How many transmission and powertrain complaints does NHTSA have for the 2022 Ford Bronco?

NHTSA lists 40 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2022 Bronco, which is 11% of the 376 total complaints filed for that model year.

Is there a transmission recall for the 2022 Ford Bronco?

Yes. Recall 26V236000 covers a misaligned transmission-to-transfer-case joint from a prior repair, and recall 23V070000 covers a loose bolt in the automatic transmission that can affect vehicles including the 2022 Bronco.

At what mileage do 2022 Bronco transmission problems usually appear?

NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 16,500 miles at the time these transmission and powertrain failures were reported.

Does the 2022 Bronco have more transmission complaints than other model years?

Yes. The 2022 model year shows an 11% share of complaints in this area, higher than the 4% for 2021, 9% for 2023, 8% for 2024, and 10% for 2025.

2022 Ford Bronco Transmission & Powertrain Problems

NHTSA lists 40 Transmission & Powertrain complaints for the 2022 Ford Bronco, 11% of its 376 total complaints, the highest share among Bronco model years. Median mileage at failure is 16,500 miles, and two related recalls (26V236000, 23V070000) cover transmission joint and bolt issues.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints: 40; 11% of 376
Crashes reported: 0
Fires reported: 0
Injuries reported: 0
Median mileage: 16,500 mi
Related recalls: 2

Typical transmission symptoms owners report

Manual transmission fails to shift from first to second gear, with the clutch pedal dropping to the floor and no warning light.
Grinding noise from the manual transmission traced to worn 5th and 6th gear synchronizer rings.
Powertrain malfunction with sudden loss of power and turbocharge wastegate errors, limiting the vehicle to low speeds.
Check 4x4 and Service Vehicle Soon warnings that lock the transfer case into 4WD-High, causing extra tire wear and driving difficulty.
Rear differential seal leaks releasing gear oil, sometimes occurring alongside transmission synchro grinding.
Electronic Brake Boost shuts off during flat towing, disabling the supplemental brake system.

When 2022 Ford Bronco transmission complaints were filed

First complaint May 5, 2022, latest Sep 20, 2026.

40 complaints filed with NHTSA from May 2022 to Sep 2026; peak Jun 2026 (4).

Transmission & Powertrain recalls for the 2022 Ford Bronco

NHTSA 26V236000Apr 14, 2026Transmission & Powertrain4,922 vehicles
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, which could lead to wear of the transmission output shaft splines and transfer case input splines.
Risk: Excessive wear of the transmission and transfer case splines may result in a loss of drive power or vehicle rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect the transmission to transfer case joint and replace the transmission and transfer case as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed July 9, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S26. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on April 15, 2026.
NHTSA 23V070000Feb 10, 2023Transmission & Powertrain1,138 vehicles
Power train:automatic transmission
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2023 F-150, Mustang, Explorer, Bronco, and 2023 Lincoln Aviator vehicles equipped with automatic transmissions. 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."
Risk: The inability to secure the vehicle in the park position can result in a rollaway, increasing the risk of a crash or injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and, if necessary, replace the transmissions, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed April 25, 2023. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 23S06.

Transmission & Powertrain complaints by Bronco model year

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

20219 (4%)
202240 (11%)
202321 (9%)
20246 (8%)
20255 (10%)

Frequently asked questions

How many transmission and powertrain complaints does NHTSA have for the 2022 Ford Bronco?: NHTSA lists 40 complaints in the Transmission & Powertrain category for the 2022 Bronco, which is 11% of the 376 total complaints filed for that model year.
Is there a transmission recall for the 2022 Ford Bronco?: Yes. Recall 26V236000 covers a misaligned transmission-to-transfer-case joint from a prior repair, and recall 23V070000 covers a loose bolt in the automatic transmission that can affect vehicles including the 2022 Bronco.
At what mileage do 2022 Bronco transmission problems usually appear?: NHTSA data shows a median mileage of 16,500 miles at the time these transmission and powertrain failures were reported.
Does the 2022 Bronco have more transmission complaints than other model years?: Yes. The 2022 model year shows an 11% share of complaints in this area, higher than the 4% for 2021, 9% for 2023, 8% for 2024, and 10% for 2025.