2023 Ford Bronco Engine Problems
NHTSA lists 21 engine complaints for the 2023 Ford Bronco, 9% of its 225 total complaints, with a median failure mileage of 22,376 miles. A separate recall (26V468000) covers an engine compartment wiring harness that can short circuit, though it spans 2021-2026 model years.
- Engine complaints
- 21
- 9% of 225
- Crashes reported
- 0
- Fires reported
- 1
- Injuries reported
- 0
- Median mileage
- 22,376 mi
- Related recalls
- 1
Typical engine symptoms owners report
- Vehicles stall or sputter while stopped or accelerating from a stop, sometimes requiring multiple restart attempts.
- Sudden loss of power or engine failure occurs at low mileage, in some cases requiring a full engine replacement.
- Warning lights (powertrain, service engine soon, check engine) illuminate during highway driving, sometimes tied to a reported wastegate problem.
- Engine loses power mid-drive with an accompanying sulfur smell, and the vehicle will not restart normally.
- Cylinder misfire codes appear and the vehicle becomes unsafe to drive, though dealers sometimes cannot duplicate the fault.
- One complaint describes smoke entering the cabin followed by an under-hood fire while stopped at a light.
When 2023 Ford Bronco engine complaints were filed
First complaint Apr 23, 2023, latest Sep 24, 2026.
Engine recalls for the 2023 Ford Bronco
- NHTSA 26V468000Jul 20, 2026Engine565,691 vehicles
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Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles. The engine compartment wiring harness may become damaged and short circuit.
Risk: A short circuit in the engine compartment can create heat or spark, increasing the risk of a fire.
Remedy: Dealers will install sheathing over the wiring, free of charge. This is a Phased campaign. Phase 1 will include 2026 Bronco Raptor notified owners on 7/31/2026. Phase 2 will include 2021-2025 Bronco Raptor vehicle will notify owners on or about 8/14/2026. Phase 3 will include 2021-2026 Bronco will notify owners on or about 9/1/2026. Owner notification letters were mailed August 5, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S55. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov on July 23, 2026.
Engine complaints by Bronco model year
Raw complaint counts per model year; newer years have had less time to accumulate complaints.
Frequently asked questions
- How common are engine problems in the 2023 Ford Bronco?
- NHTSA lists 21 engine complaints for the 2023 Bronco, which is 9% of the 225 total complaints filed for that model year.
- Is there a recall for engine problems in the 2023 Ford Bronco?
- Yes, recall campaign 26V468000 covers 2021-2026 Bronco and Bronco Raptor vehicles for an engine compartment wiring harness that can be damaged and short circuit. Dealers install sheathing over the wiring at no cost.
- At what mileage do 2023 Bronco engine problems typically show up?
- The median mileage at failure reported to NHTSA for engine complaints on the 2023 Bronco is 22,376 miles.
- Did the engine complaints lead to any fires or crashes?
- Among the 21 engine complaints, NHTSA records show 1 fire and 0 crashes or injuries.