · 2025 · 2,002 vehicles
What's wrong: The left-side rear door May be opened from the inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "on" position.
Why it matters: A malfunctioning child safety lock that allows a rear door to be opened unintentionally can increase the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the child safety locks and replace the rear door latch, as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed on May 22, 2025.
Fuel system Vehicle recall #25V597000 · 2025 · 9 vehicles
What's wrong: The bolts securing the high pressure fuel pump May not be tightened properly, which can result in a fuel leak.
Why it matters: A fuel leak in the presence of an ignition source increases the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will replace the high pressure fuel pump mounting bolts, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 25, 2025.
Equipment Vehicle recall #25V685000 · 2025 · 59,006 vehicles
What's wrong: The engine block heater May crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
Why it matters: An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.
The fix: Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealers will replace the block heater, free of charge. Owners will also have a alternative option to replace engine block heater element with a threaded blanking plug, and remove the block heater electrical cord.…
Backup camera Vehicle recall #26V124000 · 2026 · 849,310 vehicles
What's wrong: The accessory protocol interface module (apim) May overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.
Why it matters: A rearview camera that fails to display an image can reduce the driverâs view behind the vehicle, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: The apim software will be updated by a dealer, or through an over-the-air (ota) update, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 13, 2026.
Transmission & drivetrain Vehicle recall #26V236000 · 2026 · 4,922 vehicles
What's wrong: The transmission to transfer case joint May be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer case input splines.
Why it matters: Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines May result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026.
Seats Vehicle recall #26V268000 · 2026 · 179,698 vehicles
What's wrong: The front seats May have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Why it matters: A seat with a dislodged bolt May not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026.
Body & structure Vehicle recall #26V403000 · 2026 · 36,046 vehicles
What's wrong: The fender flares May not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
Why it matters: A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
The fix: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026.
Engine, Electrical Vehicle recall #26V468000 · 2026 · 565,691 vehicles
What's wrong: The engine compartment wiring harness May become damaged and short circuit.
Why it matters: A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.
The fix: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. This is a phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2026 bronco raptor notified owners on 7/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2021-2025 bronco raptor vehicle will notify owners on or about 8/14/2026. Phase 3 will include 2021-2026 bronco will…
Most-reported problems
Owner complaints filed with NHTSA, by component. One complaint can list several components. 3 mention a fire, 1 injuries and 0 deaths were reported.
What owners describe
- Other / unknown (23): the most common themes are leaks (2).
- Electrical (18): the most common themes are electrical failure (5).
- Body & structure (14): the most common themes are leaks (3), noise or vibration (2).
- Brakes (7): no single recurring theme in the descriptions.
The 2024 Ford Bronco has 78 owner complaints, ranking #7 of 16 Bronco model years for complaints (about average; the typical year has 88). Complaints peaked in 2025 (34 filed that year). The typical problem showed up when the car was about 1 year old, at a median of 6,000 miles. Neighboring years: 2023 (229 complaints, 18 recalls), 2025 (54 complaints, 19 recalls).
Engines & fuel economy (EPA)
| Engine | Transmission | Drive | City | Hwy | Comb. | Fuel |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Manual 7-spd | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 21 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.3 L 4-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 20 | 21 | 20 | Regular |
| 2.7 L 6-cyl turbo | Automatic (S10) | Part-time 4-Wheel Drive | 19 | 21 | 20 | Regular |
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FAQ
Does the 2024 Ford Bronco have any recalls?
Yes. NHTSA lists 16 vehicle recalls for the 2024 Ford Bronco. Recall repairs are free at any dealer, no matter how old the car is. Check your VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What are the most common 2024 Ford Bronco problems?
Owners have filed 78 complaints with NHTSA. The most-reported areas are other / unknown (23), electrical (18), body & structure (14).
What gas mileage does the 2024 Ford Bronco get?
EPA ratings run up to 20 mpg combined (2.3 L, Manual 7-spd), across 3 engine and transmission combos.
Where can I get a 2024 Ford Bronco repair manual?
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