Does the 2021 Ford Bronco have any recalls?

The 2021 Ford Bronco has 10 recalls on file with NHTSA, including issues with back over prevention: sensing system: camera.

How many complaints have been filed for the 2021 Ford Bronco?

281 consumer complaints have been filed with NHTSA for the 2021 Ford Bronco.

Are there technical service bulletins (TSBs) for the 2021 Ford Bronco?

There are 300 technical service bulletins (TSBs) on file with NHTSA for the 2021 Ford Bronco.

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The 2021 Ford Bronco service and repair manual is a detailed, OEM-style reference for diagnostics, maintenance, and repair work. Use it to verify procedures, specifications, and system information before you start a job.

You'll find coverage across key vehicle systems with clear section structure, including wiring diagrams and powertrain, braking, steering, suspension, HVAC, and electrical topics. Digital format makes it easy to search while you work.

Trims covered

Wildtrak Sport Utility 4-Door
Black Diamond Sport Utility 2-Door
Outer Banks Sport Utility 2-Door
Badlands Sport Utility 4-Door
Outer Banks Sport Utility 4-Door
First Edition Sport Utility 4-Door
Big Bend Sport Utility 2-Door
Badlands Sport Utility 2-Door
Base Sport Utility 4-Door
Base Sport Utility 2-Door
Wildtrak Sport Utility 2-Door
Black Diamond Sport Utility 4-Door
Big Bend Sport Utility 4-Door
First Edition Sport Utility 2-Door

Engines covered

2.7L 164Cu. In. V6 GAS DOHC Turbocharged
2.3L 2300CC 140Cu. In. l4 GAS DOHC Turbocharged

Index / Table of contents

Body
Brakes
Chassis Electrical
Driveline
Engine Cooling
Engine Electrical
Engine Mechanical
Engine Performance & Emission Controls
Fuel System
General Information & Identification
Heating, Ventilation, & Air Conditioning
Hybrid & Electric Vehicle Systems
Steering
Suspension
Transmission, Clutch, & Transfer Case
Wiring Diagrams

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2021 Ford Bronco Recalls & Complaints

NHTSA #23V59800025/08/2023Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2020-2023 Lincoln Aviator, 2018-2021 Lincoln Navigator, 2022-2023 Ford Transit, and 2021 Ford Bronco vehicles. The rearview camera,

Consequence

Loss of the rearview camera image can reduce the driver's rear visibility, increasing the

Remedy

Dealers will replace the rearview camera, and update the software and wiring as necessary,

NHTSA #25V72100023/10/2025Component: SEATS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.

Consequence

A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. O

NHTSA #25V88800018/12/2025Component: BACK OVER PREVENTION: SENSING SYSTEM: CAMERA

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles equipped with 8-inch SYNC infotainment screens that were previously repaired incorrectly under recall numbe

Consequence

A rearview image that continues to be displayed after the vehicle is shifted out of revers

Remedy

Dealer will update the SYNC module software ,free of charge. Owner notification letters we

NHTSA #23V35800018/05/2023Component: SEAT BELTS:CRITICAL FASTENERS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco vehicles built with the 5-Door body style. The first-row seat belt latch plates may be difficult to access from the

Consequence

Difficulty accessing the seat belt latches may result in occupants not wearing their seat

Remedy

Dealers will add a sliding clip latch stop to the driver and front passenger seat belts, f

NHTSA #21V98200016/12/2021Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: SENSING SYSTEM: RADAR

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The cruise control radar module was misaligned during production.

Consequence

A misaligned radar module may prevent the vehicle from maintaining a safe distance from ot

Remedy

Dealers will adjust the angle of the cruise control radar module, free of charge. Owner n

NHTSA #22V92800014/12/2022Component: AIR BAGS:SENSOR:SIDE IMPACT

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The right or left side impact sensors may not be properly secured to the vehicle.

Consequence

An improperly secured side impact sensor may cause the air bags to unintentionally deploy,

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the side impact sensor attachments and repair, as necessary, free of

NHTSA #26V23600014/04/2026Component: POWER TRAIN:AUTOMATIC TRANSMISSION

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2025 Bronco vehicles. The transmission to transfer case joint may be misaligned due to an incorrectly performed previous repair,

Consequence

Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines may result in a loss of drive

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission

NHTSA #26V29900012/05/2026Component: STRUCTURE:BODY:ROOF AND PILLARS

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The 3-door and 5-door Molded-In-Color (MIC) hardtop roof panels may have been manufactured improperly, whi

Consequence

A detached section of roof can create a road hazard, increasing the risk of a crash.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect and replace the hard top as necessary, free of charge. Interim letter

NHTSA #25V68500010/10/2025Component: EQUIPMENT:ELECTRICAL:ENGINE BLOCK HEATER

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2016-2019 Lincoln MKC, 2016-2023 Explorer, 2019-2020 Fusion, 2019-2024 Ranger, 2020-2022 Lincoln Corsair, Escape, 2021-2024 Bronco, B

Consequence

An electrical short circuit can increase the risk of a fire.

Remedy

Owners are advised not to plug in their block heater until the vehicle is remedied. Dealer

NHTSA #22V41100010/06/2022Component: LATCHES/LOCKS/LINKAGES:DOORS:LOCK

Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain four-door 2021-2022 Bronco vehicles. The passenger-side rear door may be opened from inside of the vehicle when the child safety lock

Consequence

A malfunctioning child safety lock increases the risk of injury to a child occupant.

Remedy

Dealers will inspect the passenger-side child safety locks door child safety lock and latc

TSB #11032924

2020-2026 Explorer/Escape/Corsair, 2021-2026 Bronco Sport/Bronco, 2022-2026 Maverick, 2024-2026 Mustang/Ranger/Nautilus vehicles equipped with a 2.0L or 2.3L EcoBoost engine may require removal of the turbocharger wastegate control actuator

TSB #11032752

Some 2021-2024 Bronco vehicles equipped with a manual transmission may experience a rotational scraping noise while the transmission is in neutral, 1st and/or 2nd gear with the clutch pedal released. The noise may be more noticeable in ambi

TSB #11031929

25S49 Recall Remedy: -Infotainment software update to address frozen screens

TSB #11031652

26S09 Recall Remedy -Update to enable rearview camera image to display when in reverse after infotainment screen thermal shutdown

TSB #11031638

Some 2021-2025 Bronco vehicles built on or before 09-Sep-2025 may require replacement of the ambient air temperature sensor for various concerns. Diagnostic trouble codes (DTC) P0071, P0072, and/or P0073 may be present in the powertrain con

TSB #11031487

Some vehicles listed in the model statement above may require the replacement of the ambient air temperature sensor for various concerns. DTCs P0071, P0072, and/or P0073 may be present in the powertrain control module (PCM).

TSB #11031263

Various 2020-2026 Ford and Lincoln vehicles equipped with blind spot information system (BLIS) may experience an inoperative blind spot monitoring with a "Blind Spot System Fault" message displayed in the instrument panel cluster (IPC). Thi

TSB #11030911

Certain 2021 - 2022 Model Year Various Vehicles Engine Valve Inspection Test This submission includes : Technical Instructions Updated wording and description with additional photo.

Showing the 8 most recent of 300 technical service bulletins on file with NHTSA.

20220730Component: FORWARD COLLISION AVOIDANCE: WARNINGSCrash reported2 injured

Kepts getting hills stop brake malfunctioning anti collusion failures ant lock brake failure

20220730Component: SERVICE BRAKESCrash reported2 injured

Kepts getting hills stop brake malfunctioning anti collusion failures ant lock brake failure

20250205Component: AIR BAGSCrash reported1 injured

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated while at a stop light, a Kia vehicle driving at approximately 45-50 MPH rear-ended his vehicle causing him to collide with i

20231024Component: SERVICE BRAKES, HYDRAULICCrash reported1 injured

The contact owns a 2021 Ford Bronco. The contact stated that while her son was driving at an undisclosed speed, the brake pedal was depressed but failed to stop the vehicle immedia

Showing the 4 most serious of 281 complaints filed with NHTSA.

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