2026 Ford Bronco Sport Problems: 1 Known Issue
2026 model year · NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports · Updated October 2026
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport has 1 documented issue, with 1 rated critical. The most serious is Front Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Separation - Do Not Drive Recall. DIY maintenance guides at au7o.io.
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NHTSA Recalls28 recalls
ELECTRICAL SYSTEM:BODY CONTROL MODULE/BCM
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024 Bronco Sport vehicles. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
VISIBILITY:WINDSHIELD WIPER/WASHER:MOTOR
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2023-2024 Maverick, Ford Bronco Sport, and Mustang Mach-E vehicles. The front windshield wiper motor may become inoperative, causing the wipers to fail.
POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION:CONTROL MODULE (TCM/PCM/TECM)
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2024 Bronco Sport and 2022-2023 Maverick vehicles previously repaired incorrectly under recall number 24V-267. The body and power train control modules may fail to detect a change in the 12-volt battery state of charge.
BACK OVER PREVENTION:SOFTWARE
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2018-2022 Transit Connect, 2019-2020 MKZ, MKX, Edge, Continental, F-150, Nautilus, Fusion, 2019-2023 Ranger, Mustang, 2020-2021 EcoSport, Expedition, Navigator, 2020-2022 Escape, F-250 SD, Corsair, 2020-2023 Aviator, Transit, 2020-2024 Explorer, 2021-2024 Bronco Sport, and 2022-2024 Maverick vehicles. A software error may cause the rearview camera to display a blank image, or the image may remain on the display after the backing event has ended.
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What are the most common Ford Bronco Sport problems?
According to Au7o's research across NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports, the 2026 Ford Bronco Sport has 1 documented issue. The documented issue is: Front Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Separation - Do Not Drive Recall. Of these, 1 is rated critical and should be addressed promptly.
Is the Ford Bronco Sport reliable?
The 2026 Ford Bronco Sport has 1 known issue compiled from NHTSA recalls, manufacturer TSBs, and owner forum reports. 1 issue is rated critical: Front Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Separation - Do Not Drive Recall. Prospective buyers should inspect for these issues and factor potential repair costs into their purchase decision. Regular maintenance following the manufacturer's schedule helps prevent many common problems.
What is the 2021-2026 Ford Bronco Sport Front Lower Control Arm Ball Joint Separation - Do Not Drive Recall?
Ford issued a 'Do Not Drive' safety recall for about 4,653 vehicles (roughly 2,296 of them 2021-2026 Bronco Sports) because the front lower control arm ball stud may not have been fully inserted into the front wheel knuckle (pinch bolt secured before full engagement) at the Hermo… Severity: high.
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