How many 2021 Ford Bronco owners reported fuel system problems?

NHTSA lists 29 fuel system complaints for the 2021 Ford Bronco, which is 13% of the 229 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a recall for the 2021 Ford Bronco fuel system?

Yes. Campaign 25V455000, reported 2025-07-07, covers 2021-2023 Bronco and other Ford models for a low pressure fuel pump issue. Ford's remedy is to replace the low pressure fuel pump and update the powertrain control module.

At what mileage do 2021 Bronco fuel system problems usually happen?

The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 40,000 miles.

Did the fuel system problems cause any crashes or fires?

NHTSA data for this complaint group shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries for the 2021 Bronco fuel system complaints.

Are fuel system complaints worse in the 2021 Bronco than other years?

The 2022 Bronco has more fuel system complaints at 68, an 18% share, compared to 29 complaints and a 13% share for 2021; later years show far fewer complaints in this area.

2021 Ford Bronco Fuel System Problems

NHTSA lists 29 fuel system complaints for the 2021 Ford Bronco, 13% of all complaints filed for the year. A related recall, campaign 25V455000, covers the low pressure fuel pump on 2021-2023 Broncos. Median mileage at failure is 40,000.

Fuel System complaints: 29; 13% of 229
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 40,000 mi
Related recalls: 1

Typical fuel system symptoms owners report

Engine sputters and dies without warning at highway speed, forcing an unsafe lane change to the shoulder.
Sudden total power loss with the accelerator pedal going nonfunctional, in one case accompanied by smoke from the rear of the vehicle.
Vehicle stalls and will not restart, later diagnosed by the dealer as a faulty fuel pump.
Rough idling and sputtering followed by the engine cutting out mid-drive, sometimes stalling in an intersection.
Repeated stalling episodes over a period of weeks, including shutting off while parked or driving on side roads.
Low fuel pressure diagnostic code logged along with loss of power while off-roading or descending grades, stranding the vehicle.

When 2021 Ford Bronco fuel system complaints were filed

First complaint Jun 22, 2022, latest Sep 22, 2026.

29 complaints filed with NHTSA from Jun 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Jul 2025 (5).

Fuel System recalls for the 2021 Ford Bronco

NHTSA 25V455000Jul 7, 2025Fuel System850,318 vehicles
Fuel system, gasoline:delivery:fuel pump
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2023 Bronco, Explorer, Lincoln Aviator, F-250 SD, F-350 SD, F-450 SD, F-550 SD, 2021-2022 Lincoln Navigator, Mustang, F-150, and 2022 Expedition vehicles. The low-pressure fuel pump may fail, which can result in an engine stall while driving.
Risk: An engine stall increases the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will replace the low pressure fuel pump on super duty vehicles and update the powertrain control module (PCM) software on all other affected vehicles, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 27, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 25S75.

Fuel System complaints by Bronco model year

Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.

202129 (13%)
202268 (18%)
20234 (2%)
20242 (3%)
20251 (2%)

Frequently asked questions

How many 2021 Ford Bronco owners reported fuel system problems?: NHTSA lists 29 fuel system complaints for the 2021 Ford Bronco, which is 13% of the 229 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a recall for the 2021 Ford Bronco fuel system?: Yes. Campaign 25V455000, reported 2025-07-07, covers 2021-2023 Bronco and other Ford models for a low pressure fuel pump issue. Ford's remedy is to replace the low pressure fuel pump and update the powertrain control module.
At what mileage do 2021 Bronco fuel system problems usually happen?: The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for this issue is 40,000 miles.
Did the fuel system problems cause any crashes or fires?: NHTSA data for this complaint group shows 0 crashes, 0 fires, and 0 injuries for the 2021 Bronco fuel system complaints.
Are fuel system complaints worse in the 2021 Bronco than other years?: The 2022 Bronco has more fuel system complaints at 68, an 18% share, compared to 29 complaints and a 13% share for 2021; later years show far fewer complaints in this area.