2024 Ford Bronco Problems, Recalls & Reliability
Verdict
BestComplaint Index
0/100
#5 most-complained of 5 Bronco years
The 2024 Ford Bronco ranks best among the 5 model years with data, with a complaint index of 0 and 74 complaints logged. It carries 16 recalls, the most flagged area is the Electrical System at 30% of complaints, with a median failure mileage of 6,000 miles.
- Complaints
- 74
- Recalls
- 16
- incl. Do Not Drive
- Crashes / fires
- 4 / 3
- Injuries / deaths
- 1 / 0
- NHTSA overall rating
- Not rated
- EPA combined MPG
- 17.5
- 17.5 city / 18 hwy
Top 2024 Ford Bronco problems
NHTSA owner complaints by component group. Groups with 15+ complaints have their own page.
- Electrical System22 (30%)
- Other21 (28%)
- Structure & Body14 (19%)
- Brakes9 (12%)
- Suspension, Wheels & Tires7 (9%)
- Engine6 (8%)
- Lane Departure6 (8%)
- Transmission & Powertrain6 (8%)
- Steering5 (7%)
- Visibility & Wipers5 (7%)
What owners report
- Owners report brake pedals that fail to reengage after hitting a pothole or bump, leading to rear-end collisions.
- Some describe sudden engine compartment fires while driving or idling, in one case resulting in a total loss.
- Others report smoke and burning smells from the passenger side front tire area while idling.
- Several owners saw the vehicle lose power and display transmission fault messages on the dash after the front end shook.
- One owner reported a driver's side window falling out of the door with no warning light illuminated.
- A water leak through the front roof seals appeared just two days after purchase in one case.
2024 Ford Bronco recalls
16 NHTSA recall campaigns list this model year.
- NHTSA 26V468000Jul 20, 2026Engine565,691 vehicles
Engine
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.
- NHTSA 26V403000Jun 24, 2026Structure & Body36,046 vehicles
Structure:body
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2022-2026 Bronco vehicles. The fender flares may not be properly secured and detach from the vehicle.
Risk: A detached fender flare can become a road hazard and increase the risk of a crash.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and repair, or replace the fender flares as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed September 1, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Ford's number for this recall is 26S47. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall will be searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning August 7, 2026.
- NHTSA 26V268000Apr 28, 2026Structure & Body179,698 vehicles
Seats:critical fasteners
Ford Motor Company (Ford) is recalling certain 2024-2026 Ranger and Bronco vehicles. The front seats may have a loose or dislodged seat frame height-adjust pivot bolt.
Risk: A seat with a dislodged bolt may not properly restrain an occupant in a crash, increasing the risk of injury.
Remedy: Dealers will inspect and replace the pivot links and bolts as necessary, free of charge. Owner notification letters were mailed May 22, 2026. Owners may contact Ford customer service at 1-866-436-7332. Fordâs number for this recall is 26S30. Vehicle Identification Numbers (VINs) involved in this recall became searchable on NHTSA.gov beginning April 30, 2026.
2024 Ford Bronco fuel economy and fuel cost
- City
- 17.5 MPG
- Highway
- 18 MPG
- Combined
- 17.5 MPG
- Annual fuel cost (EPA)
- $3,700
- 15,000 mi/yr
- Fuel
- Regular
- Current regular gas
- $4.32/gal
- national avg.
EPA figures; median across configurations of this model year. Estimate your own cost with the fuel cost calculator.
2024 compared with other Bronco years
Frequently asked questions
- Is the 2024 Ford Bronco reliable?
- Among the 5 Bronco model years with data, 2024 has the lowest complaint index at 0 and is ranked the Best year, with 74 complaints logged.
- What is the top problem area for the 2024 Ford Bronco?
- The Electrical System is the top problem area, accounting for 30% of complaints, followed by Structure & Body at 19% and Brakes at 12%.
- Does the 2024 Ford Bronco have recalls?
- NHTSA lists 16 recalls for the 2024 Bronco, including one do-not-drive recall, covering issues like fuel pump bolts, seat frame bolts, and door child safety locks.
- How does the 2024 Bronco compare to other Bronco years?
- The 2024 model has a complaint index of 0, better than 2021 (25), 2025 (50), 2023 (75), and 2022 (100), making it the best-ranked year of the 5 with data.
- What is the fuel economy of the 2024 Ford Bronco?
- EPA rates the 2024 Bronco at 17.5 mpg combined (17.5 city / 18 highway), with an estimated annual fuel cost of $3,700.