EngineHigh
1.5L EcoBoost fuel-injector/fuel-line fire-risk recall.
- Typically appears
- Any
- What to inspect
- Confirm all fire-risk recalls have been completed.
2021 Ford Bronco Sport problems
A 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is now 5 years old, so an average example has covered around 67,500 miles. This is the first model year of the generation · early-build cars carry the highest share of teething faults and the most recall activity, so check the service history for completed recall work. Check the state safety inspection and service history alongside the documented faults below, which are sorted by whether a 2021 car has usually reached the mileage where they appear.
Compiled & reviewed by the VehicleFaults Research Team
Quick answer
The 2021 Ford Bronco Sport is 5 years old, so an average example has covered roughly 67,500 miles. At that mileage most documented faults are still ahead of it, so servicing evidence matters more than wear.
Faults that appear at any mileage
Age, electronics and build-related issues that are not mileage-driven.
ElectricalLow
Instrument cluster and SYNC display faults.
- Typically appears
- Any
- What to inspect
- Test the digital cluster and infotainment.
TransmissionMedium
8-speed auto hesitation at low speed.
- Typically appears
- Any
- What to inspect
- Test-drive through low-speed shifts.
BodyLow
Rear window/wiper and seal leaks.
- Typically appears
- Any
- What to inspect
- Check for water ingress and test the rear wiper.
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Check this exact carFord Bronco Sport · frequently asked questions
Is the Ford Bronco Sport reliable?
Reasonably, but confirm the important fuel-system fire recalls are done.
Does the Bronco Sport have recall issues?
Yes — 1.5L engine fire-risk recalls; verify completion before buying.
What should I check on a used Bronco Sport?
Recall completion, transmission smoothness and electronics.