The Lemon Index
202120236th generation
Worse than average · most complaints: wipers & visibility
275 owner complaints, first 3 years 15–20 mpg combined, EPA
Similar cars, same year
2022 Jeep Wrangler 1352022 Toyota 4Runner 222022 Jeep Gladiator 98
Lemon Index: 100 = the average car, lower is better.
Engines & versions
What breaks most on the 2022 Ford Bronco
- Engine stalling35 complaints
- Fuel pump29 complaintsmostly at 15,000–35,000 miles (24,000–56,000 km)
- Throttle body / loss of power12 complaints
Specific parts named in the 388 owner complaints filed with NHTSA for the 2022 Ford Bronco (all dates). Miles = the odometer owners typed in (middle half); cost = the repair bills owners wrote in those same complaints, in U.S. dollars. Owners' reports, not confirmed defects.
When problems show up
Most problems on this year showed up between 6,000 and 39,000 miles (9,700–63,000 km) (the middle half of the 49 complaints, of all 275 filed so far, that listed a mileage).
- At 60K, 100K and 150K miles (97K, 161K and 241K km) Past the range where most problems showed up: it has likely had them or dodged them, so repair records matter most.
This is when owners who had a problem reported it, not the odds that one car will have it.
Questions to ask the seller
- Were recalls 26V468000 (engine), 26V403000 (body structure) and 26V299000 (body structure) done? It has 23 recalls in all. Ask for the dealer printout, or check the VIN.
- Do the wipers, washers, defrost and mirrors all work?
- Any oil burning, leaks or check-engine lights? Ask for oil-change records.
- Do the brakes feel even, with no ABS or brake warning light? When were the pads and brake fluid last done?
- Ford sent dealers 281 repair notes for this car. Was this one done: “Customers who neutral (4-wheel flat) tow 2021-2022 Broncos equipped with an electronic brake…”?
From this year's own recalls, top problems, top repair bills and Ford's repair notes. Recall repairs are free at any dealer.
How serious. Out of all 275 owner complaints filed so far (every year since it was sold, not just the first 3), owners reported:
“Average car” = what the same number of complaints would include at the rate across every model year we track. Owners report these themselves; NHTSA doesn't confirm the cause.
What owners complain about most. From owner complaints to the government.
Share of this year's owner complaints filed with NHTSA, not the share of cars that break. One complaint can name more than one area.
Check engine light on? Look up any code →
When owners reported problems. From owner complaints to the government.
Most owners who filed a complaint with NHTSA had 6K to 39K miles (10K to 63K km) on the car (49 of all 275 complaints filed so far listed the miles). This shows when people who had a problem reported it, not the odds that your car will have it.
In owners' words
Engine/battery emitted smoke and sulfur odors. Causing concern of igniting or exploding
2022 Ford Bronco owner · NHTSA complaint 11485282
More owner reports
Wipers do not maintain constant speed. They slow down in dangerous situations when I need them to wipe continuously. They skip and slower speeds Had happened every time it rains
NHTSA complaint 11521916
Windshield easily chips and cracks. Vehicle has only 4500 miles and two chips without cracking and one chip with cracking. None happened at highway speeds and seemed to be small objects.
NHTSA complaint 11518834
Problems Ford told dealers about
Ford sent dealers 281 repair notes for this car. The ones about its biggest problems:
- Customers who neutral (4-wheel flat) tow 2021-2022 Broncos equipped with an electronic brake…
- This article supersedes TSB 22-2210 to update the expected release date of the revised ABS…
- Noise when the brakes are applied
Ask a seller or mechanic if these were done. Some are free under warranty or a special program.
Recalls 23
- Engine · recall issued 2026 New: most likely still open
The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit.
- Body structure · recall issued 2026 New: most likely still open
The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
- Body structure · recall issued 2026 New: most likely still open
The 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color (MIC) hardtop roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, which can allow sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle.
Show all 23 recalls
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued 2026 New: most likely still open
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.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2026 New: most likely still open
The Accessory Protocol Interface Module (APIM) may overheat and shutdown, which can prevent the rearview camera image from displaying as intended.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2025 New: most likely still open
The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.
- Seats · recall issued 2025
The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
- Equipment · recall issued 2025
The engine block heater may crack and develop a coolant leak, causing it to short circuit when the block heater is plugged in.
- Fuel system, gasoline · recall issued 2025
The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2025
The 360-degree view camera may not display a rearview image when the vehicle is placed in reverse.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2025
A software error may cause the rearview camera image to delay, freeze, or not display when the vehicle is in reverse.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2025
The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.
- Suspension · recall issued 2025
The rear shock absorbers may corrode and fail, resulting in detachment of the external reservoir.
- Engine · recall issued 2024
The engine intake valves may break while driving, which can result in engine failure and a loss of drive power.
- Equipment · recall issued 2023
The Tire and Loading Information (TREAD) label states the incorrect load carrying capacity, which can result in an overloaded vehicle.
- Seat belts · recall issued 2023
The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from their stowed position.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2023
The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.
- Steering · recall issued 2023
Internal damage to the steering gear may require increased steering effort or cause the steering wheel to lock-up.
- Transmission & drivetrain · recall issued 2023
The transmission may contain a loose bolt which could prevent the transmission from engaging the park gear, although the gear shifter position may indicate that the vehicle has been shifted to "PARK.".
- Airbags · recall issued 2022
The right or left side impact sensors may not be properly secured to the vehicle.
- Back over prevention · recall issued 2022
The rearview camera image may still be displayed after a backing event has ended.
- Visibility · recall issued 2022
The windshield may not have been properly bonded to the vehicle, which could allow it to detach during a crash.
- Latches/locks/linkages · recall issued 2022
The passenger-side rear door may be opened from inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock is in the "ON" position.
Recall repairs are free at any dealer. A recall only matters if it's still open on that exact car, so check its VIN.
Canada? See recalls at Transport Canada
Government investigations
- ClosedLow-pressure fuel pump failure2024–2025
- ClosedLoss of motive power2023–2024
NHTSA looks into a problem when enough owners report it. Many end in a recall.
Safety
Crash test details
| Version | Overall | Front | Side | Rollover |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Ford Bronco 2DR SUV 4WD | not rated | not rated | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
| Ford Bronco 4DR SUV 4WD | not rated | ★★★★☆ | not rated | ★★★☆☆ |
| Ford Bronco Sport SUV 4WD | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★★ | ★★★★☆ |
Fuel cost and engines
About $3,000–$4,000 (USD) a year in fuel (EPA estimate at U.S. prices, 15,000 miles or 24,000 km a year). Engines: 2.3L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
Every Ford Bronco year. 2022 is highlighted. Lower is better.
Newest year first. Red = worse than average, gray = about average, too new (2023+: a partial score, marked “partial”) or too few complaints to score.
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Is the 2022 Ford Bronco reliable?
No, it is worse than average by government complaints. It drew about twice the average car's complaints filed with NHTSA in its first 3 years, per car sold (Lemon Index 189; 100 is average, lower is better).
What are the most common 2022 Ford Bronco problems?
In owner complaints to the government, the parts named most are wipers & visibility (23%), engine (13%) and brakes (12%). That is the share of complaints, not the share of cars that break.
How many recalls does the 2022 Ford Bronco have?
23 safety recalls (latest: engine). Recall repairs are free at any dealer; check a specific car's VIN at nhtsa.gov/recalls.
What gas mileage does the 2022 Ford Bronco get?
15 to 20 mpg combined, depending on the engine (EPA estimate).
Is the 2022 Ford Bronco safe?
NHTSA gave it 5 out of 5 stars overall in its best tested version. Ratings differ by body style, and the full table is on the advanced page.
At what mileage do 2022 Ford Bronco problems show up?
Most problems on this year showed up between 6,000 and 39,000 miles (9,700–63,000 km) (the middle half of the 49 complaints, of all 275 filed so far, that listed a mileage). At 60K, 100K and 150K miles, a 2022 is past the range where most problems showed up: it has likely had them or dodged them, so repair records matter most. This is when owners who had a problem reported it, not a prediction for one car.
Does the 2022 Ford Bronco have transmission problems?
Transmission and drivetrain issues make up 11% of its owner complaints.
How much does the 2022 Ford Bronco cost in fuel a year?
About $3,000 to $4,000 a year, by the EPA's current estimate.
What engines does the 2022 Ford Bronco have?
2.3L 4-cyl, 2.7L 6-cyl, 3.0L 6-cyl.
Is there a better Ford Bronco year than the 2022?
Not nearby: the 2022 drew the fewest complaints per car sold of the Ford Bronco years within 3 model years of it.
The Lemon Index counts owner complaints filed with the U.S. government (NHTSA) in a car's first 3 years, per car sold, against the average car of the same model years (100 = average, lower is better). It measures complaints, not crash safety. A complaint is an owner's report, not a confirmed defect. How it works