Ford Bronco years to avoid and best years
Newer Ford Bronco years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones. 2022 has the most complaints per year, at 67 (376 complaints). 2021 through 2023 are in that same range. Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2024 at 25 (from 74 complaints), 2021 at 37 (from 225 complaints), and 2023 at 62 (from 223 complaints). The Ford Bronco 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet. On the 2022 Ford Bronco, 62 of 376 complaints name Visibility and wipers.
Data as of .
2024
2021
2023
2025–26
Ford Bronco reliability by year
Each year is complaints filed in that year’s first 3 years on the road, divided by however many of those years have passed. A model year younger than 3 years is too early to compare, so it is left out of the years named as having the fewest or the most complaints. Recalls are a separate count. The numbers are for the US-market Ford Bronco. How we count.
By model year
| Year | Per year on the road | Complaints | Recalls | Most-filed complaint | Avg. combined MPG |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2026 → Too early | 7 | 7 | 9 | Electrical system | 18 |
| 2025 → Too early | 26 | 51 | 19 | Electrical system | 18.1 |
| 2024 → Fewest | 25 | 74 | 16 | Structure | 17.8 |
| 2023 → Fewest | 62 | 223 | 18 | Visibility and wipers | 17.8 |
| 2022 → Most | 67 | 376 | 23 | Visibility and wipers | 17.8 |
| 2021 → Fewest | 37 | 225 | 20 | Engine | 18.3 |
Years with a → link have a full model-year page.
What owners file about
Generations
- Body styles
- 2-Door SUV, 4-Door SUV
- Oil
- 5W-30 synthetic blend (2.3L EcoBoost) · 6 qt capacity
- Tire size
- 255/70R16 (Base) to 315/70R17 (Badlands Sasquatch/Wildtrak/Everglades); 37x12.5R17 (Raptor)
Known issues for this generation
Ford is recalling certain 2021-2022 Broncos whose 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color hard top roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, which can allow sections of the outer roof panel to separate and detach from the vehicle; a detached section can create a road hazard. Dealers inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge (NHTSA campaign 26V299, 16,200 vehicles). A separate Ford technical service bulletin, 21-2403, covers 2021 Broncos with a water leak originating from the left or right A-pillar or the windshield header, attributed to excessive gaps in the body seams from the factory and corrected by resealing the affected body gaps and replacing the front header seal.
Frequently asked questions
Which Ford Bronco years have fewer owner complaints?
Among years old enough to compare, the fewest complaints per year are 2024 at 25 (from 74 complaints), 2021 at 37 (from 225 complaints), and 2023 at 62 (from 223 complaints).
Which Ford Bronco year has the most owner complaints?
2022 has the most complaints per year, at 67 (376 complaints). 2021 through 2023 are in that same range. On the 2022 Ford Bronco, 62 of 376 complaints name Visibility and wipers.
How do Ford Bronco owner complaints compare by year?
Newer Ford Bronco years have fewer owner complaints per year than the older ones.
Which Ford Bronco years are too early to compare?
The Ford Bronco 2025 and 2026 model years are too early to compare: none has had 3 full years on the road yet.
What oil does a Ford Bronco take?
US 6th-gen Bronco with the 2.3L EcoBoost commonly lists 5W-30 synthetic blend (about 6.0 qt with filter); confirm viscosity for other engines in the owner's manual.
Does the Ford Bronco have a hardtop roof-panel recall?
Ford recalled certain 2021-2022 Broncos whose molded-in-color hardtop roof panels may separate; dealers inspect and replace affected panels as directed.
What generation is the Ford Bronco?
6th generation of the Bronco nameplate, model year 2021 onward in the US.